Cancer Protective Diet
Protein-Powered Breakfasts
Research has shown that our body can only absorb a certain amount of protein at any one time, so it’s important to space out your protein intake throughout the day. Protein-rich foods provide long-lasting energy and support maintenance and are especially important during cancer treatment.
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