Reconnecting with Food After Cancer: How the Garden of Hope Helps Patients Heal Physically and Emotionally

18/11/2025 12 min
Reconnecting with Food After Cancer: How the Garden of Hope Helps Patients Heal Physically and Emotionally

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Cancer treatment often changes how patients experience food, turning meals into a source of stress instead of comfort. In this episode, we explore how programs like the Garden of Hope are helping cancer patients rebuild a positive relationship with eating through gardening, cooking, and community support.Listeners will learn:How chemotherapy and radiation affect taste, smell, and appetiteWhy does eating become emotionally challenging during treatmentHow the Garden of Hope uses gardening and cooking to restore joy in foodPractical culinary strategies to manage side effects like dry mouth or nauseaSimple food swaps and meal tips to make eating easier and more enjoyableThe emotional benefits of connecting with others through shared mealsHow similar therapeutic programs can support cancer survivors nationwideDiscover how rediscovering food can nurture both body and soul for those recovering from cancer.Blog Link: Cancer Patients’ Relationship with Food During and After TreatmentSend us a textThank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE 📍 Visit us at oncolifecentre.com 📞 Call: +603-2242-2620 📧 Book a consultation or ask a question — we're here to support your journey.

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