Calling all triple negative breast cancer patients in the UK
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Hello Sylvia and Mary,
Thank you for the info about Neulasta and Neupogen. I used Scilocyte which is also Filgrastim made in India. Much cheaper but also effective for me. I am having my second batch of it today with my MO.
Claritin is also a bit confusing. My Mo prescribed it to me when i complained about body itching, but i found out on another thread that it is also used for body pains in combination with Neulasta. I research it on the internet and it was described as an anti-histamine and used for allergies and colds. Its generic name is Loratadine. It was so effective against my itching and it is very cheap.
Sylvia, as for my boy, he is only 4 3/4 years old and does not understand what is going on yet. He is my bundle of joy and my exercise machine because he is so active and sometimes i cant keep up with him. I had him at age 48, lucky for me, before i became menopause only last year at 52!
As for the soup, it is indeed a "sour" soup, with a tamarind-based stock. I think it is the equivalent of the Thai Tom Yum soup. It is a Filipino favorite and you can use meat, beef, shrimps instead of fish. It has swamp cabbage or sweet potato leaves, tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cilantro, long green chili pepper, and sometimes i sprinkle it with some fresh peppercorn for added hot flavor and aroma. You should try it.
Ok, that's it for me.
Happy thoughts,
Gina
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Sylvia,
That's a nice sunrise picture you posted. Was it taken from your home? I also like pictures of sunrise and sunsets. My hubby and i used to frequent the Manila Bay area just to get a glimpse of the beautiful sunset. I dont have my own picture, but here is how it looks on a clear day...
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Here are other versions of the famous Manila Bay Sunset... It was shown by then President Aquino to President Obama at the Manila Hotelduring the APEC summit held here...
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Gina and Sylvia,
Your pictures of the sunset are beautiful. Happy to be
Home with good white blood counts and Potassium levels.I feel as if my appetite is better,too.I guess I was sick and attributed all of my symptoms to the fourth AC.Lucky my daughter(who is a pharmacist and a loving caring daughter) stopped by
And she took my temperature. She noticed my hands were shaky,too.Now I am going to take my temp every day just as a precaution.
Gina what a blessing to have a baby at 48.My youngest is 18 and I was almost 40 when I had him-the teenage years are quite a challenge!Thank you all formyour oind words and support.
Rhonda xo
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hi 5 th taxolmwent well and side effects were minimal for this one. Lfts coming back to normal and my sons graduation was amazing! I was so proud of my boy! My shoulder on the non affected side was probably less sore than usual and is only get painful todayvon day 5! It seems to settle just before chemo again! Still very scared that they have missed something but I need to just wait and take each day as it comes and wait and see. My family are are so positive but I'm terrified .all I want to do is see my beautiful grandsons grow up.
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Hello Gina,
You are quite right about Loratadine. It is a drug here that is very commonly used for allergies.
I am sure your little boy of 4 ¾ brings you a lot of joy. Children that age are so interesting and so lively. He will keep you young!
I was interested in the sour soup and I might try it when I can find the time. I learn such interesting things from you about vegetables. What exactly is swamp cabbage? I know sweet potatoes very well, but I really got to know them when I lived in Canada. They were not common in the UK when Raymond and I were growing up. I do like them a lot and buy them quite a lot, but I have never seen sweet potato leaves. I know all the other things but have not tried cilantro. It all sounds very interesting.
The tamarind based stock sounds good.
It looks as though anything that is sour or bitter or spicy is good for us cancer survivors, but sweet is not good at all.
I have been eating bitter apricot kernels since I was diagnosed and took them on the advice of one long appointment I had with a well known and reputable doctor, who was in favour of what we now call integrative treatment.
A couple of years ago I met a nice American who had lived his life in the Caribbean. He had come over here to see his friend who had metastatic triple positive breast cancer and he was talking about her taking sour-sop, which is made from some leaves that grow in the Caribbean. Unfortunately she did not get a chance to try it as she died of the breast cancer while he was here on a visit. Do you know sour-sop?
I hope you are not feeling too bad today after your chemotherapy.
Fond thoughts.
Sylvia xxxx
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Hello again Gina,
Yes, the sunrise was taken from my home. My husband took it from our bedroom window. I do not know why but I always feel good when I see that sunrise coming up in the morning.
The photographs you have posted for us are stunning. Thank you for posting them.
