I was 37 when I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in July 2008. A second round of surgery the following month revealed the cancer had metastasised (spread) to a lymph node in my armpit. My doctor laid out his plans for me, but wasn't able to offer any very encouraging statistics for what are extremely gruelling treatments.
I immediately embarked on a crash course to learn everything(!) I could about my type of breast cancer and the various treatments available. I found other approaches that look more hopeful and that are more in line with my philosophy of health and approach to life. Since November I've been on a rigorous detox and supplement programme (which takes up about five hours each day) and a strict diet - dairy, meat, sugar, alcohol and yeast free. The programme is boosting my immune system, detoxifying and alkalising my body, and making my body cancer unfriendly. I generally feel healthy and well, and have continued to work as much possible, whilst learning to take care and nurture myself. Alongside the programme, I also do a mixture of things that I feel support me each day - such as Qi Gong, yoga, stretching, meditation, running or brisk walking. To date, my treatment (unavailable on the NHS) has cost over £12,000 and currently costs about £900 a month for supplements. I've borrowed as much money as I can. This is the reason I'm asking for your help. Please contribute what you can so that I can continue this approach that gives me most hope. Thank you.
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