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Althea,
Saw your post about Hemp milk. I have not tried it yet, but I was wondering if you've seen bran milk yet? It's tasty and has more protein than almond and rice milk! Lisa
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Marilee, Chew4Health are chewable supplements with a lot of ingredients, I've heard advertised but don't know much about. The ingredients are:
Goji, Mangosteen, Noni, Acai, Dulse, Kelp, Bladderwack, Nori, B-12, Folic Acid, Resveratol, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Pomegranate, Cranberry, and Raspberry.
I get tired of taking so many different supplements prescribed by my NMD and chewables are so much easier to digest without the stomach upset. I love the idea of switching to such an all inclusive chewable, but not sure about the ingredient list relative to breast cancer. Here is a link: http://www.chews4health.com/ingredients.asp
Any thoughts anyone? Is it too good to be true?
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Virve - You said it great up there in your post.
People were shocked when I was diagnosed. I have eaten healthy since I was a child, took my daily supplements and remained pretty active. I am so strict about the foods I eat.
We have to remember that we all have cancer cells in our bodies and that something can make them go haywire and voila...Cancer begins.
Looking back I think mine was all an Estrogen Dominace problem that went undiagnosed. Like Virve said, it was an imbalance. I tried to tell my doctor back in 2005 that I suspected my hormones were waaaay out of whack. I was laughed at basically and told I was too young for that at 37. Well looking back that was not the case. In 1995 I was diagnosed with Severe Cervical Dysplasia and had a Cone Biopsy. I have read that is caused by ED. Then I went on to have miscarriages, in which they put me on progesterone for. Again, a sign of ED. Then as I mentined above, I suspected that I had ED, but was not taken seriously and ended up with ER+ BC which I am sure was growing at that time.
Who knows, it could be in our cosmetics or the lotions we put on our body. Our skin is our largest organ and absorbes everything we put on it.
Stress is a huge contributor to problems in the body like Virve said and I am always under a lot of that.
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Estepp
No need to apologize. I think many of us have felt betrayed by our bodies. I also have done pretty well with diet and taking care of myself and still got breast cancer. I have a hunch that I got into something environmental that I was not aware of. I know that I had never been concerned about dye in products like diet pop and never knew before BC that alcohol caused an estrogen response. Before my diagnosis I was having a few drinks almost every night as a way to cope with the stress in my life. Sometimes I wonder it the universe gave me a hard lesson that I was on the wrong path. My family has a history of alcohol dependency. My sister and father both died from liver complications after many years of drinking. Sometimes I wonder if BC actually saved me from that.
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Merilee-I also feel that getting BC saved me from other problems. In my case, diabetes is rampant in my family. Too much pasta on my Italian side, and too much fried food and great baked goods from my southern roots. I got the double whammy. And alcohol is a huge factor in all kinds of cancers. It literally stresses our cells to death. I keep reading how just a little alcohol increases risk of BC. I was never a big drinker, but now I limit it to the wonderful French wine my French amis bring me a couple of times a year. And I share it with others!
And like Susers, I can look back and see my hormones way out of whack. So catching BC in an early stage for me, is somewhat of a blessing. It forced me to face my bad habits and take charge of my health. It has showed me how important I need to be aware of how my body is responding and keep it in balance as much as possible. It is all about balancing our lives. That is why I believe that natural hormone balance will become the norm for cancer prevention and not the AI's that are now used.
Even though every human is made up of an amazing body that has all these systems, working together to keep us going, we still have a personal body chemistry that is a result of our DNA. When we are forced to learn as much as we can about ourselves by going through something like cancer, we can look at it as a lesson to learn from or to ignore. If we go back to doing everything we did before, we will probably get cancer again. In this case, change is good, very good. Notice I did not say change you can believe in. I will not go there! LOL
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Laura, I know how you feel. A doctor told me with 1/7 women now getting BC, that many have "no risk factors" because it's hitting just about everyone. But, I still can't stop now. !! What I want them to develop is something like a blood test for PSA and prostrate cancer. (hope I got that right). Test your blood, (or urine, something!) and say, oops, your risk for developing DCIS is going up, we need to really closely watch you now. we have NOTHING like this! 75% of BC discoveres is already invasive! Off soap box, but REALLY!!!
I have to run out and buy more Turmeric! My container is empty!!! And I'll remember NOT to get grapefruits. Sheesh! Also, Lisa' s alchohol hit list... I think I am going to print that out and hang it above my desk.
Spring.
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Has anyone else found living lettuce yet. I bought some yesterday and it is fab. I also found broc sprouuts and like those also.
