Ask for a prescription for magic mouthwash (MM). There are a few variations of the MM. I used benedryl, malox and lidocaine. Its great to temporarily numb your mouth so you can eat if you have mouth sores.

Try drinking your calories with boost or ensure, theres also boost very high calorie you can order thru our Amazon link on this page. It has 530 calories in 8 oz so it gives you more bang for your buck. Your intake must be one of the main things you focus on, it is what will determine how easily you get thru this. Every single day (even when it seems impossible) push to take in a minimum of 2500 calories and 48-64 oz of water. If you can do more like 3000 or 3500 calories it will only help make it even easier for you. The following list and recipe should help make it a little easier.

Hang in there and best wishes!!!

Easy to Eat Food List

(All measurements are estimates)

Giant High Calorie Choc-Peanut Butter Milkshake (1200++ calories per shake)

3 or 4 cups chocolate ice cream (regular/full fat type)
2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth type)
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
1 or 2 cups whole milk (can substitute half and half to add even more calories)
1 scoop carnation instant breakfast
1 scoop high protein whey powder (check with doc if this is ok)

Blend this extra long to make it very smooth and creamy so it goes down easier. If the shake is too thick, add more milk to thin it down to what works best for you.


PS... Just remember if you have trouble taking in enough water, ask your doc for a prescription to get extra hydration a few times a week in the chemo lab. This will greatlty help you avoid dehydration.