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Never smoked before but was diagnosed with lung cancer a few weeks prior. I definitely feel it too, my energy levels are complete crap, i have much harder time focussing and tasks which were super easy seem difficult now. So, knowing im fucked anyways, what are some things i can do to extend my very shitty prognosis?

Never smoked before but was diagnosed with lung cancer a few weeks prior. I definitely feel it too, my energy levels are complete crap, i have much harder time focussing and tasks which were super easy seem difficult now. So, knowing im fucked anyways, what are some things i can do to extend my very shitty prognosis?

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[–] [deleted] 6 pts (edited )

My pappy about 2 years ago had cancer (of the blood), and he tried all sorts of different weird treatments. Some helped, and others didn't. After a multi-year battle, however, he died. Though he lived much longer than doctors expected. They gave him three months. He lived 8x longer than that.

So, here's some tips, and the truth from that experience:

  • Marijuana products/extracts help fight cancer. But they alone do not work. Do your research, there are different strains of marijuana, and the potencies are not all the same. Some are high in THC, and some are high in CBD. Some are in the middle. You need to find the right one.

  • Organic foods don't make a difference to your cancer, and if it does you won't notice it. My dad was on an all organic diet, or whatever, and I can't say it did shit. It was a waste of money.

  • Cancer affects you entire body, and mind. You have to prepare for the decline whatever that is. Now is the time to become Chad Thundercock. Get your body strong in preparation. Lift weights, and grow your muscles. You must exercise. Second, the illness affects your mind, so you need to tell your loved ones, and let them know you may become an asshole, and they have to know that isn't really you.

  • Diet-wise, I don't recommend gigantic changes that make you miserable. Yes, some changes are necessary, but you don't have to go crazy. My dad totally stuffed himself with vegetables, and juices, and that actually caused some health problems with his digestive system, and gave him diarrhea. Have a normal diet but (if you're like the avg. American) reduce some of the sugars, take in more fiber, and add in a few extra veggies. I recommend one clove of garlic per day for your heart (crush it, and let it sit for 10 minutes, and then swallow for maximum effect), and one serving of broccoli a day, which is anti-cancer. Yes, cancer does affect your heart-health, and even your teeth. The broccoli has calcium which helps keep your teeth strong. Eat it raw.

  • The best way to cut out sugar is drinking only water. Large flake oats are an excellent source of fiber. Don't be afraid of fats. The only fat I'd totally avoid is pork fat. But if you have to have bacon, then only have it as a once in a while treat.

  • If you're not allergic to gluten, you don't need to be on a gluten-free diet. My dad went gluten-free, and well, what the fuck did that do? Nothing because he didn't have a gluten allergy/intolerance.

  • Since your body has cancer, it won't be totally efficient, and working right, so it's okay to take some vitamin supplements. A one-a-day multi-vitamin is good. If you can't swallow that, then get a liquid. You don't need much more than that. My dad took a ton of vitamins. Again, that did not give any extra benefits. The vitamin supplements are just for maintenance.

  • My dad also took these weird Chinese supplements... HUGE FUCKING WASTE OF MONEY. Ancient/traditional Chinese medicine is a fucking scam. However, if you are still interested in some complementary medicines, I recommend ayurvedic medicine. Not all of them work, but some of them do in my experience.

  • If you don't have one now, install a toilet bidet. You will have difficulties wiping because of the disease. It's surprisingly hard to reach down there when you're sick.

  • Lastly, the normal treatments work best despite the difficulties they cause. Find a good doctor, and do what he recommends. Don't skip modern, western medicine. Despite its flaws it typically gives you the best chance of survival. HOWEVER, you need to do maintenance, maintenance, and maintenance. The normal cancer treatments alone get the first bucket of shit that is cancer, but to keep it away, you have to do the maintenance. This means a healthier diet, exercise, fresh air, sunshine, vitamins, and a positive attitude.

And that's all I got. Good luck to you, and God bless.

[–] 2 pts

I second cutting sugar. I will add that on a meat/fat/vegetable diet the best fats are the saturated ones like butter, animal fats and palm/coconut oil. The unsaturated liquid fats actually go rancid inside your body.

Please also see my comment: https://poal.co/s/AskPoal/414379/9949b0fe-a613-41d1-a003-58e1cd7c05fc#cmnts

[–] [deleted] 2 pts

This is a good idea, cancer cells use glucose 3x faster than normal cells. Simply switching to a keto style diet and fasting a couple times a week starves them, but doesn't affect normal cells.