I highly encourage anyone who has a little spare land or area for containers to grow Asian greens, kale, spinach, etc. They are easy to grow and can provide a near constant source of greens without having to spend the money at a grocery store. There are many RUclips videos showing how to garden even in urban environments. BTW, I love your backdrop of plants!
Growing your own greens can be both cost-effective and rewarding. It's a great way to ensure a fresh supply of nutritious produce while enjoying the process of gardening. We're glad you appreciate the backdrop - adding a touch of greenery always brings a refreshing environment to the video.
Your videos are extremely helpful and memorable (particularly because of your cadence in presentation and the captions summarizing what you are saying). You did not mention dairy products in this video. I have heard conflicting reports about eating dairy. I just went through surgery and radiation treatment for Stage 1b hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. I am currently taking Letrazole. Because I have osteopenia, I have been eating non-fat Greek yogurt with blueberries (for breakfast) and low fat cottage cheese (as a snack) every day. I find these two foods provide great amounts of protein and calcium. One of my friends with cancer said that she had heard one should only have four servings of dairy a week. That would be a dilemma for me, if true, since the best source of calcium is through what we eat rather than supplements.
Check out our video on dairy products: ruclips.net/video/1fhu8U75chw/видео.html. While there are reasons people might recommend limiting dairy, none of them is related to breast cancer or its outcome.
Thank you so much. I am on my Metastatic breast cancer journey and thriving. In fact, I’m going to celebrate my six year this coming March after being told that I have only three months to live.I I follow all the dietary recommendatins you’ve mentioned along my hormones therapy ( Kisqali and Letrozole) but I believe my diet and exercise has a big role . It’s also wonderful to hear that kind of recommendations coming from a doctor like you. Although I have a great Oncologist, I don’t get support nor recommendations from him. My question is how about a dieter recommendation for those women who are triple negative?
Hi saron, I Was wondering er positive breast cancer type of diet you follow, example do you eat meat? Or plant based diet or Mediterranean diet? Please thank you❤
ER PR positive Her 2 Negative.. 80 % of the time I consume a lot of Vegetables, fresh fruits and I also juice such as carrots, cabbages, cucumbers and beets .. fish every other week, feta or goat cheese as well. I hope I answered your question.
@@saronghezai Thank you for this! Do you ever eat any animal sources besides fish? I am also estrogen positive and I was encouraged to drink matcha and green tea. I wish you the best! ❤
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We created this video specifically because people with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer were asking for dietary information in their type of cancer. The dietary recommendations are the same for people with hormone receptor negative breast cancer. There is less of a theoretical concern about dietary sources of estrogen in hormone receptor negative breast cancer.
I'm glad I happened across this channel. I was diagnosed 3/15 of this year with Stage 1A invasive ductal breast CA. I'm still in the "finding out the plan stage" so this information is very helpful. I am a very high risk surgical candidate due to having extensive PEs and DVTs this past June.....so, I'm hoping to find information on Healthy solutions to breast CA. looking foward to any insights
Hey Dr.Jennifer griggs, My mom have stage 3 breat cancer Er/pr positive her2 negative . Doctors are going to give 8 chemos and then surgery followed by hormone therapy . Can u please share ur opinion on this and can u please tell how to reduce the chances of Reccurance and if at all there is way to completely stop cancer from Reccuring again🙏.
This was very helpful. I am wondering about soy and if we know definitively if eating organic tofu, tempeh etc is good for preventing recurrence or potentially harmful in terms of cancer. Thank you.
Thanks for watching and your comment. Dietary soy is just fine! You may find our video about soy to be helpful: ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html.
I have triple positive breast cancer. It is stage one and BRCA negative. I am currently undergoing chemotherapy, have had four rounds (3 weeks apart) ❤so far and have two or three more sessions. Two days after the chemo I can barely get out of bed and for the next two weeks I feels sicker than I ever felt in my life. I have awful peripheral neuropathy and my ability to taste and smell has been very reduced. I just got my team to recommend d Alpha lopoic acid. Do you have any suggestions?
This sounds really hard. You are doing everything right. If the neuropathy symptoms are interfering with function (unable to button buttons, unable to pick a coin up off a flat surface), your team may recommend a change to your regimen (dose or drugs). It is helpful to them if you can give them details about your symptoms. Hoping everything goes better for you.
Thank you for this video as your tips are always so helpful. ❤ Is there a daily limit on the flaxseed that you would recommend so you don’t over consume them? Also, my nutritionist/fitness coach seems to push lean meat ( 93%lean grass fed beef, turkey, chicken, fish, eggs) and he says we need animal protein for muscle growth. He also encourages fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Is there any concern adding lean meat in the diet and is there any risk of recurrence with meat from animal sources?
Check out our video about red meat here: ruclips.net/video/6B1eDC8ftyg/видео.html. In terms of flax seed, most recommendations are to limit to 4-5 tablespoons (28-35 grams) of flaxseed per day to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
Great video, but I ate all that she says, only perhaps a bit too little omega 3, but don't forget body and mind are one, so don't forget what happened before you got breastcancer like me. A mental schock, losing your original self, pleasing others, top much stress etc, not expressing your emotions well etc. Work on that too. Meditate etc. Good luck.
