3 years after diagnosis.....

Hi folks,

Just back from this morning's workout and it occurred to me how much God has blessed my health over the last 3 years, since I was first diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.  After 3 years of Essential Oils, exercise, supplements, and good eating, the Drs can no longer find any evidence of "clinically significant cancer".  Of course they'll never admit to 'no cancer' without my having gone through a medical procedure such as chemo, surgery, ablation, etc, but I am comfortable in the mindset that God has enabled my body to cure itself.

Today's workout was a hodge-podge of activities.  I didn't know what I wanted to do when I arrived at the Y this morning and ended up rowing 5000 meters (in under 20 mins :) ) , then doing core work on the bosu, some floor work, and stretching.  Overall I feel great and definitely have the sweat to show it!

Be blessed and let God guide your steps!

Tom

New Research from the University of Texas identifies natural compounds found in food that could thwart the growth of prostate cancer.

Check out this great article on natural treatments for Prostate Cancer.   New research from The University of Texas at Austin identifies several natural compounds found in food, including turmeric, apple peels and red grapes, as key ingredients that could thwart the growth of prostate cancer. 

Per the article:  
“The beauty of this study is that we were able to inhibit tumor growth in mice without toxicity.”

Read the full article here: https://news.utexas.edu/2017/06/06/starving-prostate-cancer-with-what-you-eat-for-dinner?utm_source=emailsharebutton&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=utnewsshares 


Share this to everyone you know!  I highly doubt that mainstream media will publish/promote anything that would lead you to believe we don't actually need the pharmaceutical industry in order to deal with diseases.

Be Blessed,
Tom

Hi everyone.  Just checking in to let y'all know that God continues to reward my faithfulness!!  As of last Thurs my PSA is still doing great, checking in this time at 2.78.  I continue to exercise regularly, take my daily Essential Oils and vitamins, and limit my diet to healthy foods.

I'm in the process of scheduling my annual prostate MRI, and will report the findings when they become available.

I also feel like I've achieved at least a small victory with my Urologist.  After this latest visit to review my PSA results, he documented the following:

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On surveillance at his request. Essential oils, strenuous exercise, and supplements. Frankincense and Myrrh.

At diagnosis, initial MRI without evidence of perineural invasion or local spread.

Had Repat MRI and biopsy in Chattanooga in 12/2015. Path with 4/4 bx + for Gleason 6 adenocarcinoma with perineural invasion.

MRI 6/2016 in Chattanooga without evidence for high grade lesion.


11/2016 PSA 2.69.
7/2017 PSA 2.78

He is clearly stable with a low PSA and an improved MRI. I cannot say he is cancer free, but it is certainly possible he does not have clinically significant cancer at present..
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Well, he won't say I'm cancer free, but there's also no evidence that I still have cancer.

Further details from last year's MRI are as follows:
The MRI showed that my tumor had shrunk, and my ADC values were up. Dr Busch's assessment was "Clinically significant cancer is unlikely to be present".

There's still an unexplained spot on my prostate MRI, but the ADC values (450 to 700) in my last MRI are now 900 and up in the same location, which is the sign of normal, healthy prostate tissue/cells. The spot could also be from a lesion or scar tissue.

I'm counting on this year's MRI indicating an even healthier prostate!

Be blessed,
Tom

Life is good!

Hi folks,

Just checking in today.  It occurred to me that I  hadn't posted my last PSA results.  The 2017 Feb results were up just a bit at  2.69 and everything is still looking great.  I've had my physical for the year and the Dr said the prostate feels nice and soft, just the way it's supposed to be.  I do plan on a yearly MRI later this summer, but am debating on whether I want to give the Northside folks here in my area a chance, or drive back up to Chattanooga for Dr. Busch.  Nothing against Dr Busch, but it never hurts to let another set of eyes take a look.

