Food habits during treatment of childhood cancer: a critical review

Beaulieu-Gagnon, Sabrina; Bélanger, Véronique; Marcil, Valérie

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“…Comparisons with normative data from the Australian Health Survey may at the first appearance suggest fruit and vegetable intake of children with cancer was greater than that of Australian children in the general population, however, large intakes of fried potato (fries) and juice, namely intake of discretionary foods, suggests diets of poor nutrient quality. Our study results agree with two recent reviews suggesting children with cancer have poor fruit and vegetable intake and a high intake of foods of poor quality (Beaulieu-Gagnon et al, 2019; Goddard et al, 2019). Given the role that AI of core vegetables, fruits, and whole grains plays in the prevention of chronic disease (Yoo et al, 2004), assisting families to improve diet quality in these food groups is important.…”

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Poor Diet Quality in Children with Cancer During Treatment

Cohen

Goddard

Brierley

et al. 2021

J Pediatr Oncol Nurs

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Background: With improved long-term health outcomes and survivorship, the long-term nutritional management of childhood cancer survivors, from diagnosis to long-term follow-up, has become a priority. The aim of this study was to examine the diet quality of children receiving treatment for cancer. Methods: Participants were parents of children with cancer who were receiving active treatment and not receiving supplementary nutrition. A 24-h dietary recall assessed food and nutrient intake. Serves of food group intakes and classification of core and discretionary items were made according to the Australian Dietary Guidelines and compared with age and sex recommendations. Results: Sixty-four parents participated (75% female). Most children were not consuming adequate intake of vegetables (94% of patients), fruit (77%), and milk/alternatives (75%). Of the vegetables that were consumed, half were classified as discretionary foods (e.g., chips/fries). Nearly half (49%) of children exceeded recommendations for total sugar intake and 65% of patients had an excessive sodium intake. Discussion: Children receiving cancer treatment are consuming diets of reasonable quantity, but poor quality. Information provided during treatment should focus on educating parents on a healthy diet for their child, the importance of establishing healthy eating habits for life, and strategies to overcome barriers to intake during treatment.

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Poor Diet Quality in Children with Cancer During Treatment

Cohen

Goddard

Brierley

et al. 2021

J Pediatr Oncol Nurs

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“…Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and stem cell transplantation (SCT) are possible measures that can be taken (4). Side effects such as nausea, vomiting, mucositis, altered taste and altered smell, as well as lack of appetite, can result from the treatment (5, 6). The side effects can lead to eating problems (5–7) and cause malnutrition (6, 8–10), which can lead to impaired treatment as well as an increased risk of morbidity and mortality in childhood cancer (8, 10, 11).…”

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“…The hospital environment (5, 7, 12), as well as other physical, social and psychological aspects, can affect the nutritional intake of children with cancer negatively (5–7, 12). In particular, older children commonly refuse to eat hospital food, sometimes in order to gain control (5, 12).…”

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“…In particular, older children commonly refuse to eat hospital food, sometimes in order to gain control (5, 12). The main reason is the taste and smell (5–7, 12), but improper sizes of portions (7) or poor presentation can also have negative effects (5–7). The cancer treatments may make it even more difficult to eat, which leads to the mealtime being demanding (6, 12, 13) and associated with negative feelings for the parents, for example frustration (6), stress and conflict (13).…”

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The five aspect meal model as a conceptual framework for children with a gastrostomy tube in paediatric care

Mårtensson

Nolbris

Mellgren

et al. 2021

Scandinavian Caring Sciences

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Background Cancer treatments may induce side effects and cause eating problems. A gastrostomy tube may be required in order to maintain and optimise the child's nutritional needs. Despite the use of a gastrostomy tube, it is important to maintain a natural and attractive mealtime for the child. The Five Aspect Meal Model is age neutral and originally designed to improve restaurant visits. Its five aspects conceptualise what is necessary to ensure a complete meal experience. To date, there is lack of knowledge to guided model development about mealtimes adapted to children and limited knowledge regarding mealtime experiences for children with a gastrostomy tube. Aim The aim was to investigate whether the Five Aspect Meal Model could be appropriate to be used for children with a gastrostomy tube in caring science and paediatric care. Methods The design followed steps retrieved from Renjith and colleagues. Seven interviews were performed with the Five Aspect Meal Model as a base in the interview guide. The transcripts were analysed by using a qualitative directed content analysis with a deductive approach, which finally passed into a more inductive one. Findings All aspects of the Five Aspect Meal Model were represented in the interviews. There were also experiences related to the gastrostomy tube and the mealtimes that did not fit into any of the five predetermined categories. As a result, the modified version was developed, an adapted prescribing practice model that includes seven aspects, whereof bodily discomfort and time for change and acceptance are specific to children with a gastrostomy tube. Conclusion Based on children and their parent's experiences, the Five Aspect Meal Model has been developed and adapted into a modified version, which includes seven aspects. The modified version seems to be appropriate to use within caring science and paediatric care.

