Can anyone recommend dietary changes to decrease risk of recurrance?

I agree with the other comments about reading Chris Beat Cancer. He also has a cookbook filled with delicious, whole-food, plant-based, organic recipes. And yes, read Dr. William Li's “Eat to Beat the Disease”; his feedback is also constructive. I think all of these survivors/doctors basically recommend the same thing: and that is to eat a whole food, plant-based, organic diet. Eliminate all processed foods, sugar, and alcohol. I know it can seem like a lot, but once you do it, everything changes, and you'll enjoy your food/life even more than before. Your taste buds will change and improve dramatically, and the added benefit is that you'll feel fantastic and empowered, as you're supporting/boosting your immune system, which is critical in fighting cancer. Sadly, this aspect of our health is often overlooked or ignored by the doctors treating us, and I believe it means everything to our success/survival.

This is a challenging question to answer! We all come from different backgrounds, cultures, and our health journeys with breast cancer are unique. Additionally, the availability and affordability of healthcare resources may vary depending on our location. Another factor to consider is our energy levels and the motivation to make changes. It can be overwhelming, especially when we’re already dealing with a lot.

I’m retired and had the luxury of having the time to fully commit to my health. However, small, sustainable changes can also make a significant difference. That’s where a Health Coach and a dietician can be invaluable resources.

For years, I had maintained a healthy diet. I consumed minimal processed foods and primarily bought organic fruits and vegetables. We hunted and fished, which provided our main source of protein. I also incorporated organic dairy and eggs into my diet.

When I was diagnosed in May 2023, I realized I needed to adjust my diet and made the necessary changes. I conducted thorough research, sought guidance from an oncologist dietician, a Functional Doctor, and an oncologist licensed naturopathic doctor. I also had the support of a Health Coach who worked collaboratively with my team and shared their recommendations with my oncology, radiation, and primary physicians.

Although I didn’t require chemotherapy, I did undergo surgery and radiation therapy. Instead of opting for AI chemotherapy, I chose to change my diet and lifestyle as my primary treatment approach.

I highly recommend Dr. Kristie Funk’s book!.
Breasts: The Owner’s Manual: Every Woman’s Guide to Reducing Cancer Risk, Making Treatment Choices, and Optimizing Outcomes. You can get it on Amazon. I acquired my book from my social worker at the hospital.

I also became a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and The Food Revolution Network. I’ve learned a lot and continue to learn.

I adopted a primarily plant-based diet, eliminating dairy and eggs. However, I do include some game meat (elk, moose, deer) and seafood that I catch and process myself, such as shrimp, halibut, cod, and rock fish. I strive to eat organic foods 90% of the time. When organic fruits and vegetables are not available, I refer to the EWG’s Dirty Dozen list to guide my choices of non organic food. I eat very little processed food and check ingredients before I buy anything.

My Fitness Pal became an essential tool for ensuring that I was consuming the recommended calories and protein levels as prescribed by my healthcare team.

Exercise was another crucial aspect of these transformative changes.

Low carb., no sugar, no flour or grains ( which turn into sugar)

Basic rule: do not eat bread or pasta or cakes. Skip the bakery section completely. Potatoes and rice are also bad as they are a starch. Also stay away from fruit which is full of fructose (also sugar) except for blueberries. Organic

Cancer cells have 10 times more sugar receptors than regular cells. This is known as the Warburg effect (named after scientist who won the Nobel prize for medicine in the 1930s). The body runs on either glucose or ketones. Dr Thomas seyfreid recommends a Ketogenic diet to manage and treat cancer. I am following these guidelines by trying to not run my body’s fuel system on glucose. Good luck in finding your path. 😊

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Do you have links to research
for your suggestions?