Plus my urologist won't declare me "cancer free" because I haven't had a medical procedure, but did agree to help me "fight the insurance battle" especially if I get an MRI "in his system" that still shows no evidence of cancer.  I've already had a brush with the insurance companies, as my carrier through work wouldn't increase my life insurance policy this year due to my "condition".  They didn't cancel me, but they definitely aren't going to raise the policy limits.  I haven't tried seeking out private insurance yet, but guess I need to at some point, as I don't plan on working forever.

I'm still taking my Oils, exercising my butt off, and supplementing good foods with good vitamins. I also drink a bottle of Perfect Water daily.

Y'all take care, and be blessed,

Tom

Awesome MRI results

Last week I visited Dr Busch for my annual MRI.

The MRI showed that my tumor had shrunk, and my ADC values were up. Dr Busch's assessment was "Clinically significant cancer is unlikely to be present".

There's still an unexplained spot on my prostate MRI, but the ADC values (450 to 700) in my last MRI are now 900 and up in the same locaction, which is the sign of normal, healthy prostate tissue/cells. The spot could also be from a lesion or scar tissue.

At this point I'm convinced that my body has repaired itself, as God designed and intended it to do.

Be blessed,
Tom

PSA keeps getting better and better. Latest results = 1.93!

Hi folks,

Just got my latest PSA results back last week, and it's down to 1.93, from 2.09 in January. For some reason my quarterly PSA schedule was only 2 months after the last reading (in Jan).

God definitely gave us bodies that could heal themselves, and my exercise, essential oils, and vitamins seem to be helping it do just that!!  Lately (ie since Jan) I've added alkaline water back to my routing, just to see if it made a difference, and don't know that it would qualify as a scientific study, but hey, my PSA came down so I guess I'll keep doing it.

I have a 3T MRI scheduled for June, and I hope to find that the tumor has shrunk, or even totally disappeared!

Be blessed,
Tom

No claims, just facts!

Since everyone seems to be in an uproar these days regarding "claims" being made for alternative remedies to cancer, I thought I'd go on record as claiming that I'm not "claiming" anything except my belief that God created us "in His image", which for me means that he equipped our bodies to regulate and heal themselves given the proper raw materials and conditions.

Here are the facts, jack!  You can draw your own conclusions.

May, 2014

• Discovered that PSA was 4.07. It had been gradually climbing for the last 2 years, so we decided to do a biopsy (TRUS guided)

Aug, 2014   Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. 

• My biopsy included 12 cores, and revealed that my cancer is rated T1C, with a Gleason Score of (3+3=6) with 6 cores containing cancer. 
  
  
  The cores were as follows:
  
  
  Left side:
  90%, 40%, 30%, 5%
  
  
  Right side:
  5%, 5%

Sep, 2014   

• For 20 days I took daily doses of Haelen 951. 
• I changed (ie improved) my lifestyle with the following changes:
• Strenuous exercise at least 5 days a week
• Daily consumption of vitamins to help meet my nutritional needs

Oct, 2014 

• On Oct 10, my PSA reading was 4.29.
• I started consuming daily doses of several Essential Oils

Nov, 2014

• 1.5T MRI
• There is a 1.0 x 0.6 cm focal area of decreased T2 signal within the left posterior aspect of the peripheral zone of the prostate at the mid portion on image 18 of series 19.  There is no definite extracapsular spread of disease.  No involvement of the neurovascular bundle demonstrated.  There is focal enhancement corresponding to the area of prostate signal abnormality.  Overall, the prostate measures 4.8x3.5 cm.

