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Jul 13Liked by Visceral Adventure

So beautiful. Thank you for sharing your journey. I'm so glad for people like you who hold this line of real self care and who are also willing to encourage others to do the same. Powerful ripples, T! Wishing you enduring wellness :)

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Thanks so much! Feeling pretty energized by your words. Welcome to this stack. 🙌

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Jul 7Liked by Visceral Adventure

I will tell you a secret or two.

#1 All cancer cells are hosting bacteria.

https://doi.org/10.3389/fonc.2022.897330

Killing those bacteria, directly or indirectly, is key to curing cancer. Maintaining a healthy microbiome is critically important. Do not just fight the bad ones but also nourish the good guys because they are an important part of your immune system.

#2 Bra's and deodorants are causing breast cancer, according to Midwestern doctor.

https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/how-your-clothes-and-their-materials

When pressing on the skin, bra's restrict the flow of lymph fluid, impairing removal of waste products from your cells and making it difficult for your immune system to reach those cells. Please ritually burn your bra's - but don't inhale the fumes.

Deodorants contain alumina. Also those 'crystals' people are using as an alternative. Same for aftershave lotions. Alumina ions cause blood cells to lump together and impair the immune system.

I am not sure if you appreciate advice but I have more if you wish. Wish you all the best.

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I appreciate your advice. I haven’t worn deodorant in years. And I didn’t wear bras for a long time either. Except strategically when I have to work. Being big bosomed and walking down the stairs a bit too fast will can take a person out.

I am reaching a point of healthy microbiom after years of the SAD food intake. Even being pescatarian has caused an unhealthy weight and lethargy. After six months of the Gerson Therapy, my energy is off the roof. The difference is so stark that I can’t help but continue. Thanks for the tips. 🫡

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Jul 6Liked by Visceral Adventure

Dear Tonika, I only stumbled across your story through Tereza Coraggio's substack. I just wanted to share a few positive stories with you. My grandmother had breast cancer and had only surgery to remove it, no chemo/radiation (it was pretty radical, mind you, and they removed most of her lymph nodes too). She lived to be 98 and smoked until she was 86. I have read of at least two other cases where women diagnosed with breast cancer decided to just ignore it and they survived to live a normal life span.

I will keep you in my prayers and here's to your 98th birthday party. xx

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Aw, I really appreciate you swinging by and saying that! I followed your grandmother’s footsteps. Here’s to hoping I live to see my grandkids! Thanks, Claire!

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Jul 5Liked by Visceral Adventure

Please check out the Tennant Institute for integrative medicine in Irving, Texas. The doctor is Dr. Jerry Tennant. Even though it doesn’t say anything about Cancer on his website, I think he does treat it.🙏

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Will do. Thanks for the tip!

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Jul 4Liked by Visceral Adventure

Thanks for sharing all this information. What a daunting journey. You seem like a person who is very sure of them themselves...I can't imagine what it be like for someone seeking alternative therapies who carries with them any self doubt. I'm disappointed the cancer even developed as I was hoping that people who locked in on healthy living and avoided some of the toxic stuff we all use presuming its safe would have found the way to avoid cancer. I'm also a bit alarmed that even avoiding the racket that is fighting cancer there is no dodging the financial burden of it. I hope this is all behind you soon enough.

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Thanks, coords. I might have avoided the toxic shots, but my lifestyle up until then certainly wasn’t the healthiest. It is now. Onward.

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Jul 1Liked by Visceral Adventure

Thank you for sharing this, you are a wonderful positive shining light ❤️❤️❤️

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Thank you, April! Glad you’re here sharing your positive light! 🥰

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Jul 1Liked by Visceral Adventure

Hi Tonika - I live in Chicago not too far from you, and might be able to join your upcoming party/fundraiser. We have family coming through town and may be staying with us at that time, so tbd. Will you send out a reminder closer to the event?

Also, I'm in training for the Body Code. Do you know it? It's energy work and it's so simple its hard to believe it works. But it seems to have great results. Would you like to have some free sessions with me - both to help you and as part of my training? We can zoom or meet in person (portage park).

My email is marta@innerartistry.space, if you'd like to connect for sessions or a fellow chicagoan connection.

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Hi Marta, I will email you!

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It doesn't seem to matter how many times I hear the story of your reunion with the twins -- I weep every time.

You are making of your life a work of art, friend, and those of us lucky enough to be in your presence are expanded by it.

Gosh I love you. XOX

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I love you so hard. Thank you, Mary. Enjoy that trip- sounds like it’s exactly the right stuff memories are made out of. ❤️

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Thank you for sharing.

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Jun 30Liked by Visceral Adventure

Sending you love and hugs. Tonika <3

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Thank you, dear! ❤️

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Jul 1·edited Jul 1Liked by Visceral Adventure

Just had time to read it all properly. Wow, and I teared up at the ending!

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❤️ 🥰

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Thanks, Tonika. What a journey and so good of you to take the time to update everyone. I imagine many are and will benefit by it.

Sounds like you have addressed your whole big multi-dimensional you - physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. So impressive.

Not that you need anymore information... and you are probably fully aware of Clif High's posts on how he dealt with cancer, but I'll link this recent one, in case: https://clifhigh.substack.com/p/ahimsa-first-do-no-harm.

Hugs and prayers and love to you! 🙏💕🧚‍♀️ (and of course, a fairy)

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I actually wasn’t aware that Cliff had his own dance with cancer. Will read this tonight, thanks for sharing!

And thanks for noticing all the aspects: my physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual journey. Whatever the trial and tribulations, life is still so damn beautiful!

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"Whatever the trial and tribulations, life is still so damn beautiful!"💯👏💕

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Jun 30Liked by Visceral Adventure

❤️‍🔥

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What decisions and ordeals, thank God for a great support group. Glad you are going to bypass the radiation therapy, causes more damage i think than good.

surgery sounds like a good way to go. I finally had my umpteenth surgery, tumor just went wild on me. will drop you an email.

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Just getting around to the digital world now. I will check my email!

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Jun 29Liked by Visceral Adventure

I wouldn't view surgery as a bad thing, especially under the parameters you laid out. I've had small moles removed from my skin, not because they were cancerous but simply because they could become so in the future. This may give your body the ability to fight an imbalance that had otherwise grown too out of hand to be easily dealt with. Also focus on the spiritual aspect of all of this. Sometimes the most important times are when you are away for all sides. Take care of yourself and healing prayers on your journey...

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Wise words, thank you, I am definitely focusing on the spiritual journey of it all.

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Jun 29Liked by Visceral Adventure

Thanks for the update! Good luck for the surgery!

With much love, a tender hug, many kisses and healing prayers

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Thank you, Jen! Well received and hugs and kisses right back to you. And healing vibes to. I wasn’t sure by your last fb message if you were ok on your end. 😢 love to you and the fam and the kids!

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Thanks for the update, beautiful soul! Big hugs of Love, Tonika. You are one amazing human! I was crying along with your twins and the other choir members!! XOXOXO

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Oh, Barbara, thank you, dear sweet woman. XOXO 🤗 🥰

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🧚🌸🩷

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Jun 29Liked by Visceral Adventure

Thank you for sharing this journey with us and the links to alternatives. The 2nd Smartest Guy was my first foray while reading your Substack, fantastic!

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Thanks, JC. Appreciate you being here!

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