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“…Pemahaman dan persepsi yang baik dari para orang tua, akan membantu tenaga kesehatan dalam merawat dan memberikan terapi. 7 Edukasi tentang pemberian makanan yang adekuat dan menarik perlu diberikan kepada orang tua. Selain itu diperlukan juga pengetahuan tentang pilihan makanan pada anak serta makanan yang aman untuk dikonsumsi.…”

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Pemahaman Orang Tua terhadap Pola Makan Anak Penderita Kanker di RSUP Prof Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado

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Tatara²,

Gunawan³

2020

MSJ

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Information about nutrition and parents’ experience are very important in supporting the nutrition of children with cancer. This study was aimed to obtain the parents’ understanding about nutrition of children with cancer. We used modified structured questionnaire about diet and sanitation which were already validation testing. The results showed that there were 38 complete questionnaires consisted of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in 14 children (36.8%), followed by acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in 8 children, and retinoblastoma in 7 children. The majority of parents were housewives (84%) meanwhile senior high school educated was the most common education (57.8% of mothers and 52.6% of fathers)). All parents changed the diet style of their children after diagnosed as cancer. Most parents (78.9%) answered that food could cause cancer, and (94.7%) avoided certain foods; (78.9%) chose junk food as avoided food; and during treatment, (89.4%) gave special foods which were high protein, fruits, vegetables, and milk. Most parents (94.7%) answered that children with cancer had to avoid street foods, and (94.7%) chose mineral water as a safe drink. In conclusion, education of medical workers about nutrition of children with cancer is needed to achieve agreement in optimal nutrition.Keywords: nutrition of children with cancer Abstrak: Informasi mengenai kebutuhan nutrisi dan pengalaman orang tua berperan penting dalam menunjang nutrisi anak dengan kanker. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pemahaman orang tua tentang nutrisi yang optimal bagi anak dengan kanker. Pada penelitian ini digunakan kuesioner terstruktur tentang diet dan kebersihan yang dimodifikasi, teruji dengan validitas isi. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan 38 kuesioner yang diisi lengkap, dengan diagnosis terbanyak acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) pada 14 anak (36,8%), diikuti acute myeloid leuke-mia (AML) 8 anak, dan retinoblastoma 7 anak. Mayoritas orang tua memiliki pekerjaan ibu rumah tangga (84%) dan pendidikan terakhir yang terbanyak ialah SMA (ibu 57,8% dan ayah 52,6%). Semua orang tua merubah pola makan anak mereka setelah terdiagnosis kanker. Sebagian besar orang tua (78,9%) menjawab makanan dapat menyebabkan kanker dan (94,7%) menghindari makanan tertentu; (78,9%) memilih junk food sebagai makanan yang harus dihindari; dan (89,4%) memberikan makanan khusus selama pengobatan mengandung tinggi protein, buah, sayur, dan susu. Sebagian besar orang tua (94,7%) menjawab anak penderita kanker tidak boleh makan makanan di pinggir jalan, dan (94,7%) memilih air mineral sebagai minuman yang aman untuk diminum. Simpulan penelitian ialah perlu dilakukan edukasi dan penyuluhan oleh tenaga medis tentang nutrisi untuk anak kanker agar terdapat kesepahaman dalam pemberian nutrisi yang optimal.Kata kunci: nutrisi anak dengan kanker

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Food habits during treatment of childhood cancer: a critical review

Cited by 16 publications

References 71 publications

Poor Diet Quality in Children with Cancer During Treatment

Poor Diet Quality in Children with Cancer During Treatment

The five aspect meal model as a conceptual framework for children with a gastrostomy tube in paediatric care

Pemahaman Orang Tua terhadap Pola Makan Anak Penderita Kanker di RSUP Prof Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado

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