Feb, 2015

• PSA is now 1.68

June, 2015

• June 3, PSA is 2.11
• June 10, 3T MRI
• Prostate Measurements:  transverse 4.9cm, sagittal 5.2 cm and anterior posterior 3.0 cm
• T2W imaging of the peripheral zone demonstrates a concordant 13mm x 9mm x 11mm focal abnormality in the left posterior lateral base adjacent to the left neurovascular bundle.  The irregularity of the capsule and the 10 mm contact with the capsule suggest microcapsular invasion at this site. The neurovascular bundle is not encompassed by the tumor.  The focal abnormality in the peripheral zone demonstrates restricted diffusion demonstrating low ADC values 450 to 700.  There is no high signal intensity on b 1400 imaging but there is focal enhancement with DCE imaging.
• T2W imaging of the transitional zone demonstrates poorly organized BPH nodules in a normal size gland.
• DWI demonstrates restricted diffusion in the left posterior lateral base with low ADC values compatible with intermediate grade disease but no high signal intensity on b 1400 imaging.
• DCE imaging demonstrates an asymmetrical type II curve lies to concordant focal abnormality in the left posterior lateral base.
• No seminal vesicle extension, no pathological lymphadenopathy and no bone metastasis.
• PI-RADS Category 4: Clinically significant cancer is likely to be present.
• Due to "clinically significant cancer" findings, I will be getting a biopsy at a later date.  Due to all of the other positive factors, it doesn't have to be right away.

Oct, 2015

• PSA is 1.72

Dec, 2015

• 3T MRI planned for Dec 7.

I'm feeling great, and fully expect the results of the Dec MRI to indicate no or less cancer tissue than we saw in June.

Be blessed,
Tom

Latest PSA results are even better than the last! 1.72

Almost 14 months ago I was informed that I had Prostate Cancer.  My PSA level was 4.29 with 6 of 12 biopsy cores  indicating cancerous tissue.  The Medical community immediately recommended surgery, radiation, or drugs.

I'm happy to say that as of yesterday, my PSA is down to 1.72 (from 2.11 on prev  quarter's test) and that my cancer, if any still exists, is NOT a part of my life!  I believe that God designed our bodies with the capacity to heal itself, given the proper Faith, raw materials and  environment.  My regimen of Essential Oils, vitamins and regular exercise will always be a part of my life as I fully believe that they have enabled my body to return to the healthy condition that He originally blessed me with.

I still plan on an MRI targeted biopsy before the end of the year to check the status of one spot that the radiologist was concerned about back in July, but I'm fully expecting that "spot" to be gone when he goes looking for something to sample!

More evidence that Essential Oils can play a role in cancer treatments

Hey folks,

Check out this article, Exploitation of Cytotoxicity of Some Essential Oils for Translation in Cancer Therapy, posted in Feb of 2015.  

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4334976/# 


BTW, Cytotoxicity is the quality of being toxic to cells. In the article, scientists explain how some Essential Oils are toxic to cancer cells, yet harmless to normal cells.

They also point out the Antitumoral Activity of selected Essential Oils.

The following quotes are very inspiring!

"From the available literature essential oils seem to have a great potential as anticancer therapeutic agents; "

"Although, from the data reviewed in this paper, the use of essential oils in cancer therapy is very promising,,,,"

As usual, this information does not constitute medical advice, so please do your own research and make your own personal decisions before determining a treatment for your cancer.

Be blessed,
Tom

Natural Cancer Treatments in the News

While medical advances are being made, it seems, almost daily, investigation in natural treatments for cancer is growing too!  These treatments aren't backed (yet) by clinical trials, multi-billion dollar pharma companies, or the majority of Drs but they're gaining recognition.

And by treatment, I don't mean a 'guarantee to cure to eliminate' your cancer.  While some natural treatments are in fact being looked at as cures (and have reportedly worked for some), many more can supplement your medical treatments, speeding the recovery, or at least improving the quality of life during the treatment.

Here are some of the latest I've noticed, and before you write them off as "quackery", remember that treating cancerous organs rather than cutting them out was once considered ludicrous too.


Exercise:

Article: For Prostate Cancer, Referral-Based Exercise Program Beneficial:
Link: http://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/prostate-cancer-exercise-clinician-referral-treatment/article/409738/

Excerpt:
For men with prostate cancer, clinician referral to and participation in an exercise program has a positive impact on mental health, according to a study published in Cancer.
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Article: For Prostate Cancer, Referral-Based Exercise Program Beneficial:
Link: http://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/prostate-cancer-exercise-clinician-referral-treatment/article/409738/

Excerpt:
For men with prostate cancer, clinician referral to and participation in an exercise program has a positive impact on mental health, according to a study published in Cancer.

