Stuff To Get

Update: I have fixed all of the broken links. I plan to go through my posts and add links to any products that seem to be of good quality. I have decided that it will be much simpler to create a “stuff to get” page rather than trying to keep all of my links to various products active and unbroken. I will try to keep everything as organized as possible but, if you have any suggestions please feel free to let me know. Also, if you have suggestions, find broken links or better prices send me a note because I am trying to make this a good resource for myself and anyone else who might be interested. I am going to try to organize each area by topic. I am not a doctor and I might make a buck or two by referring you to these items. With that being said, I will try to only put up stuff that I believe in. See my for more information ~ Thanks, Ed

Supplements

Here’s what is says on the label – Helps break down fats, carbohydrates and proteins with 10x’s the strength*

How I’m Using it: On an empty stomach I am taking 2 before breakfast and again 1 hour before bed. I’ve read you should take 3 tablets at each phase but, I’m starting slowly. Sandi Rog has some good information on this as well.

Why I’m Using It: My understanding is that B17 works most effectively when combined with pancreatic enzymes. Here’s a quote you might like:

When Dr. Manner used Laetrile in his medical research, along with vitamin A and digestive enzymes, he discovered the production of antibodies was stimulated against spontaneous breast tumors in his laboratory mice. He studied the results of complete regression in 76 percent of the treated mice with mammary gland cancers.

You can read an entire post regarding enzymes and b17

So this is the best pancreatic enzymes that I could find and you can Let me know how it goes.

B17, Laetrile or Amigdalin is the name of a substance that naturally occurs in nature and has been used as an alternative method to treat cancer. It has been made “famous” from G. Edward Griffin’s book “World Without Cancer“. Previously, I had linked to Amazon to make purchasing easier but they no longer carry it so I have now linked to TJ Supply. It is the same as far as I can tell. I will be posting on this soon.

How I’m Using It: 3 Tablets in the morning and 3 tablets in the evening. I recently stopped using B17 because it is either not working for me or I am doing something wrong.

Why I’m Using It: I am taking B17 daily but, to be honest, I am not sure that it is working. As I shared once before, I don’t have the money to see a anyone but a standard oncologist that is covered by my insurance and so….I may not be taking everything needed to make this work. I am learning every day but, I do think it works. Maybe I need to find the right combination. Here’s a quote you might think is helpful.

Laetrile (i.e. amygdalin or Vitamin B17) therapy is one of the most popular and best known alternative cancer treatments. It is very simple to use and is very effective if used in high enough doses and if the product is of high quality and if it is combined with an effective cancer diet and key supplements (in other words, you need to do your homework to maximize its benefits). Laetrile works by targeting and killing cancer cells and building the immune system to fend off future outbreaks of cancer. It uses two different methods for killing cancer cells. It involves a strict diet (as do all cancer treatments) and several supplements.

If you are interested then you can

The picture and the link go directly to Amazon for ease of ordering but I will link to other sources for your reference. I’m sorry that it took so long to put this in the “Stuff To Get” page but it was an oversight on my part.

Product Description – DCA Sodium Dichloroacetate Each bottle contains 90 capsules of the following ingredients… Sodium Dichloroacetate……………………………..50mg Alpha Lipoic Acid……………………………………….125 mg Benfotiamine………………………………………………150 mg

If you are unfamiliar with DCA then take a moment to read a recent post that I wrote about it here. It seems to be a metabolic drug that causes cancer cells to die via apoptosis. I have not reviewed or read any reviews worth quoting regarding this particular brand of DCA so I will include other links. My only thought is that it seems to becoming from a reputable place when ordering from Amazon.

How I’m Using It: I am not currently taking DCA although I plan to do so. I need to do more research on the protocol, see if I can get my oncologist or primary care doctor to write a prescription for me. That would mean that my insurance might pay. There is also the matter of dosing. I will keep you posted.

Why I’m Using It: Well, as I noted, I am not using it now but I plan to because it seems to work on various forms of cancer and is something that I can buy over the counter. Also, everything else seems to have failed. So, after studying DCA a bit more I have decided to try this.

If you are interested, you can purchase it from Amazon and the pure powder from Amazon and a 60 day kit from Amazon and there is an entire website dedicated to selling DCA

Natural Stuff

So, oatmeal isn’t really a “cancer fighter” but it’s such a healthy meal that I consider it a great way to increase your overall health and it deserves a spot on this page. The best offense is a good defense, right?

How I’m Using It: I wrote a short post about how to prepare this delicious oatmeal.

Why I’m Using It: I am trying to reduce the amount of animal protein that I consume in my diet so I am eating less eggs, cheese, dairy products and the like in an effort to slow the spread of my cancer. Also, I have been trying to eat healthy so nothing like frozen waffles, sugar bits or anything like that. This is just one of the healthy breakfast choices I have been eating to change my lifestyle. You can see more recipes

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Hardware (Blenders, Juicers etc.)

I love champion juicers. Previously, I had a Juiceman Juicer. It was a beast! It tore through fruit like it was soft and juicy….oh yeah, it was. Any how, I loved my Juiceman Juicer but it died of old age and it was loud. So, I started my quest for a new juicer. I decided to up my game a bit with something that was a bit more heavy duty, a bit quieter and something with attachments. I decided on a Champion juicer and I love it. Here’s a link to . I like Champion juicers because of the warrantee, the quality of the engine and the body. If you’re interested in comparing here’s .

