I can’t begin to tell you what an inspiration you have become to me. I woke up from an impromptu nap and my TV just happened to be on TLC. I was instantly captivated. I briefly tried my hand at being a vegetarian, and quickly lost interest, but going through this blog and your website, my sense of self preservation has kicked in. Thank you for teaching and inspiring others to live healthy and happy.

I actually had a purpose in commenting, other than to babble my praise. I have a question for you: I am slowly getting back into shape, and swimming is my all time favorite sport. Is it safe to swim in a pool with all that chlorine?

hi kris,
thank you for the information that you have given us, i’m talking about you sharing all the supplements that you are taking. i’m an asian cancer patient, usually asian is a rice eater, but according to you starch can produce acid, and for me if i don’t eat rice within the day, i feel weak, don’t have energy. please give me an idea or any alternative that i could eat besides white rice.
please advice,
thank you and GOD BLESS,
JEAN

Jean- White rice is stripped of all its nutritional value. Try brown rice, or even better – quinoa. Quinoa (kee-nwah) is loaded with fiber, protein and aminos. It is deee-lish!

Oh, and Kris…

I think I see the need for a second printing in the near future!!!

Go Kris… Go Kris!!

Hey Kris, don’t be bummed about your one negative review :) you mentioned spewing bile..lol! well maybe they had a bit too much kale in their juicer that morning :)
I went to amazon and read that review…and this is what I gotta say-
Your book is called “Crazy Sexy Cancer TIPS” not “Crazy Sexy Cancer Encyclopedia”
the word ‘tips’ denotes a book of various helpful info, not a doctrine book of how to treat cancer. Its supposed to be a lighthearted, fun, yet informative book while confronting the seriousness of cancer, and I think the info is awesome! and I LOVE the fact that you told us readers what books to go out and read. I wanna learn what you have learned, and that’s EXACTLY why I bought the book. And that’s exactly what I got outta the book! I love the book, I don’t have cancer, but my aunt is in remission from breast cancer, and I read alot of your book to her over the phone! lol and she loves it! she’s going to get a copy soon. (and I’m trying to talk her into a juicer too lol!, I told her about your contest- I hope she emails you) anyway, my other aunt had ovarian cancer, and my mom had ovarian cancer, my grandpa had prostate cancer, and my great grandma died of breast cancer. So I bought your book to try to learn how you live today, be healthy, and just to LIVE, I wanted to know what n’ how, you learned to be healthy, and joyful, and that’s exactly what the book lives up too! …..we can only pray your one bad reviewer will find the joy in life that you have, despite the bumpy journey :) and I think that’s why everyone has bought your book! And that’s why everyone here is addicted to this blog! You have inspired so many lives! we love you from the bottom of our hearts, and your influence I’m sure will have a dominoe effect to our families, kids, husbands, wives,moms, sisters, brothers , aunts ,uncles, on and on… the fruit of your labor is beautiful!

ROCK ON!

Hey Girlfriends – good morning. Just a quickie. I was reading The Ph Miracle last night (a must read!) and he suggested if you are having a hard time adjusting to the taste of juicing (green stuff) to add a half of a lemon.

I did it and it worked! Did celery, cuke, kale, half an apple and half a lemon. Dee-lish!

Give it a go. Lots of love to you all….Kim

Hi Kris, A friend just back from China brought us a HUGE bag of herbs that are specific to fighting breast cancer. It is a combo of the following:

Aurantium

curcuma zedoaria

scutellaria

oldenlandia

taraxacum

goji berry

ever heard of any of these? I know that the goji berry is high in anti-oxidents. I googled the rest but was wondering if you (or anyone) had first hand knowledge of any of these. If you look at it it looks like someone walked out into the forest and just scooped up a handful of foilage. Tastes like it too! YUK.

Thanks for all you are doing to educate. How about a post on caregiving?

jim at jimsjoint.com

Jim – I would recommend that you find a acupunture/Oriental Medicine specialist to find out about those herbs. I’m seeing a licensed acupuncturist for some infertility issues (and opted out of the fertility drug route), and she has told me about how detailed the schooling is for Chinese herb therapy….some of those herbs are nothing to play around with – find someone who knows what they’re doing! I have been taking herbs for a few months now for a number of issues, and they have helped me tremendously…but I’m in the hands of someone who has a degree in Oriental Medicine and has studied the dosage, effects and interactions in depth! I believe there are websites like Accufinder.com or nccaom.org that can help you find a licensed OM/Acupuncture specialist that might be able to help you with Q’s about Chinese herbs…try to make sure that they have an educated background…the licensing standards vary from state to state (some states do not even license them!) Good luck!

