Integrating nutritional support into cancer care: the role of medical oncologists

Nutrition and Immunotherapy: Improving Treatment Effectiveness in Cancer Care

In this video, Dr. Hady Ghanem explores the growing evidence linking nutrition, cachexia, hypermetabolism, and immunotherapy outcomes in patients with cancer. The session highlights why nutrition should be considered a fundamental component of supportive cancer care, not only to improve quality of life but also to help patients derive greater benefit from anticancer treatments. Through clinical studies and real‑world evidence, the presentation examines how nutritional and metabolic status can influence the effectiveness of immune checkpoint inhibitors and overall clinical outcomes.

Key takeaways for Healthcare Professionals

This webinar provides practical and evidence‑based insights into the relationship between nutrition and cancer immunotherapy, including:

• Understanding how cachexia and malnutrition can negatively affect immunotherapy response.
• Recognizing the impact of hypermetabolism on treatment effectiveness and survival outcomes.
• Exploring how meeting energy and protein requirements may improve progression‑free and overall survival.
• Learning why nutritional and metabolic phenotyping should be integrated into treatment planning.
• Reviewing the potential role of omega‑3 fatty acids and targeted nutritional strategies in supporting patients undergoing immunotherapy.

Explore the Full Learning Experience on DNC

Watch the full session now on Danone Nutricia Campus (DNC) to deepen your understanding of how nutrition can influence immunotherapy efficacy and patient outcomes. Discover practical approaches for identifying nutritional risk, addressing hypermetabolism, and supporting treatment success. Access the full resource to explore additional insights and clinical evidence.