You're absolutely right-mind and body are connected, and addressing emotional patterns, stress, and self-care is crucial for overall well-being. We have many videos on emotional support, mindfulness, and coping strategies that may be helpful on this journey.
Is it healthy to take tumeric flaxseed oil and other supplements in that line to avoid cancer coming back? I'm a estrogen and progesterone type of cancer was caught on stage two and had a lumpectomy chemotherapy and radiation and now I'm a high risk recurrent cancer patient. I have to take tamaxophen for 5 years.
Check out our video on soy ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html and our video on dairy ruclips.net/video/1fhu8U75chw/видео.html. Results from studies of turmeric are mixed, so most people do not recommend taking turmeric supplements. Turmeric in the diet is just fine.
Can you do a video on understanding statistics with targeted therapy for people like myself who were diagnosed metastatic and never had chemo or radiation. Targeted therapy with hormone therapy was my first line of therapy. My doctor says I have to be on these medications for the rest of my life even if I go NED so I’m confused on why.
Good question. You may find our video on metastatic breast cancer to be helpful as it discusses de novo breast cancer (breast cancer that is metastatic at diagnosis) ruclips.net/video/RWer3rA6m00/видео.html . In general, if a treatment is working for advanced breast cancer, treatment is continued until it no longer works. As long as someone is tolerating treatment, outcomes are improved with continuous therapy.
Is it true that coffee pineapple, grapefruit, beef, shellfish, sugar, diminish Herceptin's effect? (I googled Foods to eat and avoid during Herceptin Treatment. from a page called Foods for Breast Cancer, and it has a whole list of things. Now I feel bad for eating and drinking some of the things off the list. I mean even when I go for treatment they serve cookies, coffee and juice at the Cancer Center. Thanks for your wonderful advice Your voice is so calming.
This is an interesting website you reference. There are no scientific citations (references to published studies), however and no information about the credentials of the people who have created the website. There are currently no published studies or information that specifies that certain foods have to be avoided.
Thank you dr Griggs, so mostly plant based diets and fish is the best for er pr positive her negative breast cancer? Sound like Mediterranean diet. Thank you
Hi, in 2019 i was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer stage zero. I did chemotherapy and was in remission until 2022 did chemotherapy and radiation. I had recurrence again in November 2023 and is currently doing more chemotherapy via tablets. Can you give me any pointer on what diet is best for me as I weigh 270 pound and live in the Caribbean. I'm 41 years old.
Thanks for writing. In people on oral anticancer therapy, there can be some drug-food interactions. It would therefore be important to check with your medical team. We also have a video about foods to eat while on chemotherapy that may be of interest: ruclips.net/video/Co82dK3XD9o/видео.html
Some people with inflammatory breast cancer develop something called peau d'orange, which translates into "skin of the orange" because the skin resembles an orange peel. Because of the skin involvement, this is generally Stage III breast cancer.
Thank you for valuable video. I had to stop pacitaxil chemotherapy after 7 weekly dose. I was admitted to hospital and was diagnosed with RA-ILD. What is next treatment options. Can i be put on hormone therapy or continue chemo??
Thanks for writing. For our other viewers, RA-ILD stands for rheumatoid arthritis associated interstitial lung disease. Your medical team will help you weigh the risks and benefits of continuing chemotherapy. It is not uncommon for people with other medical conditions to have to have their treatment modified, including stopping before planned, to avoid worsening of those underlying medical problems. It's important for your medical team to see you as a whole person. We are wishing you the best.
Can i take whey protein powder ,soy products,milk products with triple negative BC and slight positive progesterone 3/5 ,done with my treatment taking verzinio and letrazol.
Soy products are often debated in hormone-positive cancers but are typically considered safe in moderation. Since your treatment includes letrozole, which impacts hormone levels, it’s best to consult your oncologist or a dietitian familiar with cancer care to tailor advice specifically to your needs. Check out our video on the safety of estrogen-containing foods here [ruclips.net/video/8Pp6SDkllqk/видео.html].
The treatment options for breast cancer depends on many factors. It's the case that most people with HER2-positive breast cancer will be offered treatment with chemotherapy and targeted therapies like trastuzumab. If you’re in the U.S., we encourage her to visit yerbba.com to learn about her personalized treatment options.
Thank you for the video:) what about the cheese, avocado, and some of citrus fruits such as lemon, tangerine, and orange? (I heard grapefruit is not good..)
Thank you for your Vedio doctor! I have stage 3 hormonal positive breast cancer, dose suger, seeetes, chocolate, or salty food increase risk of recurrenceof cancer ?!
Thank you for your question! While there is no strong evidence that sugar, sweets, chocolate, or salty foods directly increase the risk of cancer recurrence, it’s important to maintain a balanced diet for overall health. We do recommend that people avoid alcohol. Moderation is key, and focusing on a healthy lifestyle can support your treatment and recovery.
