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Joined: Feb 2013 Posts: 78 | I just picked up some whey powder, bcaa supplement, and other ingredients for some protein shakes. Thanks for the detailed information and sample recipe. I'd estimate I have around 30-40lbs of muscle to gain back so may as well get started on that.
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Andrew
age 25
early 10/12 - enlarged lymph node area
01/13 SCC of L tonsil, L BOT, 2 L lymph nodes
stage IVa, T2N2bM0, HPV+
2/13 2 doses cisplatin big bag, 2 doses weekly cisplatin + 35x IMRT
4/13 TX finished
7/13 PET/CT - NED!
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Joined: Jul 2012 Posts: 3,267 Likes: 4 | Lol. I'm on board with ya, Ed. I did buy fish oil two weeks ago after going back to the gym, but laying off until I revisit my dr's. What never knew before, and learned recently , even stronger than steroids, is insulin, which some are taking after a workout, with some nutrients. I don't even want it for my diabetes, never mind muscle building. I'm 190, probably lost 5 in the hospital, but happy to stay this weight...blood sugar, bp down.
10/09 T1N2bM0 Tonsil
11/09 Taxo Cisp 5-FU, 6 Months Hosp
01/11 35 IMRT 70Gy 7 Wks
06/11 30 HBO
08/11 RND PNI
06/12 SND PNI LVI
08/12 RND Pec Flap IORT 12 Gy
10/12 25 IMRT 50Gy 6 Wks Taxo Erbitux
10/13 SND
10/13 TBO/Angiograph
10/13 RND Carotid Remove IORT 10Gy PNI
12/13 25 Protons 50Gy 6 Wks Carbo
11/14 All Teeth Extract 30 HBO
03/15 Sequestromy Buccal Flap ORN
09/16 Mandibulectomy Fib Flap Sternotomy
04/17 Regraft hypergranulation Donor Site
06/17 Heart Attack Stent
02/19 Finally Cancer Free Took 10 yrs
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Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,844 | Fish oil is great for you. The omega 3's in it will lower insulin resistance and it's rich in bioavailable vitaminD, which is a prohormone sterol and will increase your testosterone levels if taken properly.
Young Frack, SCC T4N2M0, Cisplatin,35+ rads,ND, RT Mandiblectomy w fibular free flap, facial paralysis, "He who has a "why" to live can bear with almost any "how"." -Nietzche "WARNING" PG-13 due to Sarcasm & WAY too much attitude, interact at your own risk.
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Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,606 Likes: 2 | Fish oil vs flaxseed oil? Or rather DHA vs EPA? I have thought about insulin Paul. Where can I get some?  Ed
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SCC Stage IV, BOT, T2N2bM0
Cisplatin/5FU x 3, 40 days radiation
Diagnosis 07/21/03 tx completed 10/08/03
Post Radiation Lower Motor Neuron Syndrome 3/08.
Cervical Spinal Stenosis 01/11
Cervical Myelitis 09/12
Thoracic Paraplegia 10/12
Dysautonomia 11/12
Hospice care 09/12-01/13.
COPD 01/14
Intermittent CHF 6/15
Feeding tube NPO 03/16
VFI 12/2016
ORN 12/2017
Cardiac Event 06/2018
Bilateral VFI 01/2021
Thoracotomy Bilobectomy 01/2022
Bilateral VFI 05/2022
Total Laryngectomy 01/2023
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Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,844 | Ed,
ALA is found in Flaxseed and it's less potent than DHA or EPA which are the long chain Omega 3's. DHA is the most plentiful Omega 3 found in the brain and retina, it's believed to lower risk of prostate cancer and alzhiemers/dementia
Young Frack, SCC T4N2M0, Cisplatin,35+ rads,ND, RT Mandiblectomy w fibular free flap, facial paralysis, "He who has a "why" to live can bear with almost any "how"." -Nietzche "WARNING" PG-13 due to Sarcasm & WAY too much attitude, interact at your own risk.
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Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,606 Likes: 2 | Is eating fish not getting enough EPA/DHA. What about the DHA added to some organic milk. Is it usable? I saw some studies that indicated ALA converts to EPA although not a 1:1.
I usually get high omega 3 eggs and Well Balance butter substitute. Sometimes they both have a distinct fishy taste.
SCC Stage IV, BOT, T2N2bM0
Cisplatin/5FU x 3, 40 days radiation
Diagnosis 07/21/03 tx completed 10/08/03
Post Radiation Lower Motor Neuron Syndrome 3/08.
Cervical Spinal Stenosis 01/11
Cervical Myelitis 09/12
Thoracic Paraplegia 10/12
Dysautonomia 11/12
Hospice care 09/12-01/13.
COPD 01/14
Intermittent CHF 6/15
Feeding tube NPO 03/16
VFI 12/2016
ORN 12/2017
Cardiac Event 06/2018
Bilateral VFI 01/2021
Thoracotomy Bilobectomy 01/2022
Bilateral VFI 05/2022
Total Laryngectomy 01/2023
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Joined: Mar 2013 Posts: 40 | Well, my protein powder issue got solved. My Dad tried it and it bothered his throat. So that takes care of that. Haha. He is pretty limited to Ensure right now. Unless something is 100% smooth with absolutely no lumps or bumps he can't have it. Maybe in a couple more weeks.
Brandi, daughter of:
Jack, age 69, non-smoker, BOT primary, Stage 4, HPV+
1/28/2013: Surgery. All cancerous masses removed. Dad is CANCER FREE!!!
2/26/2012: Beginning of TX. Weekly chemo: Carboplatin and Taxol. Daily RT (about 40 total)
4/25/2013: Will be last day of TX, both chemo and RT
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Joined: Apr 2012 Posts: 111 | Thanks all for this thread. Really interesting stuff. I agree wholeheartedly with the importance of diet.
I am looking at freeze dried organic fruits to make up shakes when I'm away from home and can't use my juicer or magic bullet. I have just ordered some Acai 100% freeze dried organic berries.
(Euterpe oleracea)which is suposedly very high in Omega oils. It's not arrive yet though. Has anyone else come acorss it? Sally
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Dx 10/11 51yrs LBOT Stage 4 2nodes HPV16+. Non-smoker mod alcohol.
10/11 Induction chemox2 (Docetaxel, 5-Flu, Cisplatin) then Cisplatinx2 IMRTx30. Ended 01/13/12.
12/07/11 RIG. RIG removed 05/05/12.
4/12 CT scan clear. Visual scope checks clear as of 10/13. Learning to live with eating challenges.
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Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 1,024 | Unless you are diabetic, with high Blood sugars, taking Insulin is a dangerous practice.
Hypoglycaemia is not to be messed with. It can kill you.
Tammy
Caregiver/advocate to Husband Kris age 59@ diagnosis
DX Dec '10 SCC BOT T4aN2bM0 HPV+ve.Cisplatin x3 35 IMRT.
PET 6/11 clear.
R) level 2-4 neck dissection 8/1/11 to remove residual node - necrotic with NED
Feb '12 Ca back.. 3/8/12 total glossectomy/laryngectomy/bilat neck dissection/partial pharyngectomy etc. clear margins. All nodes negative for disease. PEG in.
March 2017 - 5 years disease free. Woohoo!
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