Take care.
Sylvia xxxx
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Hello Rhonda,
I was glad to know you like the sunset photographs.
I was so glad to know that you are back home with good white blood counts and potassium levels. I was glad to know that your appetite is better as you need to keep up the nutrients. Bananas are good for potassium.
It must be good to have a daughter who is loving and caring and is also a pharmacist.
I remember when I started chemotherapy that I was told to take my temperature on a daily basis. In fact, I was given one of those thermometers that you put on your forehead. I was very lucky that my temperature was always normal. I think it would be prudent for you to keep an eye on your temperature.
I was interested to know that you also had a baby relatively late. I am sure that must be one of the secrets of staying young!
Please feel free to post any photographs of exceptional scenes of where you live. I am sure they make us all feel good.
Fond thoughts.
Sylvia xxxx
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Hello Kath,
I was glad to know that your fifth Taxol went well with minimal side effects.
I was also glad to know that everything went very well at your son's graduation.
It is good that your family is being positive, as this will help you to get through this journey.
Keep telling yourself you will get through this and you will see your grandsons grow up.
Fond thoughts.
Sylvia xxxx
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feel good today dliwvand steady! Taxol no 6 friday
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Hi Rhonda,
I am glad you're ok now. Watch your diet. Eat those foods rich in the nutrients which you lack like the banana as Sylvia mentioned. My white blood cells and haemoglobin are always fluctuating so I need shots of Filgrastim for the white blood and Iberet tablets for iron and reb blood boosts. You're lucky you have a loving pharmacist daughter who will surely be a lot of help in your dietary supplements.
I am glad you like the sunset pics. It is even better to actually see it. With the wide view of the Manila Bay and ships/boats in the background and you are seated along the seawall, garden park or in one of the nice restaurants surrounding the bay. I find it so relaxing and romantic especially while my hubby and i stroll along the bayside on a cool December breeze! I think we'll go look at it again this coming holiday season. I really miss it! It is so "addicting".
Ok Rhond, Keep healthy.
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Hi Sylvia,
Here is a little bit of info about Swamp Cabbage or Kangkong...
KANGKONG
Scientific name: Ipomoea aquatica
Kangkong is a semi-aquatic tropical plant that's a popular vegetable in the Philippines.
The word kangkong has been translated into English as swamp cabbage or river spinach, but those names don't reflect what kangkongreally is except for the fact that it grows where there's a lot of water. It has also been called "swamp morning glory" because of its flowers.
In French, it is called liseron d'eau.
The tender hollow stems of kangkong are used in cooking as well as its leaves. It can be stir-fried, steamed, boiled or lightly fried in oil.
A popular dish is adobong kangkong. To prepare kangkong adobo-style means to cook it with vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, onions, a bay leaf and optionally some pork.
Pinalutong na kangkong is a dish in which this vegetable is cooked to a crisp.
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Hi Sylvia,
Here is an example of a Filipino style Sinigang or Sour Soup/Broth using Salmon.
Tips:
You can just sprinkle about 1/3 cup of cilantro (coriander) leaves and fresh turmeric just before the broth is almost done for an enhanced flavor and aroma.
You can also do away with the Miso paste (not the tamarind puree) which is only used to thicken the soup.
Instead of tamarind, you can also use kamias or bilimbi fruit as sour base.
In the recipe below, mustard leaves was used instead of swamp cabbage or sweet potato leaves.
Maya-maya or red snapper is another delicious fish instead of salmon.
You can also opt not to fry the fish to avoid oil, just let it boil directly with the veggies.
You can also use plain seasalt instead of fish sauce.
SINIGANG SA MISO(SALMON)
Filipino Style Recipe: sinigang sa miso(salmon) or salmon in miso-tamarind soup is another simple and easy Filipino dish. This is similar to sinigang sa miso(maya-maya) that has a sour broth. Normally the salmon cooked and simmered in a combination of rice washing, onions, tomatoes, vegetables, tamarind and miso paste which gives a sour taste.
Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 20-30 minutes
Good for 5-6 personsIn Ingredients:
1 kilo salmon, sliced with belly portion
3 tablespoons miso paste
1 pack of tamarind powder or tamarind(sampalok)
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, chopped
1 thumb-sized ginger, chopped
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 litre of water or rice washing
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 tablespoons lemon or calamansi juice
fish sauce, salt and ground pepper to taste
2 bunches mustard greens(mustasa) or pechay
2 small white radish(labanos), peeled and sliced(optional)
3 green chili(siling haba)(optional)Procedures:
Part 1(Optional)
1. Marinate salmon in lemon juice, salt and pepper for 15 minutes.
2. In a frying pan, heat oil then fry fish until light brown. Drain and set aside.Part 2
1. In a casserole, heat oil and saute garlic, onion, ginger and tomatoes.
2. Add miso paste and fish sauce then stir cook for a minute.
3. Pour water then bring to boil. Add sinigang mix (tamarind puree)then bring to boil.
4. Add salmon then cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Adjust seasoning then add vegetables and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat then transfer to serving bowl. Serve hot with steamed rice.Notes:
1. To extract tamarind juice instead of sinigang mix, boil unripe tamarind until soften then pound and extract the juice.
2. You may add more vegetables in the sinigang like string beans.
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Hi Sylvia,
Here's the info about the Camote or Sweet Potato Leaves/Tops...
Sweet potato tops or camote tops or sweet potato leaves of simply talbos ng kamote in tagalog are excellent sources of antioxidative compounds, mainly polyphenolics, which may protect the human body from oxidative stress that is associated with many diseases including cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Its scientific name is Ipomoea Batatas.
It contains protein, dietary fiber, lipid, and essential minerals and nutrients such as calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, sodium, potassium, sulfur, iron, copper, zinc, manganese, aluminum and boron.
► Lowers blood sugar and cholesterol.
► Regulates good bowel movements.
► Boost the immune system and thus helping to prevent infections and disease.
Among all the other plants, research studies have shown that Camote tops may be used as a remedy to Dengue fever. It is said to help increase platelet counts that would help recover from Dengue.
Camote tops can also be used to treat other diseases or sicknesses:
• Diabetes (Type 2)
• Heart Disease
• Cancer (Colon, stomach)
• Problems on bowel movement
• Destroys bacteria and inhibit fungi
• High Blood Pressure
• High Cholesterol
• Kidney Stones
• Boils
• AcneSweet Potato Leaves are packed full of great antioxidants… also vitamin C making it great for fighting off free radicals thus preventing premature aging and disease.
Talbos ng kamote is also recommended for anemic person since it is rich in iron.
The leaves and the rest of the plant may work wonders for balancing out blood sugar making great for diabetics. It contains a substance called FIBL… that in studies done on mice did lower blood sugar levels.
Crushed leaves are applied to boils and acne.Making a drink of the Sweet Potato Leaves really works wonders for distress, stomachaches, diarrhea, and nausea.
Here's how to make Talbos ng Kamote a Healthy drink:
You will need:
2 cups of talbos ng kamote
6 pieces kalamansi fruit
6 table spoon of sugar
2 cups of water
Procedure:
Clean the talbos ng kamote
Put the talbos ng kamote in 2 cups of water.
Boil for 10-15 minutes and the water will turn green.
Add the calamansi and stir with the water as it turn pink.
Stir in the sugar.
Drink and enjoy the juice!
Note: Sugar is optional. You can totally remove it or replace it with honey or any other healthy alternative like stevia. Calamansi or lemon can be used.
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Hi Sylvia,
This is the answer to your last query about soursop or guyabano fruit and leaves...( I got it on the net
Guyabano Leaves | Tea
Health is Wealth
Guyabano as we call it here in the Philippines has definitely gained popularity in the last couple of years, after more and more people started testifying about its many beneficial effects on the body. It has been acknowledged as the miracle cure for cancer (through independent studies), but not by the medical industry who still maintains that chemotherapy is the only treatment.
I'm not really a huge fan of eating the fruit, I prefer atis actually, unless the soursop is served as a smoothie then we're good haha. My husband loves it though and gets himself a fresh one in the market when it's available. Anyway, we can talk about the fruit another time, it's the graviola leaves that I'm zoning in on in today's write up.
Here are some of the benefits of Guyabano/Soursop leaves:- For Cancer treatment and prevention
According to a study conducted by experts from Purdue University in the US, guyubano leaves are very good for the treatment of various diseases, especially cancer. The study proves that the leaves can inhibit cancer cell growth. Some types of cancer that can be treated are breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer and 12 other types of cancer.
