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Nutritional advice and support for individuals with incurable diseases
1Department of Human Nutrition, St Bartholomew's Hospital Medical College, London, England, UK.
British Journal of Biomedical Science
|September 1, 1994
Summary
For incurable illnesses, focus on proven nutritional support for symptom control and weight management. Avoid unproven supplements and extreme diets, as only certain vitamins may offer benefits.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Palliative Care
- Immunology
Background:
- Incurable illnesses present unique nutritional challenges for patients and healthcare providers.
- Popularity of unproven dietary strategies, including supplements, is high among patients with chronic diseases like HIV.
- Nutritional support plays a critical role in managing incurable conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the nutritional issues in incurable illnesses.
- To evaluate the efficacy of unproven dietary products for immune function.
- To define the role of nutritional support in palliative care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on nutrition and incurable diseases.
- Analysis of dietary interventions, including supplements and specialized diets.
- Examination of nutritional support strategies in palliative care settings.
Main Results:
- Daily multivitamins and beta-carotene may slow AIDS progression; megadosing and unproven remedies should be avoided.
- Nutritional support is crucial for symptom control in palliative care.
- Aggressive feeding can help stabilize body weight.
Conclusions:
- Evidence supports specific nutritional strategies, while cautioning against unproven ones.
- Nutritional support significantly impacts symptom management and quality of life in palliative care.
- Psychological benefits arise from appropriate nutritional guidance and support.
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