Alira Foundation

Before cancer, you were already extraordinary. 💙

A parent. A friend. An artist. A dreamer. A fighter. Cancer may have entered your story, but it never became the title. It’s just one chapter, and you’ve written so many more since then.

This month, we celebrate the whole you. Not just the diagnosis. Not just the fight. But the beautiful, resilient, unstoppable person you’ve always been.

You are more than your diagnosis. You are a survivor.

Tag a survivor who needs to hear this today. 👇

Eating Well with Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer 🍽️💙

Managing nutrition can be challenging when facing both diabetes and pancreatic cancer. But with the right approach, you can support your body while still enjoying food.

Key tips from oncology dietitian Jeannine Mills:

Choose complex carbohydrates like starches and fiber

Eat plant-based foods with plenty of fiber

Include protein and small amounts of healthy fats with every meal

Balance your plate with whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and protein

Keep a consistent schedule for meals and snacks

Important note: If you have low appetite or feel full quickly, don’t be too strict about limiting carbs. Your body needs energy. If you crave foods with refined sugar, eat them alongside other foods to balance blood sugar effects.

Before changing your diet, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network offers patient services to help you find a nutritionist with the right expertise.

You don’t have to navigate nutrition alone. 💙