The procedure to make it is: take old soursop leaves and boil with 3 cups of water. Leave until remaining one cup of water, drink 2 times a day for 2 weeks. - For treating Uric Acid
Guyabano leaves can also be used as a cure for gout. Many alternative medicines use the leaves for the treatment of gout.
The procedure to make it is: take 6-10 old soursop leaves but still green then wash cleanly. Furthermore cut soursop leaves with the aim of ensuring the content in the leaves right out. Boil the leaves with 2 cups of water. Simmer until remaining 1 cup of water. Drink the concoction twice a day in the morning and evening. - For treating Back Pain.
If you have any problems with your waist, try to make a potion of guyabano leaves. Take 20 pieces of leaves and boil with 5 cups of water. Allow to boil and the remaining 3 cups. Drink this mixture ¾ cup once a day. - Helps the Immune System and prevents infections
The content in guyabano leaves is believed to boost the immune system and prevent infection in the body.
The procedure is: prepare 4/5 soursop leaves, boil with 4 cups of water and then simmer until the remaining 1 cup. Drink once a day. - For treating Eczema and Rheumatism.
Mash the guyabano leaves to a smooth consistency and apply on the body that feels pain or pain due to arthritis or eczema regularly twice a day. - For treating Ulcers
Pick fresh young guyabano leaves and stick it on the body affected by ulcers.
You might have heard of guyabano leaf extract in capsule forms as I have which is not surprising due to its recent celebrity status with health aficionados like Mr. D and I. The leaf extract can help tackle cancer other than also maintaining a healthy body thus preventing various health problems. Here are some of the known benefits:- Antibacterial:To Inhibit bacterial growth
- Antiviruses: To pursue the development of virus
- Anticancer: To Inhibit cancer development
- Antitumor: To Inhibit tumor growth
- Antiparasitic: To Inhibit parasite development
- Antimalarials: Antimalarials
- Antileishmania: Antileishmania
- Antispasmodic: Substance that can relax smooth muscle
- Antikonfulsan: anticonvulsants
- Astrigen: Substances that wrinkle / shrink mucous membranes
- Antimutagenic: Substances that are inhibiting gene mutation
- Analgesic: Substances that can relieve pain / ache
- Anti-inflammatory: Substances that suppress inflammation
- Febrifuge: Substances that lower fever
- Hypotensive: Substances that are lowering blood pressure
- Hypoglycemic: Substances that are lowering blood sugar levels
- Nervin: To strengthen nerve / nerve tonic
- Kardiodepresan: Pressing cardiac activity
- Galactogogue: Substances that can increase breast milk production
- Sedatives: Substances that are soothing
- Stomakik: Substance that strengthens the stomach and increase appetite
- Vasodilators: Substances that dilate blood vessels are
- Vermifuge: Substances that can kill intestinal worms
- Diuretics: The emetic of aurine
- Tranquilizers: Substances that are soothing
One of my aunts contracted cervical cancer and underwent chemotherapy which made her gravely ill after treatment. We seriously thought she wasn't going to last long, but when she started taking Guyabano tea and drank it as much as she drinks water on a daily basis her condition miraculously improved at a very quick pace and she never went back to the hospital to this day. My husband gets his Guyabano tea fix every night and is now reaping the rewards of adding it to his routine that he gets much needed energy boosts throughout the day. The difference was astounding that even I tried it out and felt the difference. I'm usually dead tired even before night fall, pregnancy and taking care of 2 toddlers plus a gradeschooler can do that but I don't tire that easily anymore after drinking Guyabano tea. Beats those energy drinks that are loaded with chemicals, that's for sure! Try it our yourself and be amazed with the results as we were!0 - For Cancer treatment and prevention
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gmmph I have it in tea bags. I've always wondered about it. My sister drinks it for her arthritis.
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Hi Valstim,
Soursop tea is also very popular here now. I have been drinking it before my bmx but my MO cautioned me not to take it during chemo treatment as it might interfere with the efficacy. I still eat the fruit though. Almost every week, as it becomes available in the market. It is believed by many here that you have to drink 1 cup soursop fresh tea leaves 3x a day for 30 days to be effective but i havent tried it yet. I intend to, right after i finish my all of my chemo sessions.
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Hello Kath,
I just wanted to say I hope all goes well for your next infusion.