Turmeric can have anti-inflammatory benefits, but since it can sometimes interact with medications, it’s important to discuss it with your oncologist. Turmeric in small amounts, like tea, is generally safe, but larger doses can potentially affect the effectiveness of letrozole.
We don’t recommend protein powders as the primary source of nutrition. Whole foods like lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy, beans, and nuts provide a balanced array of nutrients without the additives or high levels of processed soy often found in protein powders. Eating real food is more beneficial for long-term health and aligns better with dietary needs during or after breast cancer treatment.
Thank you so much, I do have a question regarding estrogen diets. I have been told by doctors in Denmark I should evoid all the plant based diet who contains estrogen, and I must say it is very difficult. Can you please tell what food is best to avoid? I will be grateful for an answer. Best wishes Denmark
Hi, we have a video dedicated to the safety of estrogen-containing foods here [ruclips.net/video/8Pp6SDkllqk/видео.html] we think you may find helpful. Make sure to subscribe for more insights and support as you navigate this journey, the Yerbba community is here for you.
I really don’t get my leafy greens in like I should, I had surgery 6 weeks ago for IDC ER/PR + HER2- stage 1, grade 1 but my mammaprint came back high risk. Will having the green powder drinks be harmful?
Generally, green powder drinks shouldn’t be harmful, but it’s always good to confirm with your medical team. If there's any way to increase your intake of leafy greens as they naturally occur, and we know it can be hard! Thank you for watching and being part of our community.
Hello Mam, My mother is 61. She has been diagnosed with Metastatic ER/PR positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. It has spread to bone only. The doctor said he wont do any surgery and asked us to meet the medical oncologist for hormone therapy and chemo. Is this treatment correct?
Your mother and me seems the same.I have breast cancer with bone metastis.My oncologist didn't recommend surgery for now,instead I have to take tablet every day to slow the cancer while doing the bone treatment.
Your mother is fortunate to have you looking out for her. For metastatic ER/PR positive, HER2 negative breast cancer that has spread to the bones, it’s common for doctors to recommend hormonal therapy first and possibly chemotherapy at some point. Surgery may be offered at some point if the disease in the bone responds to systemic treatment, but surgery will not alter her outcome Your mother is also likely to be offered antiresorptive therapy for the bone (see our video on bisphosphonates here: ruclips.net/video/S2KJnxjKpJg/видео.html) and chemotherapy rather than surgery, since the cancer is not confined to one area. It’s always a good idea to discuss all treatment options with the medical oncologist to ensure it’s the best approach for your mother. It may be helpful to know that bone-only metastases are associated with a much better prognosis than if cancer is in other parts of the body.
Thanks you so much for the reply. It's very hard to believe for me that the disease has progressed this much as by God's grace, she is not having any discomfort now. When the treatment starts, will it worsen? Also, I have added soaked almonds, raisins, berries, walnut, fruits like apple, pomegranate, kiwi, banana, and recently powdered flaxseeds, and dry turmeric. Can you recommend if it's the right way? Also is the type she has (ER/pr +ve, her2 -ve, a slow growing one?@@yerbba
Plz not involve citrus fruits and pomagranute in your diet My mother is same too as your mom but my onciologist suggest target tharapy insted hormone therapy
Olive oil in this way is an alternative to having olive oil in a meal as long as someone can tolerate a mouthful of oil. We are not aware that taking olive oil as a teaspoonful is either beneficial or harmful.
Soy in dietary form is safe in people with a history of breast cancer. We do not recommend soy powders or shakes. You may find it helpful to watch our video on soy and breast cancer: ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html.
What happens when you get COVID and neumonia you see I got breast cancer in 2022. Recently I got COVID-19 and neumonia. How long should I rest at home after being discharged from the hospital?
There's no required time that people have to rest. In terms of chemotherapy, once the COVID test is negative and a person is feeling well (able to do their daily activities), treatment can generally start. Each person is different, however, and your medical team can help determine the best time to start.
Yes, flaxseeds in moderation are generally considered safe during hormonal therapy, and they can even be beneficial for overall health. You can watch our video here [ruclips.net/video/pBdNEdO0zsA/видео.html] for more information. However, large amounts of raw garlic during chemotherapy may interfere with treatment.
Thank you, Dr. Griggs for sharing. Could you address any possible issues with Type 2 diabetes & hormone therapy. I will soon begin my Anastrozole journey.
I, too, have a recent diagnosis of T2D and have begun Anastrozole following a lumpectomy and targeted radiation. Any guidance would be so very appreciated. I appreciate the straight-forward/clear approach to your videos!
Anastrozole is safe in people with diabetes and avoids the slight although real risk of blood clots from tamoxifen. Diabetes is a risk factor for blood clots, so the AIs may be preferred for that reason.
