In addition to the drugs that your oncologist prescribes for you, there are some excellent natural remedies you can try, as well. Here are some you can start with right now.

Nausea

. Ginger tea: 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated or finely chopped, in cup of boiling water, let steep for at least 5 minutes; or 1 tsp. ground ginger in hot water.
. Eat and drink slowly.
. Avoid strong smells that may be unpleasant for you such as cooking smells, perfume, and smoke.
. Stay away from eat sweet, fatty, or fried foods.
. Wear loose fitting clothes.

Weight Fluctuation

. Eat a healthy, plant-based diet as outlined in the book.
. Drink plenty of water and green tea to keep your body hydrated.
. If you do gain or lose weight suddenly as a result of chemo, remember that this is a temporary situation: the body you know and love will come back.

Diarrhea/Constipation

. For both of these, ground psyllium husks-the powder or flakes are in most supermarkets and health food stores. Start with 1 tsp. in a glass of water, and work up to more. Psyllium creates bulk in the intestines and is also a gentle internal cleanser.
. Diarrhea: brown rice, bananas, eat foods that are cold.
. Constipation: vegetable soup, gentle exercise such as walking, eat foods that are warm. Also, magnesium citrate (before bedtime).

Anemia/Fatigue

. Kale, cooked, fresh in a salad, juiced, or powdered-a “miracle” green leafy vegetable to combat fatigue.
. Green tea and Yerba Mate-sip throughout the day.
. Vitamin B Complex (liquid).
. Exercise, especially walking.
. Eat whole foods in small amounts, drink plenty of liquids.

Infection

. Create a tea tree oil mister-in a spray bottle: 20 drops tea tree oil in 1 cup of water. Spray this natural disinfectant around the house frequently, especially bedroom and bathroom.
. Sip on this natural immunity brew: to warm almond milk, add 8 ground black pepper corns, ? tsp. ginger, ? tsp. cinnamon, ? tsp. turmeric, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
. Drink immune-boosting teas: Echinacea and Astragalus.
. Clean vegetables and fruit in a solution of ? cup white vinegar to 1 gallon water.
. Wash hands frequently, especially before eating, after using the bathroom, and after touching animals.
. Do not eat raw fish, seafood, meat, or eggs.
. Clean cuts and scrapes immediately with warm soapy water and an antiseptic.

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