PET-CT diet plan
Before your exam
If your PET-CT scan is for cancer
If your PET-CT scan is for a sarcoid heart scan, infection or inflammation
Suggested foods
Protein
Non-breaded beef, chicken, turkey, fish, pork, lamb, ham (without honey), hot dogs, lunch meats, fish, shellfish and eggs.
Dairy
Cheese, sour cream, butter and half and half Vegetables: Green beans, asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, lettuce, mushrooms, radishes, spinach and zucchini.
Condiments
Mayonnaise, salad dressing oil, vinegar, mustard, hot sauce, tartar sauce, olives and dill pickles.
Beverages
Diet soda, black coffee or tea (may add artificial sweetener and half and half), water (diet flavored included) and sugar free crystal light.
Menu suggestions
Breakfast
Lunch
Snacks
Dinner
Foods to avoid
All foods containing sugar, and most processed foods, even “low-carb” items.
Fruits and vegetables
Breads and grains
Beverages
Snack foods
Other