What a great and informative video! I am sharing it with my family so we can make some dietary changes now. For reference, I am in the first year of my journey: diagnosis May 2023 Clinical Stage 1B ER+ PR+ HER2+ grade 3 invasive intraductal carcinoma; genetic testing negative and no family history; s/p neoadjuvant chemotherapy with some significant complications (GI and neuropathy); s/p lumpectomy and radiation with complete pathologic remission; currently undergoing adjuvant chermotherapy and beginning letrozole). I am praying for all of my sisters and brothers going through this journey. Thank you Dr. Griggs and Yerbba for providing this community!
After breast cancer, can it hurt you if you have too much sugar? I had heard that cancer eats off of sugar and that we should be limiting it. Thank you for answering my question. From Virginia.🎀🎀🙏🏼
I don’t know if you saw my question but again it was about if having too much sugary treats, muffins, candy, or even sugar in your coffee, does that draw cancer in your body because I have heard that cancer feeds off of sugar. I would really like to know what the answer is if you can answer it. Thank you.🎀🎀✝️
Thank you for your question. The idea that sugar directly 'feeds' cancer is a common concern, but current research shows that sugar itself doesn’t cause cancer growth. That said, maintaining a balanced diet is always important for overall health. We have a video here [ruclips.net/video/HbUNShJvzxE/видео.html] that you may find helpful and interesting about the relationship between sugar and breast cancer development and growth.
There's a lot of misinformation out there about diet and cancer. Currently, there's no evidence that you need to avoid eggs and chicken if you have breast cancer. Thanks for watching.
I am ER/PR positve Her2 Negative..They said I will take tamoxifine but I didnt decide to take yet..Now they called me for Radiation.... I am confused....
Thanks for writing with your experience. In addition to surgery, both tamoxifen and radiation therapy are offered to many people with breast cancer. Tamoxifen goes throughout the whole body while radiation therapy is directed only at a specific location. It is safe and effective to take tamoxifen while on radiation therapy.
Just like other people, many oncologists have had breast and other cancers. Doctors tend not to share their personal health history to avoid an inversion of the patient-doctor relationship.
So, in other words, as you secretly slipped in antioxidants towards the end of this video, is that NO VITAMINS whatsoever should be ingested if on chemotherapy. I wish you would have said this straight on instead of all the shenanigans. Truth is, nobody really knows anything anymore. It's all conjecture.
You caught us giving a bonus about antioxidants in addition to our other video about antioxidants. The video on which you commented is about diet as a whole, thus the separate video. We have a video that goes more in-depth about antioxidants, and we encourage you to check it out for further clarification: ruclips.net/video/4NX2tcPbDVU/видео.html.
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I highly encourage anyone who has a little spare land or area for containers to grow Asian greens, kale, spinach, etc. They are easy to grow and can provide a near constant source of greens without having to spend the money at a grocery store. There are many RUclips videos showing how to garden even in urban environments. BTW, I love your backdrop of plants!
Growing your own greens can be both cost-effective and rewarding. It's a great way to ensure a fresh supply of nutritious produce while enjoying the process of gardening. We're glad you appreciate the backdrop - adding a touch of greenery always brings a refreshing environment to the video.
Your videos are extremely helpful and memorable (particularly because of your cadence in presentation and the captions summarizing what you are saying). You did not mention dairy products in this video. I have heard conflicting reports about eating dairy. I just went through surgery and radiation treatment for Stage 1b hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. I am currently taking Letrazole. Because I have osteopenia, I have been eating non-fat Greek yogurt with blueberries (for breakfast) and low fat cottage cheese (as a snack) every day. I find these two foods provide great amounts of protein and calcium. One of my friends with cancer said that she had heard one should only have four servings of dairy a week. That would be a dilemma for me, if true, since the best source of calcium is through what we eat rather than supplements.
Check out our video on dairy products: ruclips.net/video/1fhu8U75chw/видео.html. While there are reasons people might recommend limiting dairy, none of them is related to breast cancer or its outcome.
Thank you so much. I am on my Metastatic breast cancer journey and thriving. In fact, I’m going to celebrate my six year this coming March after being told that I have only three months to live.I I follow all the dietary recommendatins you’ve mentioned along my hormones therapy ( Kisqali and Letrozole) but I believe my diet and exercise has a big role . It’s also wonderful to hear that kind of recommendations coming from a doctor like you. Although I have a great Oncologist, I don’t get support nor recommendations from him. My question is how about a dieter recommendation for those women who are triple negative?
Hi saron, I Was wondering er positive breast cancer type of diet you follow, example do you eat meat? Or plant based diet or Mediterranean diet? Please thank you❤
ER PR positive Her 2 Negative.. 80 % of the time I consume a lot of Vegetables, fresh fruits and I also juice such as carrots, cabbages, cucumbers and beets .. fish every other week, feta or goat cheese as well. I hope I answered your question.
@@saronghezai
Thank you for this! Do you ever eat any animal sources besides fish? I am also estrogen positive and I was encouraged to drink matcha and green tea. I wish you the best! ❤
@@saronghezaithank you so much❤
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We created this video specifically because people with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer were asking for dietary information in their type of cancer. The dietary recommendations are the same for people with hormone receptor negative breast cancer. There is less of a theoretical concern about dietary sources of estrogen in hormone receptor negative breast cancer.
