28 What to do (If you want to try to stop gaining weight) • Choose healthier, lower-calorie foods. • Cut back on sugar-sweetened beverages. • Limit your salt intake. • Limit food portions especially with high-calorie foods. • Read food labels to become more aware of portion sizes and calories. Be aware that “low-fat” or “non-fat” doesn’t always mean “low-calorie.” • Try to walk daily if you can and if it’s OK with your doctor. Talk with your cancer care team about a referral to a physical therapist. They can help you safely increase your physical activity or help you find an exercise program. • Ask your cancer care team or dietitian about other foods or drinks you should consume or avoid. Dehydration Dehydration occurs when more fluids and water leave the body than are taken in. What to do • Drink fluids. Sometimes iced fluids are easier. • Remember that food contains fluid. Try to eat fruits, vegetables, soups, gelatins, popsicles, and other moist foods. • Fill a small cooler with juice boxes, bottled water, or other drinks and keep it next to you, if it’s tiring to get up. • Suck ice chips to relieve dry mouth if you can’t drink enough fluids. Fi C s d w p A f o H
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