Best wishes.
Sylvia xxxx
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Hello Gina,
You have been very busy on the thread. Many thanks for all that information. I shall read it all again later on today. The photograph of the swamp cabbage did remind me of our spinach. As for the leaves of the sweet potatoes, it makes me wonder what the food industry does with all ours.
I was very interested in the tea and might try to get some. I drink mainly green tea, as well as rooibos tea. From time to time I buy mistletoe tea.
Thank you for the recipes. Do you spend a lot of time cooking?
Take care.
Fond thoughts.
Sylvia xxxx
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thanks Sylvia,
Got a bit of a cough and runny nose which I think happened last week as well. Very tired today but up to no 7 on Frida
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HI, Gina,
Thanks for all the info on the many greens, and sour food recipes that you posted. You have access to many interesting food items that are unfamiliar to me, and they all sound healthy! I like sour foods, I make a hot and sour soup with rice vinegar, chicken broth, shitake mushrooms, green onions, bamboo shoots, cilantro, an egg and hot red pepper sauce; I used to make it often and think I will have to make it again soon since it's getting colder; it makes me sweat! The fish soup recipe you posted sounds delicious, I would like to try that too. The sweet potato leaf drink recipe sounds good too, but what is a kalamansi fruit? Or what is similar?
I can pick some wild greens here, in the early spring I go down by the river that runs around the farm and pick weeds that are called "bottom greens", they are very good until they get too big. Then later comes a common weed that is called "lambs-quarters", it grows anywhere there is rich soil, and it is delicious. There are more that I have not eaten, and am not sure about yet. These greens cannot be bought, but have to be picked wild. The wild mushrooms also come in the spring, they grow all over the hills and bottoms.
It seems you are tolerating your chemo well, I am so glad for you. I had to have the shots after every treatment too, to keep my white cells from going too low. I did not have to take iron pills for red blood cells, maybe I needed them because I was certainly tired throughout.
Thanks Gina, it's really interesting to read about your food, sounds like you have lots of healthy choices!
Talk to you soon,
Mary
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Hi, Sylvia,
I think Adagio is probably just wrapping up her trip, it started in September so she should be back home soon. That was a big trip to experience!
My Thanksgiving week was exhausting, there was a lot of family to keep up with, and I kept trying to do so. Saturday afternoon I spent in my kitchen cooking, and Saturday night when I took off my socks my right leg was swollen more than it has ever been. It was also very painful. If you don't recall, last March I went to the vein doctor and he put 2 injections in my right calf for the varicose veins. My ankle has been varying degrees of painful ever since, I'm sure from a combination of the neuropathy in my feet and legs and the injection. There has also been a slight swollen area since March. I went back at one point and asked about it, he said it was normal, and just needed more time. I have an appt. to see vein doc again on Dec. 16, but since I am flying next week (to Aruba) I went to my GP and asked him about it. I had spent a lot of time lying down with leg elevated since Saturday night, so by Monday it looked pretty good. He wants to do an ultrasound, but he said he truly doesn't think it is a deep-vein blood clot, which is what had sprung to my mind. He did some simple old-school tests which gave him no cause for worry. He thinks it was caused by the neuropathy, eating saltier food for a week than I am used to, and standing in the kitchen all afternoon and I know the injection had something to do with it, since I think it aggravated the neuropathy.
So that's my latest health report, I am planning to wear support hose on the plane!
Hope your week is going well, it is another gray and chilly day here, hope yours is brighter!
Talk to you again soon,
Mary
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Hello Mary,
Thank you for your post. Let us hope we shall hear from adagio when she gets back to Canada.
Your Thanksgiving week sounded very busy, but you are so lucky to have such a lot of family members. I do not have very many now. I do miss all my aunts and uncles, parents etc. I have just one aunt left in Essex and do not get to see her much.
All the cousins coming from those aunts and uncles are wrapped up with their own families and, except for a couple, we just exchange Christmas cards. Raymond does not have much family either.
I was so sorry to read that your right leg was swollen more than it has ever been. It sounds as though you overdid the standing up. What kind of injections did you have in your right calf for varicose veins? I have no idea what is used.
Do you think that chemotherapy/radiotherapy induced neuropathy causes swelling? Is the swelling more likely to have come from the injection in combination with standing for too long?
