Being a breast cancer survivor, I want to share things that have been helpful during my journey and after cancer
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Things no one tells you to get before chemo to have during chemo
Mastectomy
Protein and other things to drink
Supplements
Body and hair care
Books on Breast Cancer and Cancer
Things no one tells you to get before chemo to have during chemo
Things that helped me during chemo that no one mentioned
For the inevitable nose bleeds
Ayr Saline Nasal Mist - B.F. Ascher & Company, Inc.
For when your eyes are watering - seems counterintuitive, but it works!
Saline Eye Drops | Walgreens
Because you get plugged up
Home - The Colace® Family of Laxative Products - Colace ...
Because you get the runs too unfortunately
Loperamide
I used a rice patty on the worst of days. This was one of the BEST things someone gave me that I wouldn't have known to use!
RelaxCoo Microwave Heating pad with Washable Cover 7 * 16" Microwavable Heat Pad for Neck Shoulder, Cramps, Back Pain Relief, Warm Compress Bean Bag Moist Heat Pack for Muscles, Joints, 2 Pack
Mastectomy
More things that someone passed along that I would not have thought of on my own!
These little pillows help keep your arm from rubbing on your side and just rub in general. They are genius!
Juexica 4 Pcs Lymphedema Axilla Pillow Mastectomy Pillow Cotton Post Breast Surgery Pillow Mastectomy Recovery Breast Pillow for Sleeping Mastectomy Underarm Pillow Armpit Pain Relief (Pink Ribbon)
Make sure you have a physical therapy plan BEFORE you have your mastectomy
West Billings Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
This helps keep the drain tube from hanging and getting knocked around in the shower
Shower Lanyard
This is helpful for keeping those drain tubes organized and away from getting knocked around.
Adjustable Drain Belt for After Surgery - Post Surgical Drain Belt with Pockets - Surgical Drain Holder After Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation, Mastectomy - Holds 4 Drain Bulbs, Machine Washable
Protein and other things to drink
Proteins that actually taste good!
I use this protein powder in my green smoothies each day.
Organic Plant-Based Vanilla Bean Protein Powder - Orgain
I really like this one for a protein kick on the weekend!
Café Latte Protein Shake
This one is a fun treat at the end of the day!
Winter Mint Chocolate Protein Shake
When you need something other than water to drink that isn't full of calories or carbs
Emergen-C Dietary Supplements for Everyday Wellness
Raspberry Lemonade is my favorite!
Sustain Active Hydration - Melaleuca
Supplements
Things I take to help with sleep, joint pain, and heart health
Tart cherry is a game changer for joint pain. I use theses everyday
10 Health Benefits of Tart Cherry Juice - Healthline
This cortisol manager has settled my anxiety as well as helped with sleep.
Cortisol Manager® | Integrative Therapeutics®
I use this one for sleep as well.
Carlyle Melatonin 300 mcg | 365 Tablets
This one has been super helpful after a year of herceptin
Qunol: #1 Cardiologist Recommended Form of CoQ10
I like this one to keep away muscle cramps
Calcium Magnesium Potassium - Country Life Vitamins
This is a great source of prebiotics and fiber.
Inulin Prebiotic Pure Powder, Organic - NOW Foods
I prefer this collagen! Its also a great source of extra protein
Ancient Nutrition Collagen Protein Powder
Body and hair care
Things I've found that work well after cancer and living on well water
I love how this smells and that it actually works!
Alvera Natural Roll-on Deodorant Aloe Almonds
Works well when you live on well water!
Cetaphil Hydrating Moisturizer 16 oz 2 Pack
I prefer this shampoo with having well water and now curly hair to contend with
R+Co On A Cloud Baobab Repair Shampoo 8.5 OZ
I prefer this conditioner with having well water and curly hair to contend with
R+Co On A Cloud Baobab Oil Masque 5 Oz
I love this blow dryer brush - it isn't as hard on my hair as a flat iron
amika 2 in 1 Blow Dryer Brush Review
This is the best smelling shaving cream I've ever used!
Affinia Shave Gel - Melaleuca
Books on Breast Cancer and Cancer
I read a ton. Knowledge is power. Although I did all the medical things necessary to beat breast cancer, I like to have a pocket full of things to try. Especially for the side affects of after care. By reading, I have found many ideas and options that have helped me feel better or the best I can with the meds I still have to take and may have to take the rest of my life.
I found this book helpful - it talks everything from diet, sleep, supplements, etc
Take Breast Cancer off Your Menu: Prevention
This one talks about foods and is filled with recipes
The Pink Ribbon Diet: Weight Loss & Cancer Risk
I enjoyed the in depth approach this book takes to many different diseases - not just cancer
How Not to Die
This book talks about Nutrition, different diets and their affect on cancer
The Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Nutrition & Diet
This book provides an interesting look at foods and cancer
How to Starve Cancer
A book about planning ahead to prevent cancer
Cancer & Nutrition: Ten-Point Prevention Plan
This book is worth the read and has some gems. It talks about causes of cancer, different therapies, etc
Outside the Box Cancer Therapies Book
I bought this book well before Cancer and wish I would have left it as a read all the time book
The Wellness Book: Guide to Health & Stress
I bought this one after a skin cancer. It is loaded with information on foods and vitamins that are cancer fighting. It also has recipes.
