Actor Dipika Kakar’s cancer battle: Why diet, weight loss decide how effective immunotherapy can be
Indian Express·2h ago·Informative/Hope
What Happened
Actor Dipika Kakar, battling liver cancer relapse, lost 2 kg monthly through strict diet and lifestyle changes. Medical experts confirm nutrition significantly impacts immunotherapy effectiveness. Proper nutrition boosts immune system function, activates T-cells, and supports antibody production. Research shows metabolic health, gut microbiome, and physical activity powerfully influence how effectively immunotherapy combats cancer cells.
Key Entities
Dipika Kakarliver cancerimmunotherapynutritionDr Eileen CandayDr Nitin BayasSir HN Reliance Foundation HospitalM|O|C Cancer Care and Research Centre