My Favorite Easy-Peas-Y Juicer

So, for my larger juicing efforts, I always use my but if I’m juicing a couple of oranges, or even a single lemon, which I do quite a bit then I love this little guy. No need to lug out a huge appliance to juice one lemon. 😀� I like lemon juice in my water. It’s pretty handy and got great reviews.

Make Quick Work Of Apples With This Handy Dandy Tool! 😀�

This thing is so cool. We first saw it on YouTube and so we got it…and we love it. It sticks to a table or a counter top with the suction cup that you see on the bottom. You stick the apple on a small fork on the spinning shaft….ri

Quest Food Exchange Food Preservation & Sale

Quest’s official policy is to follow the “Durable Life Information on Food Products” fact sheet and the “Acts and Regulations” administered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for all food that is handled through Quest Food Exchange. The fact sheet can be found on the CFIA website at: . CFIA Acts and Regulations can be found on their site under . Food Safe Guidelines are also taken from useful resources such as “” and “” By Pallavi Gogoi, Business Week Magazine.

GUIDELINES:

Exceptions to the guidelines will need to be approved by the Executive Director and verified by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), and the Fraser Health Authority.

Canned:

Cans should be free from rust, pitting, and dents especially at the rim and seam. Leaking or swollen cans should not be used and should be cleaned out and recycled.
Canned items should be stored below 23 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit).
Organizations typically use an average of two years for canned foods past their expiry date.
Acidity levels of different types of canned foods may vastly influence when and if a product should be consumed past its durable date.
After a year, though the food will not have spoiled, there is a steady loss of vitamins in canned vegetables and fruits. It is recommended that they be pulled off the shelves after 1 year.
Baby food is kept until the use-by date expires. There are no exceptions, and cans/jars should be cleaned out and recycled.

Packaged:

In a cool, dry storage place, cake mix, pasta, cereal, and cookies will last up to six months from the date of purchase.
Beverages are kept according to the manufacturers conditions, i.e. keep refrigerated.
Foods packaged other than for retail have a durable life of 90 days or less. A “best before” date, and storage instructions, must be declared in both French and English on any panel except the bottom of the container.
As a rule, non-potentially hazardous foods such as cereals or pasta will need judgment on whether they should be distributed past their expiry date.
One exception to the one year rule would be quinoa, which is a seed. It is highly nutritious and a good source of protein. But remember, like a lot of other seeds, it usually has a best by date and not an expiration date. Because of this, you can safely use it beyond the stamped best by date. Quinoa stored in a cool, dry and dark package can be safely eaten for up to three years. Any such exceptions will need to be approved by the Executive Director, and verified by local health authorities.

Dairy:

It is critical that potentially hazardous foods, such as dairy products, egg/egg products, tofu products, meat/meat products and poultry, are kept at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, both before they are donated and at the food bank.
Milk usually carries a sell-by-date. That’s because it is affected by many things in the environment-it can lose vitamins when exposed to light, which is why it is usually packaged in opaque plastic or paperboard. It is recommended that dairy be pulled after the expiry date.
Properly refrigerated and handled, eggs are considered safe for consumption for 4 to 5 weeks beyond the sell-by date.
Hard cheeses can last up to 3 weeks after their production date; they can also be frozen up to 6 months.

Frozen:

All frozen items must be stored at temperatures of –18 degrees Celsius (0 degrees Fahrenheit) or less.
Frozen ground meat should be used within 3 months. Pork holds for 6 months. Beef, lamb, veal, and venison last 8 to 12 months.
Poultry and other birds last about 12 months in the freezer.

Perishables:

All fruits & vegetables can be judged by their look, texture, and smell. The better refrigeration of the product, the longer it can last.
Packaged fruits & vegetables have dates on them, but the condition is still judged by the look of the product, some packaged products can still be good past their “best before date.”

General Food Safety Tips

Food safety is paramount to Quest Food Exchange. Here are some general rules for both our clients who shop at our Not-For-Profit Grocery Markets and our partners who buy in bulk from us:

Keep Cold Foods Cold and Hot Foods Hot: Frozen and refrigerated product should be maintained at cold temperatures during transport if possible. They should also be delivered and stored as quickly as possible. Food that is exposed to the temperature danger zone between 4 to 60 degrees Celsius for more than 4 hours may become unsafe to eat. Be sure to monitor your coolers and freezers for maintaining the proper and safe temperatures too.
Never re-freeze thawed food: Occasionally, meats may be frozen prior to their best before date. Be sure to prepare the entire product immediately after thawing. Previously frozen foods should never be thawed and then re-frozen.
Inspect cans for damage: Discard bulging, rusted or severely dented cans with metal touching metal, opened or leaking packages and broken seals. If you notice items with these flaws, discard immediately.
Circulate items in your cupboards/refrigerator: Be sure to use the First In First Out () method of stocking.
Keep up with Recalls: Please check your pantry, kitchen, storage area, etc. for these products.

Always err on the side of caution when you have any concerns about a product’s integrity or food safety. WHEN IN DOUBT, THROW IT OUT.

Product Dating

For more information about product dating, check out our blog entry on .