Do you have a video on signs of recurrence and follow up testing after double mastectomy for IDC HR+?
Please same for ILC Er+ HER2+, thank you
We do. Check out this video: ruclips.net/video/Wp3w3ByAhSw/видео.html
I'm glad I happened across this channel. I was diagnosed 3/15 of this year with Stage 1A invasive ductal breast CA. I'm still in the "finding out the plan stage" so this information is very helpful. I am a very high risk surgical candidate due to having extensive PEs and DVTs this past June.....so, I'm hoping to find information on Healthy solutions to breast CA. looking foward to any insights
We're so happy that you're here. Let us know if there are specific questions we can answer with a video, and keep coming back.
Hey Dr.Jennifer griggs,
My mom have stage 3 breat cancer
Er/pr positive her2 negative .
Doctors are going to give 8 chemos and then surgery followed by hormone therapy .
Can u please share ur opinion on this and can u please tell how to reduce the chances of Reccurance and if at all there is way to completely stop cancer from Reccuring again🙏.
This is a comprehensive treatment plan and is very likely to reduce the risk of recurrence markedly.
@@yerbba When it is HER2- , why Chemo is given. ?
Thank you for the balanced presentation. Could you do a video on supplementing with Diindolylmethane (DIM) after treatment?
Great question. The data on DIM are extremely limited in people with breast cancer.
This was very helpful. I am wondering about soy and if we know definitively if eating organic tofu, tempeh etc is good for preventing recurrence or potentially harmful in terms of cancer. Thank you.
Thanks for watching and your comment. Dietary soy is just fine! You may find our video about soy to be helpful: ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html.
I have triple positive breast cancer. It is stage one and BRCA negative. I am currently undergoing chemotherapy, have had four rounds (3 weeks apart) ❤so far and have two or three more sessions. Two days after the chemo I can barely get out of bed and for the next two weeks I feels sicker than I ever felt in my life. I have awful peripheral neuropathy and my ability to taste and smell has been very reduced. I just got my team to recommend d Alpha lopoic acid. Do you have any suggestions?
This sounds really hard. You are doing everything right. If the neuropathy symptoms are interfering with function (unable to button buttons, unable to pick a coin up off a flat surface), your team may recommend a change to your regimen (dose or drugs). It is helpful to them if you can give them details about your symptoms. Hoping everything goes better for you.
May I ask what regimen are you on for your triple positive BC?
Thank you for this video as your tips are always so helpful. ❤ Is there a daily limit on the flaxseed that you would recommend so you don’t over consume them? Also, my nutritionist/fitness coach seems to push lean meat ( 93%lean grass fed beef, turkey, chicken, fish, eggs) and he says we need animal protein for muscle growth. He also encourages fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Is there any concern adding lean meat in the diet and is there any risk of recurrence with meat from animal sources?
Check out our video about red meat here: ruclips.net/video/6B1eDC8ftyg/видео.html. In terms of flax seed, most recommendations are to limit to 4-5 tablespoons (28-35 grams) of flaxseed per day to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
Happy Evening doctor,
Please post a diet video for ER PR negative and HER positive cancer patients
Thanks for the suggestion. We'll add it to our list.
Great video, but I ate all that she says, only perhaps a bit too little omega 3, but don't forget body and mind are one, so don't forget what happened before you got breastcancer like me.
A mental schock, losing your original self, pleasing others, top much stress etc, not expressing your emotions well etc. Work on that too. Meditate etc. Good luck.
You're absolutely right-mind and body are connected, and addressing emotional patterns, stress, and self-care is crucial for overall well-being. We have many videos on emotional support, mindfulness, and coping strategies that may be helpful on this journey.
Your story sounds like mine and Thank you for the Encouragement... God Bless you tremendously in your healing 🙏
Is it healthy to take tumeric flaxseed oil and other supplements in that line to avoid cancer coming back? I'm a estrogen and progesterone type of cancer was caught on stage two and had a lumpectomy chemotherapy and radiation and now I'm a high risk recurrent cancer patient. I have to take tamaxophen for 5 years.
Check out our video on soy ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html and our video on dairy ruclips.net/video/1fhu8U75chw/видео.html. Results from studies of turmeric are mixed, so most people do not recommend taking turmeric supplements. Turmeric in the diet is just fine.
Can you do a video on understanding statistics with targeted therapy for people like myself who were diagnosed metastatic and never had chemo or radiation. Targeted therapy with hormone therapy was my first line of therapy. My doctor says I have to be on these medications for the rest of my life even if I go NED so I’m confused on why.
Good question. You may find our video on metastatic breast cancer to be helpful as it discusses de novo breast cancer (breast cancer that is metastatic at diagnosis) ruclips.net/video/RWer3rA6m00/видео.html . In general, if a treatment is working for advanced breast cancer, treatment is continued until it no longer works. As long as someone is tolerating treatment, outcomes are improved with continuous therapy.