When exactly are you leaving for Aruba? I do hope you get the leg swelling sorted out before then, so that you have peace of mind.
It looks as though your doctor could be right and that it is a combination of neuropathy, salt, and standing for too long.
What is in the injection that it aggravates the neuropathy?
It seems there is always something going on with our health.
I think you are right to wear support hose on the plane.
Here in the UK we are going through a spell of much colder than usual temperatures and it seems quite hard to keep warm. There have been health warnings out for the elderly and the vulnerable to be extra vigilant. The government has made so many cuts to health and social care that I do not know how everything is holding together.
The politicians still drone on about Brexit, hard or soft, to Brexit or not to Brexit, that is the question, but no one has any answers!
That is all for now.
Wishing you better.
Love.
Sylvia xxxx
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Hi all just checking on you all. today is my birthday I am officially 40 years old. time flies, today my first cancerversary from dx. my appointment with MO is for 16 Dec for my periodic check up.. hoping for no bad news.. i have few symptoms and hoping they mean nothing..
Good luck to all of us and hoping that we will have many more years of checking on each other and supporting one another.
i read this thread everyday, just don't have time to partcipate with words but you are all in my thoughts everyday.. keep fighting and keep simling!! I will be doing this 4ever!!
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Just letting everyone Know that I had my first
Taxol today.They are holding off on the Carboplatin
For a few weeks because of the neutropenia that
Landed me in the hospital.My whiteblood
Count was high, I felt tired but it might be because
I had to get up. At 5 to make the appointment at 8.
No nausea and my appetite is better.
Rhond
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Hi 4ever,
Happy Birthday and Cancerversary to you! Every occassion or milestone you have, you should celebrate and be thankful. Life is too short. I wish you all the best. Be happy.
Hi rlk,
Happy for you. Despite having some problems, you got your first Taxol with only minor SEs. I hope all your succeeding treatments be even more easy and without complications. Take care.
Hi Sylvia and Mary,
I am not much into cooking but I am really beginning to get more careful of what I eat. I am sending pics and info of the anti-cancer food that are abundant to us and hopefully you find them somewhere in your local markets. Here, we dont have much berries or apricots, and if ever i see them, they are usually processed with lots of sugar content. Occasionally we find raw nuts like Kirkland walnuts and almonds but they are expensive just like maybe as expensive as when you find virgin coconut oil and coconut drinks in your areas.
Sometimes this is what I do. I try to research for the health benefits and vitamins contents of a particular food like for example, brocolli, and try to compare it and match with our own local veggies, like okra or lady finger. Brocolli is scarce here and very expensive like ten times more than okra, but they have almost equivalent vitamins, if not better. Same is true with your lemon and our kalamansi (lime) which according to some studies offer more benefits.
I wish there's an available book with tables or charts where you can compare Western, Asian, Mediterranean, African, and other regional food by categories so that we will know what available replacements we may have at locally... Maybe we can become book authors on this... Lol! What more if we can become sources/suppliers with the proper logistics and distribution channels to these food alternatives that will supply our local markets and restaurants. Just a wild idea.
Btw, here's the info about kalamansi or tropical lime and the kamias or bilimbi fruit...
Health Benefits of Calamansi
The lime is the smallest and probably most widely used fruit amongst the family of citrus. Lime comes from Southeast Asia. The name is of Arabic origin and it is believed that the Arabs most likely introduced it into India and Persia from where it was taken to Europe. Today it is cultivated in many tropical countries such as Florida, Brazil, Mexico and Egypt.
The lime is a small citrus fruit, like a small orange, with skin and flesh that are green in color. The pulp of the lime taste sour, and the fruit contains twice the amount of juice as the yellow, larger lemon. The juice, as a drink, makes one of the best thirst-quenchers. The acid content of lime is known to slow down the oxidation of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, thus preventing discoloration and acting as a preservative.
Nutritive Values: Per 100 gm.
Vitamin B: Thiamine .04 mg;
Riboflavin: trace
Niacin: .1 mg
Vitamin C: 27 mg.
Calcium: 40 mg.
Iron: 6 mg.
Phosphorus: 22 mg.
Fat: .1 gm
Protein: .8 gm
Calories: 37
Health Benefits:
Lime contains by far more vitamin C than the lemon. A glass of warm water with lime juice and a teaspoonful of honey is an ideal remedy for cold and dry cough.
