I posted this to another discussion, but I think it bears repeating. Apologies for the duplication.

I follow all the discussion in the Breast Cancer group. I'm most impressed with the critical thinking you do and that you work with your health care teams, research information, and weigh risk and benefits for solutions that work for you. While you share your experiences and what you learn, you do not tell others what to do. Thank you!

That said, I would like to post some thoughts and cautions.

When considering complementary or alternative treatments, be open-minded yet skeptical. Learn about the potential benefits and risks. Here is an article from Mayo Clinic that might interest you about evaluating claims made by the producers and/or sellers of supplements, natural products and other alternative medicines. http://mayocl.in/2tGC0Jp

Always discuss any new treatment, changes in dosage or alternate possibilities with your oncologist.

A few things that many of you have already stated clearly that I would like to underline:
1. While you share the diagnosis of breast cancer, each person's journey is different. How a person responds to treatment will be unique to them.
2. What works for one person may not for someone else.
3. Not everyone experiences side effects from aromatase inhibitors and/or tamoxifen. The people who experience no or mild side effects are less likely to post to an online discussion like this one.

MOST IMPORTANT
Keep this disclaimer in mind https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/disclaimer/
"All information shared by members on the Mayo Clinic Connect, such as messages, images, advice, URLs, and any other material, is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the community."