Thank you for explaining the difference between whole foods and supplements. I had been concerned about eating antioxidant foods that might interfere with my treatment. 🌺

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

We completely understand your concerns, and we're glad our video could help clarify the difference for you. Thank you for watching.

Thank you, Dr. Griggs, for your informative advice.

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Your support means a lot to us! Thank you for watching.

Very interesting

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

We're glad you found this video interesting. Thanks so much for watching!

Thank you for sharing. Can you provide more information on LCIS.

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

LCIS (lobular carcinoma in situ) is, confusingly, not cancer. Many people have advocated for changing the name. LCIS is associated with a higher risk of developing breast cancer, and some people do have invasive cancer. Overall, LCIS without invasive cancer is not treated with extensive surgery or radiation therapy. People with LCIS are offered endocrine therapy to decrease the risk of developing breast cancer in the side of the LCIS or in the other breast.

@claudia4254

5 ай бұрын

@yerbba what if an individual has been treated for high-grade breast cancer and has now been diagnosed with LCIS, what treatment advice would you give.

Thank you for these informative videos; they have helped me a great deal throughout my cancer ordeal. This might be a dumb question, but do topical antioxidants pose any risks for recurrence? I hade stage 1 cancer and had a lumpectomy and radiation. I try to eat well, and don't take any antioxidant supplements, however, I do use a topical CoQ10 serum on my face, décolletage and arms (though not on my breasts). It's a small amount, and I don't use it religiously, but do topicals pose any threat? I've also been considering using a vitamin C serum. Thanks again.

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Great question. Is is unlikely that topical antioxidants pose a risk.

Great information. Thank you so much!

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! We're so glad you found this video helpful.

I found it a bit confusing when you referred to supplements as including food. I was told that eating whatever food was fine during radiation but not to take the extra supplementation through pills etc. I am now feeling rather nervous because I eat blueberries and strawberries every day for breakfast and I know they are high In antioxidents. I did not supplement with any pills or such. Did I endanger myself by eating an otherwise healthy diet?

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking for clarification. Antioxidants are present in food naturally. Supplements are things that are not in the diet. A diet with antioxidants does not have the super high doses of antioxidants that people try to achieve with supplements.

All your videos are great. I am now 7 weeks post op going for radiotherapy in a month. I feel tired and not focused at all. I need to take B complex supplements. Is it safe at least during this month before radiotherapy treatment? In general I take vit D3+k2, Mg glycinate and Omega3 (the later from time to time). Another q: what about natural turmeric? Moringa powder? Chlorophyll supplement? Please advise Thank you so much

@yerbba

15 күн бұрын

Ideally, your vitamins and minerals (collectively called "micronutrients") would come from food (unprocessed). During radiation therapy, it is preferable to stop B vitamins and other antioxidants.

Last year I was diagnosed with pernicious anaemia due to testing positive for intrinsic factor antibodies. I am on regular b12 injections. I’ve just been diagnosed T2 at the moment but haven’t even seen surgeon or oncologist yet 4cm IDC right breast. I am concerned about continuing the b12 injections particularly during treatment because of the study you refer to and the mortality rates of those supplementing with b12. I feel stuck between a rock and a hard place I need b12 to live and more than the current guidelines suggest to thrive but if the balance is wrong my chances of survival are much lower than average. Do you have any thoughts my situation?

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Pernicious anemia is a rare condition in which someone cannot absorb B12 from the diet. In the case of pernicious anemia, vitamin B12 by injection or really high doses by mouth is necessary for the formation of blood cells and other critical functions in the body. In pernicious anemia, vitamin B12 is not considered a supplement. Hope this is helpful.

Madam, what is your opinion about taking multivitamin multimineral supplement during Traztuzumab treatment? Also food rich in antioxidants?

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

In general, it is considered preferable to get micronutrients, including antioxidants, in food rather than in products like supplements.