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I love the brocco sprouts...put them on my veggies wraps/sandwiches and my salads!
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Lisa have you found a good bread that does not have soy in it?
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Living lettuce is sold roots and all with a water bath for the roots. Talk about fresh, yum yum!
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Hi Merilee
I've been making my own bread and I will eat ezekiel bread once in a while. I realize it has soy in it...but I'm not concerned about the small amount, as I don't get it in anything else.
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You guys are good! I was going to hop in and say something about omega 6 but someone already answered it. We do need omega 6 but just much less of it than most Americans get in their diet. I think I read the optimal ratio is 4:1, omega 6 to omega 3.
On tumeric, yes it's just generally good. Rather than taking a supplement, I have been sprinkling it on a lot of foods--since it has the curry color but not the taste, I put some on fish, scrambled eggs, etc. I have the apt with the nutritionist next week so will hopefully find out more about what supplements to take. Want to get going on those...
Estepp--sometimes I feel that way too--I have led a pretty healthy life and am wondering why my body is out of balance that led to this. But I am just doing all I can do now and hoping it gets everything back in balance. Luckily I like healthy food anyway!
What I need to work on is more of the exercise. I do walk every day and do some stretches/strengthening that a trainer gave me but I should be diving back into yoga and/or the gym... 0 -
lexislove ~ Just wanted to tell you that, on your recommendation, I made a pasta dish with Eden Organic Kamut Spirals last night, and it was absolutely delicious! I didn't think I'd ever say that about a natural, whole grain pasta, but even my DH raved about it. Spirals was the only shape I've found it in so far; I hope they make others. Anyway, I'm so glad you knew about it, because it's one I never would have tried if you hadn't suggested it. Deanna
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Thank you.
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Hi, ladies, just dropping by to brag because I have seven hens, laying organic freerange eggs. I have organic asparagus that's coming in like gangbusters, and so much mesclun lettuces that I'm giving it to any takers. I LOVE to pick dinner from the back yard. I wish I could share with you.
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I tried the agave today in my tea and liked it. I also found the Eden pasta in several types. I bought one called Kamut & quinoa twisted pair.
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Ok Eden pasta is on my list!
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Well said Vivre!
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dlb823..
I'm so glad you liked it!!! It definatly is the best product. I have not seen anyother shapes either myself, I hope that they make a spaghetti variety. The Eden Organic is the only pasta I buy now.
Sam
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I roasted some cauliflower and asparagus last night with EVOO, tumeric and sea salt. My 3 year old loved it. I haven't tried it with anything else. Someone above had it with eggs? I do add some to my chicken curry. Anyone have any more suggestions for the tumeric!!!!!
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When I bought the Eden I noticed elbow, and flat noodles as well as the spiral.
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My sister just sent me this, and I thought some of you might also be interested:
The Seventh Annual Cancer Survivorship Series: Living With, Through & Beyond Cancer
A Three-Part Telephone Education Workshop Program
This free series, made possible by CancerCare and with support from the National Cancer Institute and Lance Armstrong Foundation, offers cancer survivors, their families, friends and health care professionals practical information to help them cope with concerns and issues that arise after treatment ends.
Part II, The Importance of Nutrition and Physical Activity, will be held on Tuesday, May 19 from 1:30 - 2:30 pm, ET.
The featured speakers for this workshop include:
- Anna Schwartz, FNP, PhD, FAAN, Cancer Survivor, Executive Medical Director, Rehabilitation Systems and Affiliate Professor, University of Washington; Bernardine M. Pinto, PhD, Professor (Research), Miriam Hospital and Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine; and Wendy Demark-Wahnefried, PhD, RD, Professor, Department of Behavioral Science, The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Part III, Survivors Too: Family, Friends and Loved Ones: Managing the Fatigue of Caregiving, will take place on Tuesday, June 23 from 1:30 - 2:30 pm, ET.
These workshops are free - no phone charges apply. However, pre-registration is required. To register simply go to the CancerCare website, www.cancercare.org/TEW and click on Register for a Telephone Education Workshop.
If you missed Part I of the series, Managing the Stress of Survivorship, you can hear the replay of the Telephone Workshop as a podcast. Just click here to listen to the program.
The links may not work from this pasted copy (which I couldn't modify), but the website is correct. Deanna
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Man I wish these series really meant the living with (long term/forever) cancer part...so frustrated because they do not really include people who are in treatment forever - not necesarily chemo- but some of the hormonal, biologic and targeted therapies. Such great topics and probably good info that would help complement traditional therapies!
