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Foods and TX
Why is it when a person is on chemo for cancer they are encourged to take lots of antioxadants and vitamins and herbs to lesson the sx,BUT when taking chemo for hep c we are told to advoid herbs and stuff...me myself an I thing its ok to be careful when taking "nutrients"while on the combo tx,BUT again,i think sometimes it may blown out of proportion...i wish i knew why the disparancies (spelling) in the two treatments?.i think th milk thistle is one that sholud not be used while on tx...better safe than sorry...anyone have a cool list of foods and stuff to take while on tx...i believe in making tx less taxing on our body by eatin the best foods possible.
My naturopath had me on strong folic acid PRIOR to treatment but told me to cut it out when I started the treatment. Still taking a multi-vitamin powder (WITHOUT IRON) and I'm juicing every other day. I've got the apha-lipoic acid, selenium and etc, but just choose not to do it every day - I read one post where someone had to cut down on selenium and Vit E and this restabilised his bloods so I guess we all have to be careful.
I'm not eating red meat or dairy(apart from acidopholous yoghurt), but keep the protein up with chicken, fish, eggs and (very occasionally) a protein drink and heps of veges. I do have a homeopathic remedy which I like to take 3 times a day, and while the nurse said it was okay, it's alchohol based, so I've cut it right back.
I think, apart from basic Vitamins, the Specialists haven't got any research on effects of particular supplements so err on the side of caution and keep an eye on your own blood tests too.
Comeagain: the forgiveness bit - I was told to say out loud "I forgive you and let it go", even when I felt in my heart that I couldn't forgive the person. It apparently starts the process so that the self-destructs start to dissipate; it has really helped with me and I some of the good memories are coming in rather than the hate hates. Once you say the forgive phrase, just let it go and don't think about it; if you do start thinking, say the phrase again, whether you believe in it or not. It gives you breathing time :-).
Chicken soup is my personal love if I'm feeling to low - if you get the energy, make a big lot and freeze it in little lots.
I'm not eating red meat or dairy(apart from acidopholous yoghurt), but keep the protein up with chicken, fish, eggs and (very occasionally) a protein drink and heps of veges. I do have a homeopathic remedy which I like to take 3 times a day, and while the nurse said it was okay, it's alchohol based, so I've cut it right back.
I think, apart from basic Vitamins, the Specialists haven't got any research on effects of particular supplements so err on the side of caution and keep an eye on your own blood tests too.
Comeagain: the forgiveness bit - I was told to say out loud "I forgive you and let it go", even when I felt in my heart that I couldn't forgive the person. It apparently starts the process so that the self-destructs start to dissipate; it has really helped with me and I some of the good memories are coming in rather than the hate hates. Once you say the forgive phrase, just let it go and don't think about it; if you do start thinking, say the phrase again, whether you believe in it or not. It gives you breathing time :-).
Chicken soup is my personal love if I'm feeling to low - if you get the energy, make a big lot and freeze it in little lots.
Ive been takin the green powder called Greens Rx....the ingredients are simple and dont conflict with tx drugs,also i find its the champagne of green drinks....best on the planet...do a google on it...try taking a good organic whey powder to keep on the muscle....i love Harmonizd Protien made by A company called Progressive,you will have to google this your self as this site dont like anyone posting the actual sites selling stuff which i understand.
Thanks again! That one particularly hit home.
Now that we have a social, "off topic forum", you can probably post your prayers over there with the 'blessings' of MH :) Those not interested can simply not read the threads but of course they will be the first to read and comment :)
-- Jim
Now that we have a social, "off topic forum", you can probably post your prayers over there with the 'blessings' of MH :) Those not interested can simply not read the threads but of course they will be the first to read and comment :)
-- Jim
Just started TX Monday and can't hardly keep anything down (most liquids if they are light are ok). I used to make my own fresh green drinks, but don't have the energy...at least not to keep it up on a daily basis right now. Can you suggest a good green powder...SX aside, I KNOW I need some nutrients. If I could at least do a shot of green, I wouldn't be starving my body for nutrients while I am poisoning it! Plus, shouldn't it help with toxins? Also, my brain is not working quite right...when you listed Alfalfa Sprout Composition, were you referring to the nutritional value of regular old alfalfa spouts? Right now its just what I can get/keep down, but I don't want to make things harder on my body than they are...and eating tons of vegies is not an option yet.
Only 3 more!!! I'm so jealous. You need a big old break from all this and very soon you will be yelling SVR SVR SVR. Chicken sandwich YUMMY
Trin
Trin
I like my riba and toxic waste with a chicken sandwich. Gonna go open my very last box of peginteron, and have some with a side of procrit. Only 3 more after this!!!
oboy amen!
thx for that prayer really needed it
Have felt bitter towards other people recently, after a while it goes back at my self, and I`ve ended up in very lousy mood and this meds doesn´t make it any better as you probably know.
And I was thinking the only thing that can take me away from this terrible state of mind, is if I somehow can be able to land in some kind of forgivness.
ty and oboy!!
ca
thx for that prayer really needed it
Have felt bitter towards other people recently, after a while it goes back at my self, and I`ve ended up in very lousy mood and this meds doesn´t make it any better as you probably know.
And I was thinking the only thing that can take me away from this terrible state of mind, is if I somehow can be able to land in some kind of forgivness.
ty and oboy!!
ca
Let everyone keep in mind, Christianity is just one of many faiths. What some find consoling may be very offensive to others. Personally, I have no preference, but we are diverse in our beliefs, and there is a time and place for those views.
Trin
Trin
I'm going to make a toaster pastry, drink a cup of Starbuck's decaf - eat two riba pills followed by an injection to toxic waste. Sinfully delicious!!
Hey - everyone is entitled to their choice of --- or not of ---- belief.
When someone expresses something - such as a view on religion - drugs - preferences for blonds, brunettes, raven-haired, red heads ---- each person must choose for themselves whether that expression works for 'them'.
I don't give anyone grief unless they are trying to HURT someone -- then grief is deserved.
Personally - I prefer an expression of kindness and humbleness - vs. outright aggressive anger.
Please be kind to everyone folks. We ALL need each other. We don't have to agree on everything - but we are bonded by this virus --- and getting along will surely be our survival instead of our destruction.
Meki
When someone expresses something - such as a view on religion - drugs - preferences for blonds, brunettes, raven-haired, red heads ---- each person must choose for themselves whether that expression works for 'them'.
I don't give anyone grief unless they are trying to HURT someone -- then grief is deserved.
Personally - I prefer an expression of kindness and humbleness - vs. outright aggressive anger.
Please be kind to everyone folks. We ALL need each other. We don't have to agree on everything - but we are bonded by this virus --- and getting along will surely be our survival instead of our destruction.
Meki
You can actually get broccoli extract now....they say it kills cancer cells...did you all know most pharma drugs are made from plants and herbs....i wouldnt be suprised if combo tx drugs were made from a local roadside weed.
I feel it too and its making the hairs on my neck stand up - NOT in a good way.
jd
jd
During cancer chemo most patients are encouraged to ingest calories any way they can. Nobody much cares what food you eat, the point is to take in nourishment and keep it down. That's complicated enough!!!
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