Did chemo change your taste buds? What got you through?

Hello everyone, how are you doing today?

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get mentioned often enough: how chemotherapy can affect your sense of taste and appetite.

Many people describe food tasting metallic, bitter, or just… off. Some say their favourite meals suddenly become unbearable. Others lose interest in food altogether, even when they know they need to eat to stay strong.

💬 If you've been through this:

• How did it impact your daily life or your relationship with food?
  
• Were there any textures, temperatures, or flavours that were easier to tolerate?
  
• Did any tips from loved ones or healthcare providers actually help?
  
• And over time did your taste return to what it was before?

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Whether you’ve found ways to adapt or are still struggling with this change, your experience can help others feel less alone.

Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