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Ladies, maybe it's our highly exclusive bc club, but I crave pink grapefruit too, but I have always loved it! Yes, I have heard it doesn't mix well with many drugs tamoxifen and xanax are two I am aware of.
Also Springtime book name is "Eat Right for Your Type" by Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo.
It's my fun book right now. I have been a vegetarian for years, but I am always looking for creative ways to get more protein since I dropped soy years ago.
Analemma, fresh organic free range eggs! I have just started eating eggs again after my surgery, you are a neighboring state, breakfast, lunch or dinner at your house????
I know I am a little behind here, but I too felt betrayed by my body. Since the time of my mothers dx in 1981 until her untimely death in '87 I vowed to take excellent care of myself. I did everything I possibly could, except, I still drank, and drinking is a huge NO for estrogen positive bc. I had even stopped that about 3 years ago, didn't really like it and didn't want to set that example for my two young daughters. But too late, doctors said I had already had this cancer for 6, 7 years maybe longer since it was a slow grower.
So I have pulled myself up, I am happier then ever, feel better then ever (in part to Brownstein) and I plan on trusting my body again! I do trust it, I am strong, I have an amazing life and will continue to share and learn from all of you!
I also go to a psychologist she only works with cancer patients, I go once a month now, but she really helped me too. For me I had quite a history with cancer in my family. I can't say enough about taking care of the mental as well as physical parts of the body. That's also why I enjoy yoga so much, fortunate to have some great yogis here in my area!
Have a wonderful evening ladies, off to walk my 3 black labs!
I take turmeric too, Brownstein gave it a thumbs up to keep taking it!
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Ok Lucky, how do you walk 3 black labs? It takes all I have to walk 1, especially if a rabbit crosses our path, so I need always need to recruit a walking partner to take the mixed breed puppy who is just a little bigger than the lab.
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Hi Ladies,
I've been lurking, trying to see if I can benefit from improving my lifestyle and diet since I am trip-neg there is no other treatment after chemo and my DR says to just try a low fat diet. I have started some supplements and cut way down on meats. more veggies which I love anyway and working on the caffiene, the soda I can give up the coffee is really hard it seems for me. I think you ladies are great and all the information you share is wonderful.
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I found info on this supplement which sounds interesting....
Inositol Hexaphosphate 
Other common name(s): IP6, IP-6, InsP-6, inositol, phytic acid, phytate, myo-inositol hexaphosphate
Scientific/medical name(s): inositol-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexakisphosphate
Description
Inositol hexaphosphate (IP6) is a chemical found in beans, brown rice, corn, sesame seeds, wheat bran, and other high-fiber foods. It is converted into compounds in the body that are used by cells to relay outside messages to the cell nucleus. IP6also aids the body in its use, or metabolism, of calcium and other minerals.
IP-6 is a very specific form of inositol, and there are several other forms of it found in the human body. It is different, for instance, from myo-inositol, which is another form being studied because of its possible role in illnesses such as depression and anxiety.
Overview
Animal and laboratory research has found that IP6 may be effective in lowering tumor incidence and slowing tumor growth. However, studies of IP6 have not yet been done in people. Clinical trials are needed to find out how it might work in preventing or treating cancer in humans.
How is it promoted for use?
Proponents call IP6 a "natural cancer fighter" and claim it slows or reverses the growth of various forms of cancer, including breast, colon, and prostate cancers. It is thought to be an antioxidant, a compound that blocks the action of free radicals, activated oxygen molecules that can damage cells. It may help to prevent the abnormal signals that tell a cancer cell to keep growing from reaching the cell's nucleus. Some research shows IP6 slows abnormal cell division and may sometimes transform tumor cells into normal cells. Supporters also claim it effectively prevents kidney stones, high cholesterol, heart disease, and liver disease.
IP6 is one form of inositol. Inositol is a kind of sugar formed by 6 carbon atoms, 6 oxygen atoms, and 12 hydrogen atoms. This combination of atoms can also form glucose, but the atoms are arranged differently in these 2 sugars. There are actually several forms of inositol, each with subtle differences in the arrangement of atoms, with myo-inositol being the most common form. IP6 is formed by substituting phosphate groups (each with a phosphorous and three oxygens) for each of the 6 hydroxyl (an oxygen and hydrogen) groups of inositol. Thus, IP6 is related, yet chemically distinct, from myo-inositol, which is being studied for its possible role in illnesses such as depression and anxiety.
What does it involve?
