Latest Nutritional Concerns discussions http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/after-treatment/nutritional-concerns/1,0,120,79.htm Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ Has anyone heard of essiac tea which is supposed to help prevent cancer and can reverse cancer that someone already has. This web site was sent to me and I am interested but not sure if we should try it. My husband has glioblastome multiforme grade 4 with regrowth 3 months after first resection.   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,23714,0.htm CSM51 Sat, 03 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Good morning all. For those of you who are on a feeding tube or have a loved one on one, please tell me a little about the experience. Can you be too weak to go on the feeding tube? Is the stomach tube better or worse than the nasal tube? How long does the procedure take and is it very involved? How and when are feedings done and is the process very intrusive?My mother is about to be discharged from the hospital (Stage IV lung cancer metastasized to the spine at this point) and her doctor wants her to go on hospice. She never had a chance for a second opinion because her oncologist kept lying about her progress and then delaying her release from the hospital when we insisted on getting her to another hospital for a second opinion. Apparently, after he originally tried to get us to put her on hospice in February (which she personally declined), he decided to treat her hospital stay like she was on hospice and not do anything for her nutrition wise except Megace and an IV. They would bring her three meals per day, but she was so heavily medicated that she couldn’t stay awake and eat if she wanted to. So, she is at a point where she has zero interest in eating and is heavily medicated. If we coach and nag her, she might eat a bite of something a couple of times per day or she will eat an Ensure pudding. So, she is very weak. When she’s discharged we’re thinking of taking her to the emergency room of the local research hospital/comprehensive cancer center for a final desperate attempt at having someone else look at her.  Any advice would be appreciated.   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,23702,0.htm bensisco Sat, 03 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT My father approx 1.5 years ago dx with stage 4 colon cancer with mets to liver and bladder.  He had colon resection and bladder tumor resected.  He tried chemo therapy on the liver mets without success.  He weighed 133 lbs when resection done and through lots of ensure and pushing from my mother his wt increased to 154 lbs over the 1.5 years.  I know that his cancer has most likely metastized all over the place.  He actually got along great up until a month ago.  He now has tried megace without it helping.  He has decreased to 143 lbs now and although he is content with letting the cancer end his life I do not wanting him to waste away.  Has anyone had a family member or used themselves Marinol to increase appetite and has it worked?ThanksDon http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19201,0.htm Fishingdon Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT My father 74, has pancreatic cancer, started chemo and tarceva pills 2 weeks ago.  within the last 6 months he has lost 40 pds and weighs 129pds.  The doctor gave him pills to increase his appetite and he's also taking something for nausea.  He has been eating much better and not so much nausea in which I am so happy about!..My problem is- I get confused on all the information I get regarding food and what's best for them.  It all starts to sound like everything is bad for you or causes cancer.  THey say  that protein is good for you but no red meats, then I hear fish is wonderful as specially fresh fish but no processed meats..those are bad..so I gather that the only meat you should eat is chicken and fish??  Also, nothing white is good. for example, no rice, no white potatoe, no bread, no mash potatoe.  But, I hear sweet potatoe is very good for cancer patients.  and, whole grain bread is good, but not whole wheat or white.  Reason is that Sugar is really bad for cancer patients cause it feeds the cancer!(horrible visual, isn't it?)  See and all this white food turns into sugar as it breaks down in your body.  Then I hear veg and fruit is good for you.  Then I hear not too much fruit because that also breaks into sugars if you have too much.  and how about dairy products?.. I believe that is good for you in moderation, but, milk makes my father sick and cheese bloats him.  He loves ice-cream but is unable to eat that anymore.  Poor guy, if I were him I would lose my appetite too with all these rules and confusion after you're done trying to figure it all out it's time to take a nap and me too! Help....anybody with some easy to follow info?  I'm desperate for some information I could follow..like the good ol days!  Or just any answers to my confusion.  