Try to maintain your weight. If you’re having trouble keeping weight on, eat foods that are high in protein and calories. These include nuts, lean red meat, fish, or chicken. Ice cream, peanut butter, and eggs are good choices, too. Try eating many small meals daily rather than 3 big meals. And talk with your healthcare provider if you’ve lost your appetite. In some cases, your healthcare provider may prescribe medicine that can help you feel like eating again.

Physical activity is good for both your body and mind. It can help you sleep better, boost your energy, and enjoy a sense of well-being. Staying active also reduces side effects such as nausea and extreme tiredness. Try to be active only when you feel energetic and rested. Just be careful not to overdo it. Choose light or moderate activities. These include stretching, walking, swimming, or bicycling.

Learning more about your illness can help you be more in control of your treatment. To find out more about lung cancer, contact the following:

• Lung Cancer Alliance  800-298-2436  www.lungcanceralliance.org

• American Cancer Society  800-227-2345  www.cancer.org

• American Lung Association  800-586-4872  lung.org

• National Cancer Institute  800-422-6237  www.cancer.gov