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Does anyone have hints about staying hydrated. Even bottled water tastes bad. Tried which is ok, Mio water, tonic water, lemon water.

A MyLungCancerTeam Member asked a question 💭
Melstone, MT
February 15
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A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Finally found a solution. I drink tonic water for leg cramps. 1/2 fruit juice, 1/2 tonic water over ice.

February 18
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Stopped at a convenience store yesterday and bought 4 different drinks to try. Vitamin water ok but not a favorite. I will keep experimenting.

February 16
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Ugh. I feel for you. Have you tried non liquids like applesauce or jello? Maybe even watermelon or popsicles? I'm having issues with food tasting bad but I can drink just about anything and eat fruits.

February 15
MyLungCancerTeam

How can you stay hydrated when water tastes bad?

Taste changes are really common with lung cancer treatment, especially chemotherapy. Between 30-85% of people with cancer experience this, and it can make staying hydrated challenging.

Here are some strategies that have helped others:

Try Different Temperatures and Show Full Answer

How can you stay hydrated when water tastes bad?

Taste changes are really common with lung cancer treatment, especially chemotherapy. Between 30-85% of people with cancer experience this, and it can make staying hydrated challenging.

Here are some strategies that have helped others:

Try Different Temperatures and Formats:
- Make water really cold or add ice
- Try frozen fruit popsicles (100% juice or homemade)
- Experiment with smoothies or shakes

Add Flavor Naturally:
- Blend frozen fruit into drinks
- Try throat comfort teas (like Yogi brand)
- Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt to smoothies for extra nutrition

Alternative Hydrating Options:
- Soups and broths
- Nutritional shakes like Ensure (served very cold and foamy)
- Foods with high water content

A MyLungCancerTeam member shared: "Just had my second round of chemo yesterday. Bad taste to water and food, and some nausea today. Hard to drink water when it tastes so bad."

Another found success with: "I survived my chemo with banana frozen pops."

Try using plastic cups instead of glass or metal, as metallic tastes can make water worse. Keep experimenting with different options - what works can change throughout treatment.

February 15
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I like Body Armor Lyte and Poweraid, Aldi's have one that is not too bad as well, called PurAqua Hydration with electrolytes. There is always Pedialyte but It's not tasty to me but their freeze pops are good!

February 15 (edited)

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