Thank you doctor for youre info. I love youre video’s. Its so clear explained. Thank you so much.
We appreciate the positive feedback. Thank you for being part of our Yerbba community!
Is it true that coffee pineapple, grapefruit, beef, shellfish, sugar, diminish Herceptin's effect? (I googled Foods to eat and avoid during Herceptin Treatment. from a page called Foods for Breast Cancer, and it has a whole list of things. Now I feel bad for eating and drinking some of the things off the list. I mean even when I go for treatment they serve cookies, coffee and juice at the Cancer Center. Thanks for your wonderful advice Your voice is so calming.
This is an interesting website you reference. There are no scientific citations (references to published studies), however and no information about the credentials of the people who have created the website. There are currently no published studies or information that specifies that certain foods have to be avoided.
Thank you dr Griggs, so mostly plant based diets and fish is the best for er pr positive her negative breast cancer? Sound like Mediterranean diet.
Thank you
You're right…it is really similar to the Mediterranean diet.
Thank you Dr Griggs
Hi, in 2019 i was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer stage zero. I did chemotherapy and was in remission until 2022 did chemotherapy and radiation. I had recurrence again in November 2023 and is currently doing more chemotherapy via tablets.
Can you give me any pointer on what diet is best for me as I weigh 270 pound and live in the Caribbean. I'm 41 years old.
I also had a bilateral mastectomy.
@@LilyWhite-w5y Hello you live in the Caribbean get soursop and the leaves drink and eat it
Thanks for writing. In people on oral anticancer therapy, there can be some drug-food interactions. It would therefore be important to check with your medical team. We also have a video about foods to eat while on chemotherapy that may be of interest: ruclips.net/video/Co82dK3XD9o/видео.html
Always so helpful, thank you dear ❤❤❤
Your support means a lot to us! Thank you for watching.
Hi Doc, kindly address my question in you up coming video..is sn orange peel like breast stage 2 or 3
Some people with inflammatory breast cancer develop something called peau d'orange, which translates into "skin of the orange" because the skin resembles an orange peel. Because of the skin involvement, this is generally Stage III breast cancer.
Thank you for valuable video. I had to stop pacitaxil chemotherapy after 7 weekly dose. I was admitted to hospital and was diagnosed with RA-ILD. What is next treatment options. Can i be put on hormone therapy or continue chemo??
Thanks for writing. For our other viewers, RA-ILD stands for rheumatoid arthritis associated interstitial lung disease. Your medical team will help you weigh the risks and benefits of continuing chemotherapy. It is not uncommon for people with other medical conditions to have to have their treatment modified, including stopping before planned, to avoid worsening of those underlying medical problems. It's important for your medical team to see you as a whole person. We are wishing you the best.
Can i take whey protein powder ,soy products,milk products with triple negative BC and slight positive progesterone 3/5 ,done with my treatment taking verzinio and letrazol.
Soy products are often debated in hormone-positive cancers but are typically considered safe in moderation. Since your treatment includes letrozole, which impacts hormone levels, it’s best to consult your oncologist or a dietitian familiar with cancer care to tailor advice specifically to your needs. Check out our video on the safety of estrogen-containing foods here [ruclips.net/video/8Pp6SDkllqk/видео.html].
hi doctor my sister have her 2 positive ER PR negative in 3rd stage breast C please suggest treatment
The treatment options for breast cancer depends on many factors. It's the case that most people with HER2-positive breast cancer will be offered treatment with chemotherapy and targeted therapies like trastuzumab. If you’re in the U.S., we encourage her to visit yerbba.com to learn about her personalized treatment options.
@@yerbba i am from pakistan
@@azanshazain9180For HER2+ , it is chemo with Trastuzumab given in India.
Thank you for all your videos. The content is great
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Very interesting.
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Thank you for the video:) what about the cheese, avocado, and some of citrus fruits such as lemon, tangerine, and orange? (I heard grapefruit is not good..)
All of these are great to eat. You are right about grapefruit. Stay tuned for upcoming videos about which foods to eat and avoid during treatment.
Thank you so much!
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Very helpful. Thank you!
Thank you for watching and being part of the Yerbba community.
Thank you for the information. I am still not sure about linseed. Is it ok to eat under Letrozole therapy?
Dietary linseed is likely to be fine. Supplements are highly processed and probably do not offer benefit.
Thank you for your Vedio doctor! I have stage 3 hormonal positive breast cancer, dose suger, seeetes, chocolate, or salty food increase risk of recurrenceof cancer ?!
Thank you for your question! While there is no strong evidence that sugar, sweets, chocolate, or salty foods directly increase the risk of cancer recurrence, it’s important to maintain a balanced diet for overall health. We do recommend that people avoid alcohol. Moderation is key, and focusing on a healthy lifestyle can support your treatment and recovery.
I’m taking Letrozole and drinking turmeric tea is this good when you taking Letrozole 2.5 gram. Thank you
Turmeric can have anti-inflammatory benefits, but since it can sometimes interact with medications, it’s important to discuss it with your oncologist. Turmeric in small amounts, like tea, is generally safe, but larger doses can potentially affect the effectiveness of letrozole.