Many high-fiber food sources contain IP6, and it is also available in pill form as a dietary supplement combining inositol and IP6. Scientists do not know enough about the chemical to recommend a standard supplement dose. It is not known whether taking a supplement provides the same effect as getting IP6 from food sources.
What is the history behind it?
The existence of IP6 has been known for several decades. Interest in its potential anti-cancer properties emerged in the mid-1980s when Abulkalam Shamsuddin, MD, PhD, a pathologist at the University of Maryland, began to conduct research studies on inositol in the laboratory. He published a book on the subject in 1998. He and other researchers continue to study the effects of IP6.
What is the evidence?
All of the evidence regarding the anticancer effects of IP6 has come from laboratory cell cultures and animal studies. Laboratory studies of cell cultures have shown that IP6 may help put cancer cells on a path toward normal cell death and may help keep them from spreading to other parts of the body. It may also affect the growth of blood vessels that supply the tumor and the immune system in general. These studies have shown IP6 may have activity against cancer of the pancreas, breast, prostate, colon, and other types of cancer. Results of some studies in cells have also suggested that IP6 may help certain chemotherapy or hormone therapy drugs work better.
Studies in animals have found that supplementing the animals' diets with IP6 may help prevent tumors from forming in the prostate, lung, colon, skin, and other areas. While animal and laboratory studies may show a certain compound holds promise as a helpful treatment, further studies are needed to find out if the results apply to humans. One preliminary human study suggested that IP6 may cause regression of precancerous lung changes in smokers. IP6 has not yet been studied in humans as a treatment for cancer.
Inositol hexaphosphate and similar chemicals have also been studied for treating polycystic ovary syndrome, panic disorders, autism, obsessive-compulsive disorders, Alzheimer disease, post-traumatic stress disorders, and depression. Researchers have reached no firm conclusions about its impact on these conditions.
Are there any possible problems or complications?
This product is sold as a dietary supplement in the United States. Unlike drugs (which must be tested before being allowed to be sold), the companies that make supplements are not required to prove to the Food and Drug Administration that their supplements are safe or effective, as long as they don't claim the supplements can prevent, treat, or cure any specific disease.
Some such products may not contain the amount of the herb or substance that is written on the label, and some may include other substances (contaminants). Actual amounts per dose may vary between brands or even between different batches of the same brand.
Most such supplements have not been tested to find out if they interact with medicines, foods, or other herbs and supplements. Even though some reports of interactions and harmful effects may be published, full studies of interactions and effects are not often available. Because of these limitations, any information on ill effects and interactions below should be considered incomplete.
When taken in moderate amounts, IP6 appears to be safe. However, no studies have been done to determine its safety. Some experts advise those who wish to increase their intake of IP6 to add beans, whole grains, and other foods rich in IP-6 to their diets before resorting to supplements.
Inositol hexaphosphate may reduce the body's ability to absorb some minerals such as zinc, calcium, and iron. This concern has been raised mainly in regard infants. IP-6 can also reduce the amounts absorbed from mineral supplements. No studies have tested the safety of IP6 in women who are pregnant or breast-feeding. Relying on this treatment alone and avoiding or delaying conventional medical care for cancer, may have serious health consequences.
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Just a note..
I planted my first Stevia plant this year. I have grown my own herbs and scents for 16 yrs.. and this is my first Stevia. I never ate sugar before. Chemo shut my ovaries down.. so I got a sweet tooth.. Stevia and Blue Agave work for me. So I thought.. I will grow it and powder it myself... wahooooo ... sure made me feel good!
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So many newcomers! It is so great to have new imput and ideas. It is great that others are looking outside the box with us. I am hoping that we all will be examples on how one should face cancer. When we all are still healthy, 10 years from now, and that includes you FlaLady and EWB, we can go back to our doctors with pride and tell them to start being more optimistic about treating cancer, and emphasize that we have to heal our spirits as well as our bodies. The best way to do that is to support and learn from others. Let's all say a special prayer for survivors tonight to continue to not let cancer control us.
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Laura-where did you find a Stevia plant? I just got a great book(yeah, I know another one. As I said, I read a lot). This one is called Weeds, Friend of Foe? It talks a lot about how many perceived "weeds" have incredible health benefits. Who knew I had a pharmacy in my own backyard! I have 2 acres of everything imaginable. Now if I could just develop a taste for dandelion salad. This book is telling me to cook wild mustard like spinach! Yikes, I have that stuff everywhere! So if any of you have alot of any particular weed, let me know and I will tell you how to prepare it!
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