Can anybody tell me if this is the right juicer:

http://www.everythingkitchens.com/breville_juice_fountain_juicer.html#OrderJE95

thanks!

not to add to post topics, but that baby looks like a b*tch to clean. I need Cleaning your Juicer 101.
And I have to handwash, although probably can’t put that monster in the dishwasher anyways.

Everything is so interesting! What type of shoot did you do?? So Cool! I have one Friday-an essay I wrote for CURE magazine is going to be a published book coming out in January! Yay!

http://iamobsessedwithlife.blogspot.com/

Love,
Rachel

Kris wrote: “Someone keep track of all the posts people are requesting. We need a blog secretary! Who wants to volunteer??? xooxox”

Hey Kris – I’d love to do something like this! Might be a good idea if someone else were to help out and we could both do this b/c I’m sure I’ll end up missing something. I don’t know anything about all this stuff so I’d love to help out in another way!
email: fray.adjacent@gmail.com and we can organize stuff :)

Lauren,

I bought the Breville JE95XL (Juice Fountain plus I think it is). I looked at the website you listed to make sure. It is a breeze to clean – no kidding. Top pulls off and you take out the basket with the blade and rinse. That easy, I swear. Takes a few min tops.

It has two speeds which is good depending on what you are juicing. For instance, apples use the high speed where as the softer fruits and veggies us the low speed. I love mine.

Order one and have fun. I found mine at Bed Bath & Beyond for $149. Add the 20% coupons they mail and it is a steal.

Good luck!
Kim

Is all chlorella basicly the same?
I went into the health food store last night but was SO overwhelmed I didn’t buy anything. there were at least a half dozen different brands of varying prices.
The thing that confused me was that the store had a lot of health food stuff, and the ‘greens’ line of products (is that healthful?) but also had a lot of the stuff I would expect to find at a GNC or vitamin section of a store.
How do we differentiate between what’s really good and what isn’t?
And don’t even get me started on the soap and shampoo products, I want to switch but I have no clue where to start. Between all the brands they offer, and the list of companies that have signed on to healthy cosmetics I am lost in a maze.

Hi Kris! My name is Jamie and I am coming up on my 20th anniversary surviving AML (Leukemia). I was given 6 weeks to live when I was first diagnosed at age 9….I am now 29, healthy and have two gorgeous daughters! I saw you on Oprah and have to say that you are my hero! I have a lot of long-term side effects emotionally that I battle with everyday and you are inspiring! I have been in the blog world for a while, but started a new “inspirational” blog right after I saw your show. I talked about your story in my first post (Car Accidents and Roses) and just wanted to let you know that you are my model of optimism! I LOVE the chord that you have struck with people. You are truly an inspiration to all!!!!!! Thank you!
PS I’m a VERY emotional eater and I HATE veggies (poo on me, I know)….any suggestions?

I could totally help out as ‘blog secretary’! Let me know!

Hi Jim,

I agree with Linda, but something that is often over looked in relation to breast cancer, which is easy to do, is removing all of the exogenous estrogenic products from your environment. You would be amazed at how many things have estrogenic compounds in them like hair products, cosmetics, plastics… the list goes on. The other thing is estrogen isn’t bad. Like everything else you just need the right amount for you and from the safest source.

Linda re fertility I just happen to work with one of the most highly regarded women in fertility in the world. She is a best selling author and her natural protocols have an 85% success rate and 3.5% miscarriage rate versus the standard in the US of 20-25%.

Her Blog is http://betterbabies.blogspot.com/

and if you want to get one of her books you can go to

http://www.naturalhi.com/Products/BabiesBooks.aspx

Kris you are amazing! and I hope you feel better :)

James – Thank you for the websites..I put them in my favorites and will check them out when I’m not at work! My pregnancy/infertility track record is a mess, so every little bit of info helps…I’m especially interested in natural therapies and theories! Thanx!! xo

I went to Amazon to read the post that the lady wrote in regards to Kris’s book. Eeesh. Kris, don’t let it bother you…I loved your book and I think you’re great! I believe that you were simply prompting people to get up off of their asses and take charge of their own lives when faced with crisis. I know it worked for me and I admire you for doing it yourself, because I know how hard it is! Keep it up :)

I am a big fan of Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics 12 PLUS.

tmax ~
chlorine, here’s a great video on the subject by dr. mercola-
http://youtube.com/watch?v=8uu7lfxtYww

generosa717 ~
maybe eat some sprouted whole grain bread like the brand Ezekiel, theres also other brands too. are you diabetic?