Please suggest best protein powder brands for triple negative but slight progesterone positive 3/5 BC.
We don’t recommend protein powders as the primary source of nutrition. Whole foods like lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy, beans, and nuts provide a balanced array of nutrients without the additives or high levels of processed soy often found in protein powders. Eating real food is more beneficial for long-term health and aligns better with dietary needs during or after breast cancer treatment.
Thank you! 🙏❤️🙏
Your support means a lot to us! Thank you for watching.
Thank you so much, I do have a question regarding estrogen diets.
I have been told by doctors in Denmark I should evoid all the plant based diet who contains estrogen, and I must say it is very difficult.
Can you please tell what food is best to avoid? I will be grateful for an answer.
Best wishes
Denmark
Hi, we have a video dedicated to the safety of estrogen-containing foods here [ruclips.net/video/8Pp6SDkllqk/видео.html] we think you may find helpful. Make sure to subscribe for more insights and support as you navigate this journey, the Yerbba community is here for you.
Dr. Any word on Elderberry pls? Thank you!
Thanks for your patience! There is not enough information about elderberry to advise it in people with breast cancer.
I really don’t get my leafy greens in like I should, I had surgery 6 weeks ago for IDC ER/PR + HER2- stage 1, grade 1 but my mammaprint came back high risk. Will having the green powder drinks be harmful?
Generally, green powder drinks shouldn’t be harmful, but it’s always good to confirm with your medical team. If there's any way to increase your intake of leafy greens as they naturally occur, and we know it can be hard! Thank you for watching and being part of our community.
Hello Mam,
My mother is 61. She has been diagnosed with Metastatic ER/PR positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. It has spread to bone only. The doctor said he wont do any surgery and asked us to meet the medical oncologist for hormone therapy and chemo. Is this treatment correct?
Your mother and me seems the same.I have breast cancer with bone metastis.My oncologist didn't recommend surgery for now,instead I have to take tablet every day to slow the cancer while doing the bone treatment.
Your mother is fortunate to have you looking out for her. For metastatic ER/PR positive, HER2 negative breast cancer that has spread to the bones, it’s common for doctors to recommend hormonal therapy first and possibly chemotherapy at some point. Surgery may be offered at some point if the disease in the bone responds to systemic treatment, but surgery will not alter her outcome Your mother is also likely to be offered antiresorptive therapy for the bone (see our video on bisphosphonates here: ruclips.net/video/S2KJnxjKpJg/видео.html) and chemotherapy rather than surgery, since the cancer is not confined to one area. It’s always a good idea to discuss all treatment options with the medical oncologist to ensure it’s the best approach for your mother. It may be helpful to know that bone-only metastases are associated with a much better prognosis than if cancer is in other parts of the body.
Thanks you so much for the reply. It's very hard to believe for me that the disease has progressed this much as by God's grace, she is not having any discomfort now. When the treatment starts, will it worsen? Also, I have added soaked almonds, raisins, berries, walnut, fruits like apple, pomegranate, kiwi, banana, and recently powdered flaxseeds, and dry turmeric. Can you recommend if it's the right way? Also is the type she has (ER/pr +ve, her2 -ve, a slow growing one?@@yerbba
Plz not involve citrus fruits and pomagranute in your diet
My mother is same too as your mom but my onciologist suggest target tharapy insted hormone therapy
Will eating a spoon of olive oil in morning help ? Please reply
Olive oil in this way is an alternative to having olive oil in a meal as long as someone can tolerate a mouthful of oil. We are not aware that taking olive oil as a teaspoonful is either beneficial or harmful.
Do you think that eating edamame soybeans has a bad effect? I heard something that soybean has a similar effect to estrogen
Soy in dietary form is safe in people with a history of breast cancer. We do not recommend soy powders or shakes. You may find it helpful to watch our video on soy and breast cancer: ruclips.net/video/01dhxS9KBTE/видео.html.
Thank you so much. I'll be letting my mom know about this video!😊
You're welcome! We hope your mom finds this video helpful!
What happens when you get COVID and neumonia you see I got breast cancer in 2022. Recently I got COVID-19 and neumonia. How long should I rest at home after being discharged from the hospital?
There's no required time that people have to rest. In terms of chemotherapy, once the COVID test is negative and a person is feeling well (able to do their daily activities), treatment can generally start. Each person is different, however, and your medical team can help determine the best time to start.
How can we watch the video with translation
Currently, our videos only include English subtitles, but you can use RUclips's auto-generated translation feature to watch them in other languages.
Can i eat flex seeds and raw garlic. Cardmom....in hormones thrapy for 5 years
Yes, flaxseeds in moderation are generally considered safe during hormonal therapy, and they can even be beneficial for overall health. You can watch our video here [ruclips.net/video/pBdNEdO0zsA/видео.html] for more information. However, large amounts of raw garlic during chemotherapy may interfere with treatment.
