Energy Essentials: Recovering From Cancer Fatigue
- Erin Benner
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Fatigue after cancer treatment is one of the most common and frustrating challenges survivors face during recovery—and rest alone often isn’t enough to fix it.
Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common and persistent side effects after treatment. And unlike normal tiredness, it doesn’t always go away with rest. Many survivors are surprised by how long it lingers, and even more frustrated when they’re told they “should” be feeling better by now.
The truth is: your body has been through a lot. Recovery takes time—and the right kind of support.
Why Fatigue After Cancer Is So Common
Cancer-related fatigue isn’t just about sleep. It’s influenced by a combination of things, including:
The physical stress of treatment
Changes in metabolism and muscle mass
Inflammation and immune system recovery
Nutrient deficiencies
Digestive changes that affect absorption
Disrupted routines and sleep
Emotional and mental load
On top of that, many survivors are trying to “eat better” to support recovery—but feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, low appetite, or simply not having the energy to cook or plan meals.
Low energy + higher nutrition needs + confusion about what to eat = a really tough cycle.
How Nutrition Helps Cancer Fatigue
The good news? The right nutrition approach can help boost, build, and sustain your energy over time.
Not through extreme diets or rigid rules—but through practical, realistic nourishment that supports your body as it heals.
In my work with survivors, including my recent talk for Be Well with Wellspring on “Nutrition and Energy Recovery During and After Cancer Treatment,” I see the same pattern again and again:
People want to feel better. They just don’t know where to start.
That’s exactly why I created this free webinar.
Free Zoom Webinar: Energy Essentials
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM MST
Length: 1 hour
Format: Live on Zoom (free to attend)
Who This Is For
This session is for cancer survivors who are:
• Nearing the end of treatment
• Or have completed treatment in the past 2 years
• Dealing with fatigue, low stamina, or brain fog
What You’ll Learn
In this session, we’ll cover:
• Why fatigue after cancer treatment is so common
• The key contributors that affect your energy
• How nutrition can support recovery and stamina
• Simple, realistic ways to nourish your body when energy is low
• How to move forward with more clarity and confidence around food
My goal is for you to leave feeling:
✔ More informed
✔ More hopeful
✔ And more empowered to support your energy in a sustainable way
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Recovery isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about supporting your body wisely. And small, thoughtful changes can make a real difference over time.
If you’re ready to understand your fatigue better and learn how nutrition can support your next step on the healing journey, I’d love for you to join me.
👉 Register for the free webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WA4-t5KqSgyjZmrGzyn0dg
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