Date:   8/4/2010 9:40:38 AM ( 14 y ago)
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John - have you had mainstream treatment or only Budwig so far? I don't remember either's position exactly on exercise, though I know neither were against it.

For the most part both Budwig and Gerson were tolerated as long as they were because they took patients that were given up on by doctors. So exercise was a very limited option for most patients. Until recently mainstream medicine has always had the position that exercise is bad or the cancer patient. They subjectively figured it would cause its' spread (based on no science), though recent research has been clear that exercise definitely DOES improve outcomes.

Since I never had chemo/rad/surgery I've kept my normal lifestyle including tennis, racquetball, gym, hiking etc. I feel MUCH better when I exercise and I know it's had lots to do with my continuing to do as well as I have. (Though Budwig is the most crucial so far, and the Gerson juicing definitely helps with stamina and vitality).

One thing is that where I live we're blessed with fantastic walking/hiking trails. And being in nature, getting the extra blast of oxygen, the sunlight and the sense of connectedness and well being is huge. I don't even do fast walking, but leisurely usually listening to some kind of audiobook or even doing a silent mantra. Almost a walking meditation, and it's incredibly relaxing and recharging.

Bottom line - stress reduction is crucial part of any cancer treatment that works. And especially being male (I would think) exercise is critical for dealing with stress. But obviously the body needs it for optimum functioning in any case.

Sorry to go on and on, but its nice to connect with someone that's been going through something similar! Take care.


 

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