Lime juice is a pep-up in cases of listlessness and a rundown feeling due to vitamin deficiency.
The pectin content in fruit pulp is said to be beneficial in lowering blood cholesterol.
The vitamin C content in lime increases the body's resistance to disease, aids the healing of wounds and prevents damage to the eyes.
Vitamin C is also helpful in maintaining the health of the teeth and other bones of the body. It prevents decay and loosening of the teeth, dental caries, toothache, bleeding of the gums and fragility of bones.
The rind of the fruit also has medicinal properties. It contains a volatile oil which is used in medicine for improving digestion and removing wind
Lime is considered highly beneficial in the treatment of digestive disorders.
The lime juice is of great value in constipation, when it is taken first thing in the morning in a glass of warm water.
The citric acid in limes has an alkaline reaction in the system which can relieve peptic ulcers.
Few drops of warm lime-juice diluted with water should be instilled in the eyes in case of conjunctivitis. Its regular use with pure rose water in the ratio of 1:4 is helpful in preventing old-age cataract.
Lime juice diluted in warm water was proven valuable in cystitis. It gives relief to burning sensation and also stops bleeding in cystitis.
The lime juice is also excellent for weight reduction. Fresh juice' of a lime mixed in a glassful of water and sweetened with honey should be taken every morning on empty stomach in case of obesity.
Lime contain limonene, this phytochemical are potent detoxifiers with anti-biotic effect that is protective against bacterial poisoning.
The potent anti-viral properties in lime can kill cholera bacilli within a very short period of time. Drink one part juice and one part water regularly.
Lemon peels when rub on dry or scaly skin can restore softness and add moisture to the skin...
Health Benefits
Bilimbi or scientifically known as Averrhoa Bilimbi have dozens of native names. It is widely called as cucumber tree or tree sorrel in English but the tree itself is native to most tropical countries. Filipinos generally called it "kamias" and it is a widely known tree that can be found in most house backyards.
Bilimbi is a fruit-bearing tree from the genus averrhoa plant family, a close relative of carambola. Bilimbi fruit are used in many medicinal purposes because of its high acidic properties. It is also used as a sweetener for various local and international cuisines such as the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Argentina and many others.
Below are the vitamins and nutrients found in a bilimbi fruit:
*Protein, Fiber, Phosphorous, Iron, Calcium, Carotene
*Ascorbic acid (vitamin C), Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamine
In the Philippines, the leaves of bilimbi tree are used as a treatment relief for skin itches, swellings of mumps and rheumatism. It can also be a good alternative remedy for insect and animal bites. Infused leaf of bilimbi can be used for cough while leaf decoction can give soothe to rectal inflammation.
Preserved bilimbi fruit can also be used for treatment of beri-beri, fever and alleviate internal hemorrhoids. It's very effective in different viral infections because of its high ascorbic acid content which also strengthens the immune system.
In India, bilimbi fruit are used in folk medicine to fight obesity. Experts believe that the fruit's anti-hyperlipidemic properties mainly constitutes of its ability to prevent weight gain. Plus, like any other fruits, it contains antioxidants that prevent free radicals from invading our bodies. As you know, free radicals cause various cancer diseases.
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Calamansi or Kalamansi
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Kamias or Bilimbi Fruit
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Hi Sylvia, Maryna and every one,
I am now in Tasmania - it is a very interesting place - wild and beautiful with blue green ocean and white sand. We try to do as much hiking as possible - some are longer than others.
We were rather unfortunate to have experienced the massive earthquake in New Zealand - we were only about 40 kilometres from the epicentre- it was quite frightening. We had to change our travel plans because of road closures. The earthquake was 7.8 and the initial shake lasted close to 3 full minutes - it was definitely a real life challenge in how to remain grounded when the earth underneath is shaking up and down and from side to side. The after shocks were quite something - there were close to 300 of them and some of them were over 6 on the Richter scale.
New Zealand is a fabulous country - the people are lovely, and we had a great time inspite of the earth moving experience. We also had the opportunity to see Christchurch which is still very much like a war zone after the 2011 earthquake.
I have been reading the posts, but I only have my iPad with me , and it is not the best for typing.
Will try to post a couple of photos of our travels.
Best Wishes to everyone.
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here are a few photos of Tasmania
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