What about antioxidant food dear dr Griggs? Thank you very much ❤

@mrking695

5 ай бұрын

It sounds like she’s only talking about supplements. I noticed she stressed that word twice. Although she did mention salmon. Hmmm

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking for clarification. Antioxidants are present in food naturally. Supplements are things that are not in the diet. A diet with antioxidants does not have the super high doses of antioxidants that people try to achieve with supplements.

@HL-qv3yd

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Doctor ❤

What about Q10 is it considered antioxidant Dr. Griggs? I'm on Tamoxifen. Thank you in andvance!

@yerbba

2 ай бұрын

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is indeed known as an antioxidant and is used by the body for growth and maintenance. However, when it comes to combining supplements like CoQ10 with treatments like tamoxifen, it's essential to proceed with caution.

One who had ovarian cancer diagnosed after 4 years with small lesion in the lung (2mm) and small lump in the breast (CT scan and mammogram test ) and recommended to follow up after one month. Is it ok to have Anti oxidant rich fruits like pomegranate every day. not under any treatment.

@yerbba

3 ай бұрын

Dietary sources of antioxidants are safe.

Everything cycles, antioxidants work on a cycle. You need oxidation cycling In order for antioxidants to work. One gets better nutritional uptake from foods, in context of fasting.

@yerbba

Ай бұрын

Your point about antioxidants is important; they do work best when integrated into a balanced diet. The interplay between oxidation and antioxidants is complex but crucial.

So I understand that I shouldn’t take antioxidant vitamins or capsules cuz I’m in treatment but does that mean I shouldn’t take foods high in antioxidants too? That wasn’t very clear. Let me know please I don’t want anything interfering with my tx

@yerbba

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking for clarification. Antioxidants are present in food naturally. Supplements are things that are not in the diet. A diet with antioxidants does not have the super high doses of antioxidants that people try to achieve with supplements.

I take Vitamin D, Magnesium and Vitamin C supplements which all have antioxidant effects. You say they interfere with chemotherapy, but what about Tamoxifen?

@yerbba

3 ай бұрын

It does not appear that there is any meaningful interaction with tamoxifen, which does not exert its effects through oxidation.

I’m starting my radiation treatment in a week, is drinking chaga tea considered a supplement?

@yerbba

Ай бұрын

Chaga tea is generally considered safe for most people when consumed in moderate amounts. However, because it acts as an antioxidant, there is some concern that high levels of antioxidants might interfere with the effectiveness of radiation therapy and certain chemotherapy treatments. It's crucial to consult with your medical team before starting chaga tea or any new supplement, especially during cancer treatment.

Is iron and vitamin b12 antioxidant?

@yerbba

3 ай бұрын

Iron is not an antioxidant. Unless someone is iron deficient, however, iron supplements should be avoided outside of a daily vitamin if someone has been advised to take a daily vitamin. B12 may have antioxidant properties.

I see there are no answers to our questions. Nice. Nice to be abandoned.

@Paythepiper102

5 ай бұрын

The video is only 20 hours old…give her a chance

@07734KAT

5 ай бұрын

Yes she has answered all my questions before. She says in her videos it will take at least a week to answer our queries. She is a busy doctor. Thank you again Dr. Griggs.

@HL-qv3yd

5 ай бұрын

Dr Griggs very kind and caring that's why she made these educational videos to all of us, which we are all grateful for her time, she always answers when she got times, she is very busy dr we love her❤

@CindiByTheBook

5 ай бұрын

@@HL-qv3yd in the interim, I don't know what to eat anymore. what to believe. what to do. I came upon the video this morning and it triggered me to just give up!!! everyday it's some thing different or new. I give up.

@HL-qv3yd

5 ай бұрын

​@@CindiByTheBook I understand how you fell, so much information out there, it's confusing and frustrating but continue to follow Dr Griggs and you can ask question for her, she will get back and answer your question, she is a oncologist, I trust her advice ❤