Compatible Alternatives + Standard Treatment

Gary's treatments are over for now. He gets an MRI on April 2 to find out how the tumor reacted to the standard treatments for the GBM. Along with the standard radiation and temodar for 6 weeks Gary also used quite a few alternative treatments. Thanks to all of our friends and family for giving him tremendous support his mental state continues to be very positive which is the most important ingredient in healing.

Cheryl H's bone marrow broth full of such herbs as astragulus root, shiitake and mietake(sp) mushrooms was eaten twice a day. Nancy S's mushroom extract taken each morning, Rachel Jeans Ultimate Green Drink-daily doses- and Guido's guidance through the Vt Center for Integrative Herbalism in Montpelier where we learned about proper diet while going through the standard treatments for the GBM.

All of these people are or have been students of Rosemary Gladstar a reknowned Herbalist and teacher who lives close to our community. Dr. Roos, a Homeopathic MD on Church Street in Burlington has treated Gary with a remedy since 4 days after his biopsy.

Since Gary's diagnosis so many people have wanted to learn about the diet necessary to help stop the growth and shrink Gary's tumor. Thanks Bunny M for all the soups and books you've brought over at just the right moment when I can't think of another thing to make that actually may be good for Gary. Thanks for the RAW Milk Warren and Tara. Gary used coconut oil on his skin where he was being radiated. The seeds from the pits of apricots were another daily routine until all the local stores ran out. Green Tea, Nettle Tea, Goji and Fresh dark juices. He took daily doses of New Chapter Rhodiola and Tumeric. He also stayed on a high alkaline diet (lots of info on-line).
At this point we'll keep the diet going along with the alternative meds. And of course, keep learning!

We have contacted Dr. Henry Friedman at Duke and plan to take advantage of a break from treatments to go to NC for a consult. The Robert Preston Tisch Tumor Foundation at Duke specializes in treating people with GBM Tumors along with other Tumors. We'll let you know how it goes of course.

Jaynie comes home from Switzerland and France tonight. She's in NJ right now on a 4 hour layover and I'm wondering why she just told me she still has homework due and she's back to stressing!!! SIGHHHHH
Ian and I will go meet her at the airport and make his ceremonious trip to Best Buy to check out any new games and electronics that may be out.
Gary is sitting here working on the taxes and staying positive;)That's an oxymoron statement isnt it???
I'm off to go for a hike with Kona since it's invitingly warm outside, although miserably muddy. I LOVE MUCK BOOTS!
Thank ALL of you again.
PEACE
MaryEllen