Thank you, Dr. Griggs for sharing. Could you address any possible issues with Type 2 diabetes & hormone therapy. I will soon begin my Anastrozole journey.
I, too, have a recent diagnosis of T2D and have begun Anastrozole following a lumpectomy and targeted radiation. Any guidance would be so very appreciated. I appreciate the straight-forward/clear approach to your videos!
Anastrozole is safe in people with diabetes and avoids the slight although real risk of blood clots from tamoxifen. Diabetes is a risk factor for blood clots, so the AIs may be preferred for that reason.
What a great and informative video! I am sharing it with my family so we can make some dietary changes now. For reference, I am in the first year of my journey: diagnosis May 2023 Clinical Stage 1B ER+ PR+ HER2+ grade 3 invasive intraductal carcinoma; genetic testing negative and no family history; s/p neoadjuvant chemotherapy with some significant complications (GI and neuropathy); s/p lumpectomy and radiation with complete pathologic remission; currently undergoing adjuvant chermotherapy and beginning letrozole). I am praying for all of my sisters and brothers going through this journey. Thank you Dr. Griggs and Yerbba for providing this community!
What about dairy? Should we avoid dairy?
I am wondering the same & have been told yes & no. ?
Thanks for the question. We do have a video about dairy and breast cancer here: ruclips.net/video/1fhu8U75chw/видео.html.
Can taking estradiol cause breast cancer if you have dense breast tissue??????????,???
In general, exogenous (not that in our own body) is used only when people have severe effects of menopause regardless of breast density.
After breast cancer, can it hurt you if you have too much sugar? I had heard that cancer eats off of sugar and that we should be limiting it. Thank you for answering my question. From Virginia.🎀🎀🙏🏼
I don’t know if you saw my question but again it was about if having too much sugary treats, muffins, candy, or even sugar in your coffee, does that draw cancer in your body because I have heard that cancer feeds off of sugar. I would really like to know what the answer is if you can answer it. Thank you.🎀🎀✝️
Thank you for your question. The idea that sugar directly 'feeds' cancer is a common concern, but current research shows that sugar itself doesn’t cause cancer growth. That said, maintaining a balanced diet is always important for overall health. We have a video here [ruclips.net/video/HbUNShJvzxE/видео.html] that you may find helpful and interesting about the relationship between sugar and breast cancer development and growth.
I would be careful with salmon very high heavy metals better wild cod and sardines they small fish and usually clean from mercury.
Thanks for your thoughts.
What foods to eat with Herceptin treatment.
There are no limitations on what someone can eat.
Is it true that if you have breast cancer you should avoid eating eggs and chicken?
There's a lot of misinformation out there about diet and cancer. Currently, there's no evidence that you need to avoid eggs and chicken if you have breast cancer. Thanks for watching.
I am ER/PR positve Her2 Negative..They said I will take tamoxifine but I didnt decide to take yet..Now they called me for Radiation.... I am confused....
Thanks for writing with your experience. In addition to surgery, both tamoxifen and radiation therapy are offered to many people with breast cancer. Tamoxifen goes throughout the whole body while radiation therapy is directed only at a specific location. It is safe and effective to take tamoxifen while on radiation therapy.
Why oncologists don't get breast cancer ??? How they prevent it ?? I have never seen an oncologist sufferung from cancer .
Yes my had cancer
Just like other people, many oncologists have had breast and other cancers. Doctors tend not to share their personal health history to avoid an inversion of the patient-doctor relationship.
That's not true and superficial comment.
DrLiozORiordan you can find her ,she has very interesting Videos
Thank you for addressing good nutrition,please tell the little british born oncologist on U tube about this,we are what we EAT !!!
You're absolutely right-nutrition is such an important part of the equation.
So, in other words, as you secretly slipped in antioxidants towards the end of this video, is that NO VITAMINS whatsoever should be ingested if on chemotherapy. I wish you would have said this straight on instead of all the shenanigans. Truth is, nobody really knows anything anymore. It's all conjecture.
You caught us giving a bonus about antioxidants in addition to our other video about antioxidants. The video on which you commented is about diet as a whole, thus the separate video. We have a video that goes more in-depth about antioxidants, and we encourage you to check it out for further clarification: ruclips.net/video/4NX2tcPbDVU/видео.html.
my sister believed you and died in 3 months -THIS IS KILLING PEOPLE
We're deeply sorry for your loss. Losing your sister is devastating. Our videos aim to provide information support that people can use along with their doctor's recommendations. But they cannot replace healthcare professionals. What would be helpful to you now in your grief? Also, we have a video about grief you may find helpful : ruclips.net/video/LeyB83Yyejc/видео.html
Not well thought out video. Too wordy and jumps around with information making it confusing.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re always striving to improve and make our videos as clear and helpful as possible. If there’s a specific part that was confusing, feel free to let us know so we can refine it!
There’s no such thing as non-binary
When it comes to gender identity, there absolutely are non-binary people. Recognizing and respecting each person's self-identified gender can contribute to more inclusive and supportive interactions.