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Taylor: 32, Female
Western Mass, United States

About Me:: Just a simple girl trying to roll with the punches life keeps on throwing. I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31. The timing was especially bad because I had just lost my mother to ovarian cancer 2 months before. Talk about a 1-2 punch! I have just finished chemo and am now on to the next stages . . . mastectomy, followed by radiation, then reconstructive surgery. My doctors have taken a radical approach because of the size (9cm) and agressive nature of the cancer.

But, what can you do right! Life must go on. We just learn to pick up the shards and make a stained glass window!!

Where do you live? (city, state, country): Western Massachusetts

Relationship Status:: Single

Favorite Quote:: Those who matter, don't mind and those who mind, don't matter.

Your Website or Blog:: www.myspace.com/ktaylor94

What's your personal mission statement?: Ad astra per aspera.

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SUGAR!!!????

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Hi Tonya: Just like you I was also concerned with sugar. Numerous people were telling me to cut out my sugar intake because "cancer feeds on sugar". So I went online and started researching, with ... Read More »

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At 3:07pm on August 6th, 2008, Deborah said…: HI taylor,
Sorry is just not a strong enough word to convey my feelings for you for not only the loss or your mom but of your diagnosis. But I am sorry for all you have been thru and are going thru.
I too live in western Mass. , it is beautiful here in our mountains.
I got a Diagnosis, 90 days ago,rectal cancer just finished my first round of chemo and radiation and heading for surgery in September.
Life just bites, sometimes.
Stay strong, and fight hard against this dumb thing called cancer.
all the best

At 4:14pm on June 30th, 2008, Elizabeth M. said…: Hi Taylor...I'm so sorry to hear about your mother...hope you are being extra gentle with yourself through all of this. I'm glad that you have joined us!

At 11:39am on June 28th, 2008, Lanae said…: Hi Taylor. I just read your post and I'm so sorry about your Mom. It is not an easy thing to go through. Be strong and know that your Mom will continue to be with you and help you during your tough times. I absolutely loved your quote about the shards and making stained glass. So true.
Best to you -
Lanae

At 10:24am on June 28th, 2008, Sundari said…: Hi Taylor! Welcome to CSL:) As you begin exploring the site, remember the search tool in the upper right corner in case you are looking for specific info. Also, check out our personal messaging feature (envelope icon) in the upper left corner, in case you want to email someone through the CSL forum. Let me know if you have any questions! Its also helpful to read the town rules, which are listed in the left hand column of our Main page.
xoxo,
Sundari (Corinne)

At 1:28am on June 28th, 2008, marla said…: hi taylor,
thanks for joining us in the breast cancer group and congratulations on completing your chemo. there have been many conversations about mastectomy and reconstruction in the breast cancer group. please know we are all there for you.
marla

At 7:29pm on June 27th, 2008, Whole_Body_Healer said…: Hi Taylor. I saw your post on the Sugar topic. 1st I'm very sorry to hear about losing your mother. I'm sure that has been tough.

I don't know if there is any genetic predisposition for you regarding ovarian cancer potential, but I can tell you that there have been studies that have shown that sugar CAN be an issue with ovarian cancer AND breast cancer, particularly as this relates to IGF-1 (Insulin growth hormone factor). This also can be influenced with dairy consumption as there have been studies showing the connection with the IGF in milk/dairy products and breast & ovarian cancers.

So, relative to the fruit issue, you might consider staying away from high glycemic fruit like grapes, pineapple, oranges, etc. Berries, apples & pears are on the lower side of the glycemic index & have a number of anti-cancer benefits. Consider consuming them sparingly though, given the potential for the ovarian piece.

And dairy consumption has also been shown to be correlated to ovarian cancer & in some cases to breast cancer. In general, dairy generates mucus, so can be clogging to your system.

I see you're already part of Crazy Sexy Breast Cancer, you might want to check out The OC-BC Posse for interest in ovarian & breast cancers if that might resonate with you.

In any case, WELCOME! Good luck! GREAT that you are integrating nutrition into your healing process! It's a strong tool!
Michalene

At 4:09pm on June 27th, 2008, Colleen said…: Hi Taylor,

Welcome to the group and this fabulous site!! ~Colleen

At 10:28am on June 27th, 2008, Dharma said…: Welcome to CSL. I love your pic, you have such a warm loving face!! I see your in Mass. I live in southern NH. come by anytime to chat. peace~Dharma

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