Root canal video/dentistry hazards etc- videos by dr.mercola

“Why You Want to Avoid Root Canals”
http://youtube.com/watch?v=a8EjEOqYEYs

“Dental Updates”
http://youtube.com/watch?v=p62OrUDnXlM

more videos by mercola-here’s his youtube video page, hes got
9 pages of video blogs he does on every subject you can think of
http://youtube.com/profile_videos?user=mercola&p=r

Hi Kris, i read your list of supplements and have a quick question please…i am looking to start probiotics but do not know which one to start with…can you give me a hint as to which one to buy? I looked at Jarrow.com and they have so many to choose from! Thanks Kris and YOU SO ROCK!!! Love ya Michelle

Kiki~
i know i felt the same but i have used this data base as a guide-

http://www.cosmeticdatabase.com/

i basically started off searching some of the brands i know that are in my local stores and that are affordable (im on a real tight budget) so for me i just started looking up the brands – Jason, Burt Bee’s, Avalon etc.. and basically i narrowed down my search by picking the products that were in the 0-4 ratings, then clicked each product of what i needed, and basically picked the products that didn’t have the most boxes checked, especially none on the cancer check box.

Jason-
http://www.cosmeticdatabase.com/bro
wse.php?brand_id=374

Burt Bee’s
http://www.cosmeticdatabase.com/bro
wse.php?comp_id=259

Avalon- link to all their products-
http://www.cosmeticdatabase.com/bro
wse.php?brand_id=77&&showmore=prod
ucts&atatime=500

Hey! I have 2 questions…. 1. What is the 21 day detox that you did on your documentry? I want to do something like that right now really bad-just a way to detox and center myself. Could you let me know?

2. I am looking at juicers trying to figure out which one to buy. I dont know what to do because there are so many and they are so expensive so I want to get the one that will serve me the best long term! I am looking at the Samson masticating juicer, the Green Star triturating kind, and the Breville. Any suggestions? Advantages disadvantages? –also I thought the breville was a centrifugal machine…meaning less nutrition-does that matter??

Hello wonderful people!!

There are so many comments, so I’ll try to keep this brief:

I didn’t see anyone mention Brewers Yeast. I can’t live without it!! It’s got all of the B vitamins that you could ask for in one Tablespoon. I put it on/in just about anything: juice, smoothies, salad, steamed veggies, peanut (or almond) butter sandwiches, popcorn, soup, marinara, etc.

The best that I have found over the years is:
“Twinlab Super Rich Yeast Plus” which you can get at:

http://www.goddess-within.com/6596.html

I have found the regular Twinlab yeast at many stores, but this is MUCH better.

Coupla things: If you are trying to go Candida-free, not to worry. This type of “yeast” is not alive, therefore it does not grow. It is a completely different classification and is very good for you. Also, it contains a good deal of protein and fiber, which makes it great for vegans and vegetarians! There are also some cookbooks out there that are specifically for vegan/vegetarian recipies made with nutritional yeast.

Just finished watching the documentary I had TiVo’d from the TLC airing…

You inspire me. You amaze me. I need to look at life as clean, straightforward and pure as you do. I am looking so forward to being part of this blog!

Hi Everyone-

I just went to purchase the Ph Miracle, and noticed that the Crazy Sexy Reading List has been updated. I think its doubled in size- you may want to check it out, if you haven’t already.

JAIME- I’m so flattered that you want to read my blog :) Its on myspace, but I have it hiden for the time being because I started teaching 6th grade (a test-prep class on Saturdays). I don’t need those kids reading my posts! lololol. I’ll open it back up in Jan, and let you know when I do.

BAV- I’m glad that you’re on our health team!

Hugs,
Julie

oh, I had a question- (chemo brain) since we are going to be discussing dairy very soon-

It was recomended by a Dr treating my yeast infection to eat a lot of yogurt. Should I take a probiotic instead?

Kris, I noticed that Dr Robert Young did your blood analysis in your documentary, but I didn’t see any reference to InnerLight products in your daily routine. Is there a reason you chose other green food products over InnerLight SuperGreens? I have been using the SuperGreens, but if there’s something better or comparable for a better price, I would like to know. Thanks!

What’s the advantage of having a juicer over a Vitamix? Would you need both, or would one be OK?

