Hi
Just wanted to ask if anyone has opinions about antioxidants and vitamins to take ? My consultant said she didn't believe in it but my friends nurse advised to take selenium, eat Brazil nuts , and increase vitamin C and D .
Any advice appreciated . Thanks
My consultant said not to take any vitamins and extra bits now cause they need the chemo to work and some vitamins work against chemo. Vitamin C is one specifically mentioned, but other friends that have been on this journey suggested a good vitamin B and definitely vitamin D3 coupled with a good probiotic to keep your gut healthy. I have opted to just go with chemo and get the nutrients and vitamins I need from food I eat. Trust and listen to your body, she will guide you xxx
Thank you for your reply . I will stick to good food and vit B n D .
Keep safe n best wishes x
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