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Article: Walking improves health outcomes for prostate cancer survivors
Link: http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2015/04/17/Walking-improves-health-outcomes-for-prostate-cancer-survivors/1111429278465/?spt=su

Excerpt:
"... according to new research, something as simple as walking three hours per week can make a significant difference."

Foods:
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Article: Swedish study explains coffee cancer link
Link: http://www.thelocal.se/20150418/swedish-study-explains-coffee-cancer-link#.VTJVjPQ4ULE.twitter

Excerpt:
"The caffeine turns off the signal paths to breast cancer cells. This results in slower cell proliferation and increased cell death," said Ann Rosendahl, a researcher at Lund University and co-author of the recent report detailing how coffee protects against breast cancer recurrence.

The report has just been published in the medical journal Clinical Cancer Research.

Natural Supplements:

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Article: Mistletoe: The holiday plant is making headlines as an alternative cancer treatment
Link: http://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/mistletoe-the-holiday-plant-is-making-headlines-as-an-alternative-cancer-treatment/article/391492/

Excerpt:
An oncologist at Johns Hopkins successfully treated a patient who had advanced colon cancer with an extract of the seasonal botanical, sparking interest in the plant's anticancer properties.

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Article: Vitamin D and prostate cancer: Higher intake improves active surveillance outcomes
Link: http://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/vitamin-d-and-prostate-cancer-higher-intake-improves-active-surveillance-outcomes/article/409401/

Excerpt:
The group concluded that men with low-risk prostate cancer who are undergoing active surveillance might derive benefit from taking 4,000 IU of vitamin D3 per day, without experiencing side effects from the treatment. A randomized trial is currently underway to further explore these observations. Hollis said that vitamin D is now widely used in the urology service at the Medical University of South Carolina, demonstrating how the studies have impacted clinical practice

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Article: Vitamin D May Keep the Lid on Prostate Cancer
Link: http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2015/04/09/vitamin-d-may-keep-the-lid-on-prostate-cancer/

Excerpt:
Some men diagnosed with low-grade prostate cancer may be able to keep it from progressing by taking extra vitamin D.

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Article: Vitamin D can boost the immune system against colorectal cancer
Link: http://www.oncologynurseadvisor.com/vitamin-d-can-boost-the-immune-system-against-colorectal-cancer/article/395554/

Excerpt:
The research, published in the journal Gut (2015; doi:10.1136/gutjnl-2014-308852), represents the first time that a link between vitamin D and the immune response to cancer has been shown in a large human population.

Others:
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Article: Artificial Sweetener Saccharin Shows Promise In Cancer Treatment
Link: http://www.letlifehappen.com/2015/04/05/artificial-sweetener-saccharin-shows-promise-in-cancer-treatment/

Excerpt:
You may have heard whispers that the artificial sweetener saccharin (commonly known as Sweet‘N Low) is a carcinogen. But according to a new study presented today at the 249th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, it could actually be useful in developing treatments for aggressive cancers by deactivating a protein found to facilitate the spread of cancer

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Article: 20 Medical Studies That Show Cannabis Can Be A Potential Cure Cancer
Link: http://www.collective-evolution.com/2013/08/23/20-medical-studies-that-prove-cannabis-can-cure-cancer/

Excerpt:
Below are 20 medical studies that suggest cannabis can be an effective treatment and possible cure for cancer. This is a good starting point for the push for further human clinical trials.

If you've noticed an article or study that you'd feel would help others, please fell free to post it here!

Be Blessed,
Tom

Disclaimer:  This information is based on links to content I do not own, but have posted to help bring attention to, in order to broaden people's thinking about how to deal with the condition of cancer.