Healthy Smoothie Recipes for Cancer Patients: A Guide from SmoothieBox

This blog is in collaboration with our partners at SmoothieBox.

If you've been diagnosed with cancer, your appetite may not be what it once was. Yet it would help if you had easy recipes now more than ever to stay strong during treatment and throughout recovery. One delicious and convenient way to help keep you and your loved one nourished and hydrated is by preparing smoothies.

Here are a few recipes from our partners at SmoothieBox for tasty smoothies with ingredients that boost nutrition and flavors that you'll find appealing and easy on the stomach. Customize these smoothie recipes to fit your loved one's needs and preferences throughout treatment. No time? Good news! You can make these smoothies in just a few minutes.

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Super Brain Berry Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 Berry SmoothieBox mix

• 1 cup pomegranate juice

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

• 1 tbsp honey

This smoothie packs antioxidants from berries and pomegranate juice. The chia seeds and honey provide a natural energy source, making this smoothie an excellent choice for you and your loved one.

Chocolate Cerebellum Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 Chocolate SmoothieBox mix

• 1 cup unsweetened cashew or almond milk

• 1/2 cup frozen or fresh spinach

• 1/2 cup walnuts, cashews, or almonds

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

The combination of milk, spinach and nuts makes this smoothie a fantastic source of hydration and essential nutrients. The chocolate SmoothieBox mix adds a delicious chocolate flavor without the added sugar found in many other chocolate smoothies.

Orange Occipital Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 Orange SmoothieBox mix

• 1 cup almond milk

• 1/2 cup oats

• 1 tbsp date syrup or honey

Start the day with hydration and serve up this breakfast recipe. The oats provide a source of fiber and help keep you feeling full, while the Orange SmoothieBox mix provides a delicious orange flavor.

Green Gyrus Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 Green SmoothieBox mix

• 1 cup almond milk

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

• 1/2 cup frozen or fresh spinach

• 1 tbsp date syrup or honey

This smoothie is a great way to get in some greens and stay hydrated without compromising flavor. 

Directions for all smoothies:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender

2. Blend until smooth

3. Pour into a glass and serve immediately

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These smoothie recipes are delicious and provide essential hydration and nutrients for your loved one's recovery journey. It's important to remember that nutrition is individualized for everyone, especially those with cancer. Modify these smoothie recipes based on your preferences and what you and your loved one can tolerate. Cater to different side effects you're experiencing from chemotherapy or radiation. Consult a healthcare provider before making dietary changes for you or your loved one.

Please note that the information provided on The Glioblastoma Research Organization is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem without consulting a qualified healthcare provider.