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I would not disagree with his nutritionist though I do not recommend the same. I am assuming that his adviser has explained to him about the importance of getting all sugar out of his diet. And to eat foods high in nutrients. There is a company called Garden of Life that carries whole food products especially good for bolstering the body during its battle with cancer. Also - a company called Standard Process - also whole food supplements. I do not recommend synthetic supplements. If you need more suggestions please contact me. Blessings and peace, Nancy

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Sharonspirit

I would be interested in hearing what you did for your brother-in-law. My partner has just been diagnosed and it has spread to his liver. We still don't know what path to take (i.e., radiation, chemo) - still waiting for the doctors to meet with us. I would be interested in diet information.

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NancyC_S

I have helped many people by advising on diet and nutriton. It is useful to eat mindfully whether or not a person decides to go with the conventional treatment or with alternatives. Getting all sugar out of the diet is foremost. A little raw honey is ok. Eat fruits and vegetables. Organic when possible. All prepackaged food should be avoided. There are many many things to avoid and many to eat daily. It is important to have a nutrition consultant. There is probably one near you. If you are unable to find one let me know. ncs@nancysonnier.com Please put 'cancer compass' in the subject line. Supplements are important but should be whole food supplements. Try to avoid all synthetics. Good company is Garden of Life. Or Standard Process. Most healthfood stores can show you what is being used to boost the immune system. Your best weapon is knowledge. Read read read. Blessings and Peace, NCS

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Kellie

Nancy - From what I've read, you assisted your brother-in-law with a guide on nutritional supplements and diet when he had esophageal cancer. My mother-in-law was just treated with chemo and radiation and unfortunately, we were told that there is nothing else that can be done. Any guidance or assistance would be very much appreciated. Thank you! Kellie

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Omshanti

Hi, I would be interested in the nutritional information that you were able to share that could help with this type of cancer (esophagus)and any other alternative treatments that you have heard of for people whose cancer is inoperable. Thank you

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Cynforray

Just found this site today - wow! Jan '05 my brother (age 51)was diagnosed with s.IV adeno EC. Started in stomach, metast'd into esoph, lymph, plus many nodes all around area. 1st rad did nothing. Several cycles of chemo stopped growth but when it came back, it had spread to liver, kidney, and bone (shoulders, spine, hip). (I'll withold my ire for the med and insur systems for another discussion...) Just finished a round of rad for pain mgmt only. Prognosis is another month, tho he has outpaced all predicitons, so who knows? Pain is the current issue, otherwise he's struggling but managing. He recently moved in with us in NC (from MD) and I want to help him every way I can. A key area of importance to him is nutrition. He has limited but adequate ability to eat by mouth, with lower-intestine feeding tube as backup. He'd like a diet for enhancing further treatment and Q-of-Life. Has a terrible sweet tooth, and trouble getting sufficient hydration (water doesn't go down). Also needs to rebuild strength - mobility - endurance, etc. I would love and so much appreciate any direction you can offer. Also, recommended reading would be great, as would advice on finding a "focused" local specialist. Thank you - all of you - so much.

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Teemarie

Hi, My husband will be going through chemo as a followup treatment to the esophagectomy/thoracotomy he recently had. What did you find that was successful for nutritional supplements for your brother-in-law? Thanks Terry

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Hpatricia

Please send me some information on this type of nutritional support. My husband has gastric adenocarcinoma. Thank you so much.

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Antonette

On 2/17/2004 Nancy C. S. wrote:

Donna - I would be glad to let you know what I did for my brother in law when he was battling Esophegeal cancer. I helped him to keep his body strong and we adjusted his diet to rid it of all things that fed the cancer and weakened his system. email me if you would like details. Nancy S.

Nancy - I know this post is old...however, I would really like to know your opinion on nutrition and supplments for this disease. I hope your brother-in-law is still doing well. My dad has been battling this disease for 2 years with chemo and radiation. Now his body, which was so strong at the beginning, has been reduced to almost a shell - however, he has a strong will and I was able to convince him to try zeolite drops (a detox) - which he started a few days ago. I'd appreciate any advice... Thanks Nancy,

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den4040

On 2/13/2004 Nancy C. S. wrote:

Sue -
My brother in law had esophageal cancer and was treated with chemo and radiation. I am a certified nutritionist and helped him with diet and nutritional supplements. I would be glad to tell you what he did. He is cancer free now after being told he had 6 months to a year.

dear nancy, i have esophageal cancer and i am trying to decide wether to have surgery at the moment.i did have cells escape and settle on my liver but these have gone now.i have had 4 rounds of chemo and have also been taking about 30 apricot kernels a day plus orange,lemon and grapefruit juice in the morning,carrot and broccoli in the afternoon and also flax oil,co enzyme q.10 and garlic and goji juice.the tumour has shrunk but i dont know if this is because of the chemo,diet or both and really dont know what to do ,have the surgery or carry on with the diet,its a bit of a gamble.any advice would be greatly appreciated.thanks alot,den

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