June 24, 2011
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In 1811, Frances Burney undergoes a mastectomy in France. Her experience is recorded in a letter to her sister. Although a bit gruesome and heart wrenching, her courage and her ability to withstand the pain is inspiring. With only a glass … Continue reading
March 10, 2011
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Cancer societies are backed by Drug Companies, and Cancer Societies use women’s stories to lobby for funding for drugs. Women around the world are demanding the right for the drug Herceptin. The new drug that will cure breast cancer! … Continue reading
September 10, 2010
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B Vitamins fight cancer. I have been taking a B vitamin complex since completing chemo in 2005. I also consume foods high in Vitamin B’s. Even though I take supplements, I make sure I get my B’s in a natural … Continue reading
July 9, 2010
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Homemade salad dressing is medicinal. Here is a recipe that gives you the right kind of oils and fats. You can customize your dressing with flavours that add enzymes, good bacteria and antioxidants. Basic Salad Dressing Recipe Put all the … Continue reading
July 2, 2010
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Yesterday I had dinner (Pad Thai) with my old friend Stella. I was surprised when she said that she thought I was obsessed with healthy food and that I follow a very strict diet. I don’t feel that I am … Continue reading
June 18, 2010
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Brain Damage Chemo brain is real. The chemo drugs damage your brain and this is very frightening to those of us affected. Your brain actually shrinks. The little research that has been done is enough to prove that chemo affects … Continue reading
May 3, 2010
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Why I make my own: I am a small size, and I don’t like most of the styles of mastectomy bras, and I can hardly even find any. What you need: A bra Buy one that has cups large enough … Continue reading
April 12, 2010
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Here is an interesting graph from Snake Oil. The higher the bubble on the graph, the more proof has been found that it works to fight the medical condition indicated on the bubble. The bigger the bubble, the more it … Continue reading
February 8, 2010
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I had radiation after chemo and surgery. I struggled to decide whether or not to get radiation. The radiologists all swore that it was essential. I read many so-called facts. Many said it increased survival by a couple percentages. Not … Continue reading
January 26, 2010
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I took these nutrients during chemo: Fish oil 2000 – fights chemo brain vitamin A 20,000 Beta Carotene – (except if on 5-Flouroucacil) b6 50 vitamin c 4000 vitamin d – 2000 ius vitamin e 400 zinc 50 selenium 200 … Continue reading
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