9 , d Safety considerations Many people believe that if they find a pill or supplement in stores, it’s safe and it works. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rules to help make sure that supplements contain the ingredients listed on the label. But information about the supplement’s safety and its effects on the body are not required by the FDA rules. The FDA does not make manufacturers of these products print possible side effects on their labels. And the FDA can’t pull a dietary supplement or herbal product from the market unless they have proof that the product is unsafe. Tell your cancer care team about any over-the-counter products or supplements you are using or are thinking about using. Some other safety tips: • Check the product labels for both the quantity and concentration of active ingredients in each product. • Stop taking the product and call your cancer care team right away if you have problems like wheezing, itching, numbness, tingling in your limbs, or any other new side effects. How cancer and cancer treatment can affect nutrition Choosing and eating nutritious foods during cancer treatment can help you manage your energy levels, feel better, and stay stronger. Depending on the type of treatment, people with cancer can have different side effects. Some of the more common side effects that can affect eating are:
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