tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5650979411395789660.post7555209502653925001..comments2023-12-24T06:06:51.548+08:00Comments on Shin's Cancer Blog: What Cancer Has Taught MeShinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12174401097883054144noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5650979411395789660.post-28469344520077629182008-05-08T01:48:00.000+08:002008-05-08T01:48:00.000+08:00Dear anonymous re: granduncle with oesophageal can...Dear anonymous re: granduncle with oesophageal cancer,<BR/><BR/>After I was first diagnosed with cancer, I did a lot of research on nutrition. As a result, I went on a strict diet, cutting out meat, dairy, eggs, sugar, caffeine, alcohol, and most processed food. I also took a number of health supplements and started exercising regularly. <BR/><BR/>I felt healthier, stronger, and suffered almost no side effects from the chemo and radiation treatments. <BR/><BR/>But my cancer came back less than a year after my treatment ended. That would lead most people to conclude that my special diet did no good. I don't think that's the case. <BR/><BR/>I recently began eating meat, dairy, and sugar again because I lost too much weight. I've now stabilized my weight and am slowly moving back to my earlier, healthier diet. <BR/><BR/>I can't really tell you whether your granduncle should go on a special cancer diet or keep enjoying whatever foods he likes. I think each patient is different. But, in general, I'd say any diet rich in vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and seeds is healthier than meat, dairy, and sugar, whether you have cancer or not.<BR/><BR/>Maybe this earlier Blog post, <A HREF="http://shinscancerblog.blogspot.com/2008/03/what-causes-cancer.html" REL="nofollow">"What Causes Cancer"</A> has some information that might be useful to you.<BR/><BR/>Don't let the statistics you read on the Internet scare you. According to the statistics, I should be dead by now. <BR/><BR/>Don't underestimate the power of unmeasurable weapons in the fight against cancer: inner strength, will to live, positive outlook, support of loved ones, faith. I know none of these will cure cancer, but they're a powerful aid in the patient's ability to withstand the emotional stress and mental breakdown that often accompany cancer. <BR/><BR/>I wish for your granduncle, you, and your family to find strength in yourselves and in each other. <BR/><BR/>If you can, please write again to let me know how he's doing and how you're doing.Shinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12174401097883054144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5650979411395789660.post-3322069035689426532008-05-08T00:14:00.000+08:002008-05-08T00:14:00.000+08:00Hi Shin,Everytime I read your blog, I feel amazed ...Hi Shin,<BR/><BR/>Everytime I read your blog, I feel amazed by your willpower to live and cheerfulness despite it all.<BR/><BR/>My granduncle has recently been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer, and while I was told it was the early stages, internet readings shows unfavourable prognosis and survival rates.<BR/><BR/>I hope you've some tips on food and nutrition towards coping with this disease, as I've heard it has been draining to his health at his age. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5650979411395789660.post-26573984277365010092008-05-07T00:12:00.000+08:002008-05-07T00:12:00.000+08:00Hey Shin, truly touching.. When I think about it, ...Hey Shin, truly touching.. When I think about it, you are right. I do learn from strong-willed people like you. I wish you all the best on your recovery!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com