Reader's Journal

February 9, 2010
I have a confession to make. In the three months since my last posting, I have not only neglected my blog, but I've also strayed from the Cancer Free Kitchen.

I have eaten meat. I have given in to my sweet tooth. And I've even indulged in those sinful McDonalds french fries. On top of that, I have not been juicing fuits and vegetables every day, as I once was. There is a reason, and I will be happy to explain, but first let me say this: I have not been doing as well physically as when I was sticking with the Cancer Free Kitchen.

The overall light, invigorated feel I enjoyed on a daily basis has faded. The smooth, unblemished skin I welcomed is now prone to blemishes. And the cancer, well, let's just say it's thoroughly enjoyed all the sugar, fat, added hormones, and preservatives I've been feeding it.

And that brings me to the reason I strayed in the first place.

Last November, just before my last blog post, I learned that my cancer was growing. It seemed that the diet and lifestlye changes that were working to keep it in check before were no longer as effective. Needless to say, this took some of the wind out of my sails. That coupled with the fact that the holidays were now here, led to too much temptation for me to bear.

During my time "off the wagon" I did, however, keep up with the basic Budwig Diet recipe which I eat everyday for breakfast. I discovered I had enjoyed the many benefits of flax oil and wanted to keep those going. I think it was beause I did not abandon this recipe that I am now able to return to the Cancer Free Kitchen without hesitation.

I still strongly believe that a person can "feed" their cancer. As far a beating it on diet alone, I don't think anyone can make such a claim. The body is a complex system with each part doing a different job. If one isn't working, the rest of the body won't function properly. The same goes for fighting cancer. There are numerous avenues on which to fight it. It makes no sense to travel only one, when reenforcements can be brought in on the others.

As of today, I am taking hormone replacement therapy to fight my cancer. This is the "medical avenue" of my battle plan. I keep physically active and am returning to a mainly vegetarian, fresh-foods, and sugar-free diet. This is the "holistic avenue." I also maintain a positive attitude and refuse to think of my life in terms of how much time I have left. This is the "psycological avenue." With all three working together, I see no reason why I can not live a long, happy life.

So there you have it. Along wih sticking with a healthy lifestyle, I am also sticking with the name of my blog. Cancer-free is my goal, so keeping it in the title will be my reminder - to stay on top of my diet and out of the drive-thru.

Until the next post,
Kristin