It’s tough enough to eat right when you feel good but what about when you feel awful? How do you stay strong enough to fight when you’re undergoing treatment or on medications?

Possible side effects of cancer treatment, for example, includes meat that taste metallic, nausea and dry mouth, says registered dietitian and Growing Bolder’s nutrition expert Dr. Susan Mitchell.

She offers straight talk about eating smart during a difficult time. She explains how to keep up strength through nutrition, which can have a significant effect on your survival.