Being the literal lifesaver, it is, chemotherapy can be one’s best bet to fight off numerous types of cancer. With that being said, chemotherapy also brings its own host of issues while it attacks cancerous cells, something anyone who’s gone through it knows all too well.

One of the more significant challenges brought on by chemo is a person’s ability to maintain a healthy diet. This is due to the wide range of problems brought on by chemo that interfere with eating habits. Chemo can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, appetite loss, dry mouth, sore throat, loss of taste and smell and fluctuation of weight. All inhibiting your ability to maintain a healthy diet.

The infographic below, 20 Healthy Diet Tips for Chemotherapy, is important reading for anyone who is undergoing or soon to undergo chemotherapy. The tips are easy to follow and simple enough to keep in mind. Anything that will make eating more enjoyable and more nutritious during the course of treatment will be beneficial as you will feel stronger and healthier to fight off the cancer and side effects of chemo.

Consulting a physician or a dietician to plan out your diet is always recommended. This guide does not exist to take the place of the experts, but it can be a good start. Continue reading the guide for dietary inspiration.