Thanks,
Cyndi

I hope it is ok to post I do not have cancer I have an auto immune disease called and Iga deficiency. What that means my immune system is really bad at fighting off invaders. I am trying to find a holistic Dr. in my area the San Fernando Valley that is near Los Angeles. I am on a very tight budget does anyone have any Dr. or supplement recommendations?

Thank you

Hi Faye I have a slight bias as Kris would know to which supplements but in relation to a Holistic Doctor go to the California Association of Naturopathic Doctors as this will give you a list of the accredited NDs in your area.

http://www.calnd.org/

Re your budget constraints – they are usually expensive and I am not sure how much of what they do i covered but give a few close to you a call to find out and it is better to get one good thing that works than several that dont… and it ends up being cheaper!

I have found a supplement that is a miracle for me in terms of helping with anxiety… that edgy, irritable, stressed feeling…

It’s an amino acid called L-Theanine. Everyone is different, but this is a MATCH for my brain chemistry, inducing a wonderfully calm, but not at all sleepy state. I notice when it kicks in I automatically start breathing deep sighs of relief.

I truly can’t recommend it highly enough.

Thank you James

I hope it’s not too late to correct a boo-boo from my previous post:

The Norwalk Juicer is a Hydrualic Press type juicer–NOT the Omega. Sorry for the wrong info. Oops. Don’t know how that slipped by me….

Bottoms up!

peace, emily the juice chick

Hey Gals,
Since I have just recently been diagnosed with vaginal cancer (ouch), supplements are confusing. I read green tea is very good? I was taking supplements prior to my diagnosis (sooo what the heck happen :). Anyway, reading up on all blogs. This was my first week of chemo/Rad. Woww dont know if i want to sleep, watch tv or blog…or sleep, or sleep, or sleep.. haha
Later gals…
Peggy D.

Hellooo…there. :) No one read my blogs. HHMMM hey everyone I know I am knew… oh well..
Peggy D

Hey Peggy–

Unfortunately, I don’t have expertise when it comes to cancer and supplements. But please don’t think the bloggers are ignoring you…I’ve noticed that once a new blog topic is posted, comments seem to stop on the older ones. I’m not sure people keep checking these old ones for new comments, so they probably haven’t seen your question. I think Kris is in the process of setting up a forum that may better facilitate communicating.

:) Hope you’re feeling better!

How do I know if my multi is synthetic or whole food derived??? I’m taking Rite Aid Whole Source which was recommended in Nutrition Action Health Letter (put out by Centers for Science in the Public Interest).

Is frozen wheat grass juice nutritionally inferior to fresh?

Someone please advise! Thanks, friends!

Peggy do you have Uterine or Ovarian cancer?

James, Cervical cancer (HPV) causes lesions and dysplasia on the vagina, too.

James,
I have vaginal cancer. I had a hysterecomy when I was 37 and later diagnosed with vaginal cancer. (it would have been in the same location as the cervix would have been located. Right now I am going thru chem/rad. Its been really hard. It has been a rough 8 weeks since my diagnosis.
What type of cancer do you have?
Peggy

Mimuna,
Yes your correct HPV causes cancer on the vaginal area as well. Any type of cancer is a scarry experiance. I was going to a GYN for several years for HPV and it STILL went to cancer. Very frustrated and angry i should say since i was going to the docs every three months to try to radicate the disease.
I hope everyone if doing well and feeling well too.

James,
Just realized you were a male. So cool.

Everyone enjoy the day. Sunny 55 here is PA :)
Peggy

Sorry everyone.
English/spelling was very bad.
Today was chemo in the morn and rad at lunch..
I will spell better next time.
I just wanted to tell everyone a little about me since some have blog profiles that i can read.
I am a graduate from Eastern University from Philidelphia, PA.
I live in Manchester PA. I have a son 17 who thinks i am the coolist mom ever and I think he is the best kid. I know he is sometimes worried about me with being sick the last two months. I dont think he knows that to ask since its a GYN problem. Its not like he can ask how my legs doing ha ha :) .
I am an accountant for a distribution company in Harrisburg, PA. I have off leave for not and start work Dec 3rd. (i will be done chem by then buy not rad). Hopfully i wont fall asleep while working. Any advice on energy while working?
Sorry for the long blog. I hope this helps people get to know me better.
Enjoy the day everyone.
Peggy

I’m vegan and really worried that I’m lacking vitamin B12- I have all of the symptoms. What kind of vit B12 supplement should I take??

Thank you so much, because I’m really worried ever since I started reading about it!

Lauren