THankyou so much for taking the time to read my post.Susana http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18917,0.htm DaddysGrl Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT I have been reading the many posts on this website and find all of them very informative. I am however confused about sugar and protein in a cancer patients diet. My mother has just started chemo and the doctors have told her to eat whatever she wants at this point. From what I am reading she should absolutely stay away from sugar and protein as it encourages the cancer cells to grow. Is this true? What would you tell her to eat? Should she also stay away from fruit because of the sugar content? Please help, this is so new to all of us and we just want to do what is best for her. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18317,0.htm teach4261 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT I used to have skin cancer. I used a salve on it and now I eat the protein bars from chocolaterave.comI am healthier now than ever and I am cancer free! http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18300,0.htm healthynow Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hi, I'm Dee.  I had my right kidney removed in 2002 on my 42nd birthday and no other treatment taken.  On the 4th anniversay cat scan, it appeared that I had mets in both sides of my lungs in the hilar lymph nodes and my one remaining adrenal gland.  The pathology was evasive and for nearly a year I went thru a thorachotemy, and 3 endoscopic procedures to try to get a biopsy.  Finally a Dr. from Hopkins went out on a limb and gave me a diagnosis of RCC so I could get approval via my insurance company for treatment.  After two cycles, a cat scan revealed no new growth in the right, slight shrinkage in the left and extensive shrinkage in the adrenal gland.  Side effects have not been nearly as bad thus far, as others have mentioned.  Heartburn has been taken care of with prilosec OTC.  Diahrhea is toward the end of the cycle and I have been using immodium.  My problem may be a unique one.  I am a compulsive overeater so weight loss would not be the worse thing for me. What I'd like to know what are the least reactive healthy foods to eat?  Does the new yogerts with Activa help?  Thanks for any suggestions you can make.Dee http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,17306,0.htm Deeden Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT I'm sorry, I don't mean to sound negative, and maybe no one will ever read this, but I hate to see multi-level marketing sharks preying on people in need. I study nutrition pretty actively, and products like Reliv should always raise a red flag. Anything sold through multi-level marketing should raise a red flag, in fact. I can point anyone here to a dozen or more products that make the exact same claims as Reliv. They all have testimonies of people with "Amazing results!" Everyone has a relative that overcame cancer or diabetes or some other terrible illness while taking some kind of supplement. I can show you a bout as many companies that have been sued into oblivion or filed for bankruptcy. There are always so many claims and testimonies, but what it boils down to is this- Nutrition is important, and we should all strive to eat right. One supplement is not enough to supply the cell with everything it needs all the time. Digestion is a drawn out process. Taking a magic shake once a day is not enough to cure cancer, I'm sorry. People just need to accept that these miracle claims, even if someone can produce a personal testimony, are flimsy at best. I've been to the meetings, and I'm just not convinced. I've had relatives with cancer, and they've gotten over it on ice cream and McDonald's. Does that mean McDonald's have a secret formula that we don't know about? People, don't let personal testimony be your deciding factor. People say a lot of things.  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,17191,0.htm called2serve249 Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT March 2007I would like to share my experience with as many people as possible.I had cancer of the bowel and 8 major operations over 15 years and suffered from complications with adhesions (scar tissue) and diabetes. Having tried many alternative natural products over 20 years, I had nearly resigned myself to my poor quality of life. At the beginning of the year my friend Mike Osman, introduced me to FUCOIDAN, which is a natural extract of brown seaweed, known for providing benefits to the human body for hundreds of years. The effect was immediate and changed my whole way of life. The abdominal pains receded, the digestion of food improved and my blood sugars started to reduce and are now better controlled than ever), previously my blood sugars averaged over 13 (normal blood sugars are about 4 or 5) and they are now averaging under 10 within 6 weeks of taking the FUCOIDAN. FUCOIDAN has the reputation of causing cancer cells to self destruct and to strengthen and produce healthy white blood cells. In the Countries where FUCOIDAN is taken daily (1gramme per day), the incidence of cancer is very small compared to the rest of the World where FUCOIDAN is NOT taken. In addition, it can also, boost, regulate and maintain the immune system. Extremely positive results have been experienced for any condition, such as M.E. where the immune system is under performing (many common ailments are just as a result of this.)The fact that I am in control now (whereas previously, my poor health controlled me,) means everything to me and my family.As well as all these things, my stamina and energy levels are much higher and I have a spring in my step, which has not been there for many years. It has other properties