Can prostate cancer patients eat eggs?

Written by Liu Liang
Oncology
Updated on December 22, 2024
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Patients with prostate conditions can eat eggs, as eggs are a high-protein food. Since cancer is a consumptive disease, it is important for patients to maintain a balanced diet, including meat, protein, vegetables, and fruits to ensure nutritional balance. Some cancer patients, particularly those in advanced stages who have poor appetite, may develop hypoalbuminemia due to inadequate nutrition. Such patients can benefit from consuming more eggs or protein supplements like protein powder to increase their protein intake. Patients with prostate cancer can eat eggs.

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