I changed my life after my cancer diagnosis. I was fortunate to receive several months of counseling on changes I could incorporate into my daily routine that could possibly help with my survival post chemo and I took this information to heart. I made numerous dietary changes, no red meat, no meat containing nitrates, increased my vegetable and fruit intake and lessened my dairy. I started taking 2000 IU of Vitamin D3 daily along with a capsule of fruit pectin my holistic sister in-law encouraged me to take. I have to admit , I smiled at this , but seven years later I still take it and appreciate her thoughtfulness. Although I have always been a walker, I increased that activity and I wear a pedometer everyday. Nothing fancy, just a fifteen dollar pedometer to keep track of my steps. I set goals ,and now walk two to four miles daily. Bad weather? I move the car out of the garage and do my steps there, or down the hallways of my house. I try to cut down on the sweets, less sugar, and the salt. Lessening the salt has been much easier than lessening that dang sugar though.
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MarcieB asked a questionBreast Cancer
Long time survivor tips?
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Whitey61
4 days agoyrs since diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer, initially given 3-6 months terminal prognosis...fooled them!..no response to any conventional treatment., Had my tumor Genetically Sequenced at Foundation medicine and matched me to effective treatment with checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy.. currently after 50 Infusions over 5 yrs in complete durable remission NED, I supplement with Vitamin D, calcium, eat healthy and treat myself often, i stay active, started my own business after early retirement, advocate and travel the world for several Biotechnology and Cancer Foundations speaking on Genetics and Immunotherapy, all this just keeps me going..God Bless you all.
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MarcieB asked a questionBreast Cancer
Anyone want to join me?
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LiveWithCancer
3 months agoI wish I had seen this before 11:50 PM, but I was thinking and praying for Greg and Donna and the doctors throughout the day. They remain in my prayers as treatment decisions are made.
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