Oncology
Oncology
According to the National Cancer Institute, up to 85% of patients with cancer experience malnutrition during their treatment, which can lead to increased treatment toxicities and reduced quality of life. Further, up to 20% of mortality in patients with cancer is attributed to malnutrition.1
Nestlé Health Science's expertise in nutrition for oncology focuses on developing personalized nutrition solutions that help manage cancer-related malnutrition, support the immune system, and improve quality of life for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
Oncology
Oncology
According to the National Cancer Institute, up to 85% of patients with cancer experience malnutrition during their treatment, which can lead to increased treatment toxicities and reduced quality of life. Further, up to 20% of mortality in patients with cancer is attributed to malnutrition.1
Nestlé Health Science's expertise in nutrition for oncology focuses on developing personalized nutrition solutions that help manage cancer-related malnutrition, support the immune system, and improve quality of life for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
Oncology
> Evidence
1. PDQ® Supportive and Palliative Care Editorial Board. PDQ Nutrition in Cancer Care. Bethesda, MD: National Cancer Institute. Updated: Jun.22, 2023
2. American Cancer Society. (2021). Nutrition for people with cancer. https://www.cancer.org/treatment/survivorship-during-and-after-treatment/staying-active/nutrition/nutrition-during-treatment.html.