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North Cancer Nutrition

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Welcome to North Cancer Nutrition

This website has been developed in collaboration with dietitians in the North of Scotland and is provided to help people with cancer manage their nutrition. Information provided here supplements but does not replace any individual treatment plans agreed as part of your cancer treatment and management.

We are committed to providing you with trusted information so that you can make informed choices whether you are;

  • Preparing for cancer treatment
  • Recovering from cancer surgery
  • Managing symptoms and side effects that are affecting your eating and drinking
  • Supporting someone with cancer

We would appreciate your feedback on the North Cancer Nutrition section of this website. Please complete the survey linked to provide any feedback or comments. Click here to access survey

About this website

The following information and resources are here to help you better understand the role that nutrition plays in cancer.

Why is Nutrition in Cancer Important?

Cancer affects how the body uses nutrition, in some cases how much nutrition you require may increase.  Cancer treatments...

A-Z to improving your nutritional status

Tips to manage your eating and drinking with symptoms of cancer and side effects of treatment through your cancer journey.

Patient Experiences

Patients share their lived experience.

Caring for Someone with Cancer

There are many sources of support if you find yourself caring for someone with cancer. 

Being a carer for...

What other organisations can help me?

We have brought together a list of organisations and charities that can support you.

Resources

Further information on a range of topics.

Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT) in Pancreatic Cancer

The pancreas produces enzymes to digest fat, carbohydrates and protein. When the pancreas does not function as it should,...

Meet the Team

Meet the teams in NHS Grampian, NHS Highland, NHS Tayside and the North Cancer Alliance.