as well, but the most important thing, is how the FUCOIDAN is absorbed into the body. The product I have been using, includes the FUCOIDAN in a unique, matrix based, natural fibre suspension gel, which is perfect for this product and the others produced by the same Company.Whilst it is early days yet, I am convinced that the above improvements are as a direct result of taking the “UMI”. I believe that life is about enjoyment and without your health, you have nothing. If you can achieve an improvement in your quality of life after,  like me, you have been suffering and where conventional medicine is treating the symptoms and not the cause of your illness, better health means more than anything else in life.. If you do a "Google" search for Fucoidan, there are loads of references and case studies on Fucoidan and how it helps the human body and where those that take Fucoidan every day benefit from it.I hope this helps.  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,14999,0.htm Steveso451zx Sun, 05 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT I am a breast cancer survivor, coming up on 5 years.  I am about 120 pounds overweight.  My daughter is trying to talk me into gastric bypass.  I have heard all the pros and cons but my concern is as a breast cancer survivor would I be taking a chance of making the cancer spread or is that just an old rumor. "Once they cut you open it spreads all over." http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,14773,0.htm Igahmah Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT Cancer treatment by radiation and anticancer drugs reduces inherent antioxidants and induces oxidative stress, which increases with disease progression. While clinical studies on the effect of anti-oxidants in modulating cancer treatment are limited in number and size, experimental studies show that antioxidant vitamins and some herbs selectively induce apoptosis (cell death) in cancer cells but not in normal cells and prevent angiogenesis and metastatic spread, suggesting a potential role for antioxidants as adjuvants in cancer therapy. Reishi has been shown to suppress cell adhesion and cell migration of highly invasive breast and prostate cancer cells, suggesting its potency to reduce tumor invasiveness. <p>Accumulation of excess free radicals causing oxidative damage to cells is one of the contributing factors in ageing and has been implicated in many diseases, including cancer. The human immune system and antioxidant activity becomes weaker and less efficient with age; this reduced effectiveness helps to explain the rising incidence of cancer and life threatening infections in older people. It is thought antioxidant supplements could help to maintain bodily processes and prevent a significant number of degenerative diseases, especially those of the immune, cardiovascular and liver functions. Indeed, antioxidant supplementation has shown a remarkable ability to forestall age related changes to the immune system and even reverse many aspects of immune function in subjects with damaged immune functions.http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/529356/ http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,14152,0.htm Gdpawel Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT "Nutrition and Cancer: State of the Art will save countless lives and reduce needless suffering by bringing the latest health advances to the attention of both health professionals and the public. Here, many readers will find the precise information that will be life-saving to them. This vital information may also serve humanity in a manner not directly intended by Dr. Goodman."Richard A. Passwater, Ph. D. Berlin, Maryland USA.http://www.drsgoodman.com/nutrition_cancer.php   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,14151,0.htm Gdpawel Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hi Everyone Has anyone done apples to apples on the products ensure and reliv, if so what do you think of the two, is there a difference.Thanks  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,13800,0.htm September6490 Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT URGENT! If you are an American and wish to record your opposition to the "Revitilization Act" it must be done before midnight Sunday April 29th. It can be done through the following website http://www.lef.org/featured-articles/consumer_alert_042707.h Shemay http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,11675,0.htm Shemay Sun, 29 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT My Mother- in - Law  will not eat solid Food, soups,etc. once in awhile she  may eat a half a slice of pizza.  