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Gerri · 10-10-2007, 09:37 AM

Thanks Brenda for you comments. I think sometimes in our quest to become as healthy as we can we don't stop to think that things that are 'natural' are not necessarily good for us. Herbal supplements are not regulated by the FDA therefore there is no way to determine exactly what is in a product. I think the most important message of all is to consult a professional before incorporating herbs and supplements into our daily regimen. Always keep your onc in the loop!

10-10-2007, 09:37 AM	#3
Gerri Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 900	Thanks Brenda for you comments. I think sometimes in our quest to become as healthy as we can we don't stop to think that things that are 'natural' are not necessarily good for us. Herbal supplements are not regulated by the FDA therefore there is no way to determine exactly what is in a product. I think the most important message of all is to consult a professional before incorporating herbs and supplements into our daily regimen. Always keep your onc in the loop! __________________ Gerri Dx: 11/23/05, Lumpectomy 12/12/05 Tumor 2.2 cm, Stage II, Grade 3, Sentinel Node biopsy negative ER+ (30%) /PR+ (50%), HER2+++ AC X 4 dose dense, Taxol X 4 dose dense Herceptin started with 2nd Taxol, given weekly until chemo done then given every 3 weeks for one year ending on March 16, 2007 Radiation 30 treatments Tamoxifen - 2 yrs (pre-menopausal) May 2008 - Feb 2012 Femara Aug 2008 - Feb 2012 Zometa every 6 months March 2012 - Stop Femara, now Evista for bone strengthening ********** Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things. - Robert Brault