Newly diagnosed

Hi Lou86,

Welcome to the forum. 

Sorry I've never heard this or been advised by anyone to stay away from sugar. 

I've had my op chemo and radiotherapy, now on Letrozole. I don't recall anyone saying no sugar.

I hope you get your treatment plan soon.

Sending hugs xx

Hello,

People have also said this to me and when I spoke with someone in the hospital (can’t remember who now) - there is no evidence I don’t think to show this is true. 

I have never smoked or don’t drink alcohol and still got breast cancer! I wouldn’t say I have the best diet but I know others who are worse and don’t have cancer. 

What indulges can we have? Life is going to be very boring! 

I got told to eat and drink whatever I wanted because your taste buds and what not may disappear for a short period or change while on chemo. 

Good luck on your journey xx

Hi Lou86 

Yes, in answer to your questions - you can have treats!

This is a very old adage and I remember hearing it when I was very young.  Actually the way to think, is look to live a 'healthy life'.  Being very overweight is bad for the heart and puts a strain on the body overall, but indulging in a little of what you want is actually the way to live!  

Initially when I was diagnosed 7 years ago, I was worried about drinking alcohol. I went on holiday and had alcohol when I was a way - shock, horror - the cancer didn't come back   So, look at your lifestyle, if you do everything in moderation (and that includes sugary treats), then this is 100% ok!

Good luck with your treatment, I do hope you do ok - try not to overthink everything you are doing and enjoy your chocolate bars/deserts.

Here's a link to Cancer Research, which proves interesting reading and dispells the myth (unless obese).

Kindest wishes, Lesley

Hi, there is a really good book The Cancer Road Map  written by Dr Liz O'Riordan she was a breast cancer surgeon who developed breast cancer, she answers common questions as well as exposing harmful myths,and hype . I found it really helpful as there is so much mis information out there.

Thank you. I had the chocolate bar and did speak to my oncologist who said the same. Everythibg in moderation.