She suppose to  drink  Ensure plus 6 per day shes been getting better with that, but she rarely drinks water and she doesnt think she needs to take her medicine that helps increase her appetite. she has had to have 3 blood transfusions  and has had to delay last weeks chemo treatment plus two others  do to weight loss. she wakes up during the night asking if the kids are still sleeping, we have know kids here, last week about 1:30 am I heard alot of noise comming from her room when i went to check on her  she had taken all the pictures off her bedroom wall ,cleared her nightstands and was moving them to the hallway I asked her what she was doing and she said she was moving this stuff out because they aneeded room for the new bed. she has nsclc. her doctor says shes fine, Are  these common side affects of chemo ? am I worring to much? Thankful for any suggestions Thanks for listening....Lisa  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,9874,0.htm Grandmalisax3 Sun, 25 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT My husband has been on lupron injections since 2003--his last psa was0.06 however has gainedabout 30 lbs mostley in abdoman--with every injection he gains more weight--he also has blood clots in leg-as of today,he has starteda weight loss program with St.Joseph Health Management-my concer is the diet itself : 6 shakes-1 entree-8 glasses of water-2vitamins-1 potassium pill----he also takes meds for blood pressure,and cumadin for clots----the program he is on is allowing 800 cal. a day--he will be medically supervised---my concern is will this strict diet cause more health problems or make his psa go up..Does anyone have any advise or has anyone experienced this situation.Thank you   Rose http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,9421,0.htm Bernardette Tue, 06 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT Does anyone have any suggestions what I can give my husband to eat?He is 72 with colon cancer that has metastasised to liver, and is being treated with FOLFOX.  His diet should be low fibre and low residue.  I know he should not have milk (leaves residue), animal fat, wholegrain/what anything, pulses, pork, any though meat, any fruit or vegetables other than carrots and peeled potatoes and some canned fruits.  He CAN have yogurt, chicken, some fish, clear soup (?) etc, plain biscuits (I'm English so that means cookies!). I can't believe it is good for him to have such a restricted diet.  Does anyone know of any other vegetable that he could possibly eat, or any interesting menus that don't involve vegetables? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,8803,0.htm Worriedwife1 Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT I had a 'whipple' done in Sept. 2004. they were unable to connect the small intestine to the pancreas. I have been doing well except for "dumping syndorome", abdominal distention from excessive gas formation and diarrhea. Interested in nutritional recommendations and number of meals to help control this. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,8126,0.htm Woodworker Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT hi i'm sam and my dad has glioblastoma grade 4 , i was wondering if there is any type of nutrition that is good for the body to help better my father. anything from juices to drink to friut to eat anything.. please help thanks daddysgirl4eva http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,8089,0.htm Daddysgirl4eva Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT 33 years ago, age 17 I had ovarian cancer. Had lots of radiation for months. Now, my intestines are full of scar tissue and I can't eat. I drink Boost and can tolerate some soups. Is there anyone out there with a similar situation as mine? I feel so alone, my social life is falling apart. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,7414,0.htm Julfool Mon, 23 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT I thought I might ask some of the "experts" out here what foods are good for someone who is struggling with GBM Grade 4 brain tumor. My father-in-law was diagnosed just two weeks ago, he starts radiation next week and Chemo the following. Unfortunately they had to treat a Staph infection first. Anything on foods that heal would be wonderful! Thank you and I'm sending warm thoughts for everyone! Danielle http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,7281,0.htm Dango Sun, 15 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT I had a whipple procedure two months ago and am doing well, but I am having difficulty with upset stomach. What are some good foods to eat? I seem to have trouble with acid reflux. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,7090,0.htm Tex Rose Mon, 02 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT Has anyone tried Original Limu and what sort of response have you had with it? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,3842,0.htm Chrissie Wed, 28 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT I had an esophagectomy 6 1/2 years ago (for a breast cancer metastesis 15 years post breast cancer). My stomach was pulled up to my throat and maybe 1/2 of it serves as an esophagus and the other 1/2 acts like a stomach, only it's smaller. Don't like to complain because I'm alive and life is beautiful, but I have 2 problems: 1. After I eat I have a fast pulse and heartbeat, lower blood pressure, headache, pain, exhaustion; and 2. It's hard to keep weight on and I have muscle wasting. I understand this is all related. It's managable if I eat small meals frequently and very slowly and lie down after eating, but that doesn't go with working. Recently my diability insurance company has decided that since I don't have a visible tumor, I can work. They don't cover "self-reported" symptoms. So my questions are: Any ideas about managing "dumping syndrome" better? and Any ideas about how to deal with the darned insurance company? Thanks. Marjorie http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,1648,0.htm Mauna Kea Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT