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Books on Healing Cancer & Alternative Cancer Cures (IV) Inspirational first-person accounts by cancer victors who chose a natural, dietary and/or holistic approachThe following list of e-books and printed books is doubtless far from exhaustive since there are likely many similar reports in book format available, written by people who successfully overcame their respective cancer challenge in their own way either after unsuccessfully using conventional approaches (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery) or only using natural and/or holistic modalities from the start. You can support this site at no extra cost to you by buying any of the printed books (or other items) through Healing Cancer Naturally’s Amazon links and take advantage of Amazon’s (often) low prices. The listed ebooks also accrue a commission for Healing Cancer Naturally in case you decide to purchase them after checking them out via the below links. Also see Alternative Cancer Therapy Books written by doctors, scientists & researchers E-books (downloadable)
Glenn Johnson’s personal story of victory over esophageal cancer without surgery. This book includes his medical reports and the nutritional regime he followed. Melanoma can be beaten by Daryl Grant 7 malignant melanoma skin cancer survivors tell how they beat melanoma, even at stage 4. (US$ 39.00)
by Karon Beattie Hailed as the "best reference books on alternative cancer treatments", this collection of 4 e-books features over 2,000 healing
testimonials and introduces over 350 existing natural and alternative cancer treatments. See www.naturalcancertreatments.com (c. 50 US$).
Printed books
by Awareness Publishing (June 2003) “Nearly all the stories involve ‘hopeless’ late-stage cancers, incl. multiple myeloma, prostate cancer, breast cancer, brain cancer, melanoma, colon cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and lymphoma. Real people who beat real cancers. Each story is different. A number of different diets, supplements, mind-body approaches and clinics were utilized. However, you'll soon pick up on commonality of certain aspects: a tenacious desire to live, dietary changes, a ‘taking control’ of the healing process, and spiritual renewal. For those struggling against the odds, this book offers tremendous inspiration and hope. An added plus is that these patients are available to speak with others.” "The diagnosis of cancer has to be the best thing to ever happen to me in this life, although it sure didn't seem like it..." Compare Inspirational quotes for cancer patients.
by Rhio O'Connor
Rhio O'Connor is another (now seven years) survivor against the “medical odds”*. Refusing the mainstream options of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, he opted for a holistic approach, including a radical diet change, numerous supplements and practicing "mind-body medicine" techniques such as meditation). His book recommends a number of alternatives to conventional medical treatments. * Other names of mesothelioma survivors are Paul Kraus (see his book entry further below), Belle McGuckin and Willard Dahl.
ISBN-10: 1425990800 "Given" only three months to live, the author tells her inspirational and informative story thirty years after her diagnosis.
by Edyie Mae
Publisher: Anina's Book Company (August 2, 2005) Quotes: “...if she wanted to permanently 'heal her cancer, she had to heal her soul and live a happy, healthy life.' This book shows how to do that.” ...”a valuable tool to help one understand the disease and its roots more clearly, while providing healing options and inspiration to both sufferer, family, friends and those in the health profession.” This book can also be ordered as a PDF (US and Australian version) from anxietyanddepression-help.com.
by Michael Gearin-Tosh See the book review at Stanford University professor heals himself of myeloma (bone marrow cancer), one of the most lethal cancers known to man.
by Martin Brofman Ph.D. “This healer’s tutorial and reference book looks at the physical body as a mirror of the consciousness within, with specific tensions on the physical level being reflected in the mind.” Martin Brofman, Ph.D., healed himself of “terminal” cancer through a consciousness shift. He now teaches his healing “system through four-day residential Healing Intensive Seminars in various countries, including France, Switzerland, the United States, Italy, Germany, Denmark and Portugal.” Paperback: 216 pages
by Meg Wolff Dying of breast cancer in 1999, Meg Wolff had gone through mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiation after she had already been diagnosed with bone cancer in 1991 leading to the amputation of one of her legs. This is the remarkable and inspiring story of how she healed herself physically and emotionally and saved her marriage. "Before you reach the book's conclusion, you will see a life reclaimed, relationships rebuilt, and a spirit set free to send words of experience, wisdom, and hope to a world that increasingly needs to hear her words." (Meg Wolff adopted the macrobiotic diet.)
by Paul Kraus Paul Kraus was diagnosed with mesothelioma c. 12 years ago and given a death sentence of under a year to live. After declining the standard chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery he was offered, he embarked on a holistic path of nutritional therapy combined with immune boosting modalities and mind-body medicine. “A unique, inspirational book by a fellow sufferer & dedicated author & educator. Written from the heart &. with understanding there are guidelines to help enhance your body's own immune system.“ (a reader’s review)
by Dr. Mary Self and Rod Chaytor The unbelievable but true “miracle brought about through prayer” story of a 34 year old doctor who after suffering from bone cancer at age 17, was diagnosed with terminal cancer 17 years later. 10,000 prayers later, her symptoms simply disappeared, the tumour had vanished! (And remarkably, she herself seemed to have believed to be dying, so it is not a “simple” matter of power of belief or placebo ...)
by Mina Dobic, PhD In 1987, Mina was diagnosed with stage IV ovarian cancer metastasized to her liver, bones, and lymphatic system. Given two months to live, Mina realized that the conventional treatment (chemotherapy and radiation) suggested by her oncologists could not help her. Instead, she decided to adopt the macrobiotic diet and "way of life" and was cancer free within several months...
by Allen S. Chips, DCH, Ph.D. “Follow the author’s true medically documented account of how he cured himself of cancer with this approach. Learn about the roles of the immune system with herbal medicines, the anticancer diet and alkalinity, nutriceuticals and other recently discovered natural cures. Explore the oldest and most reputable alternative medicine cancer clinic the world—in Tijuana, Mexico, which uses the Hoxsey formula claiming an 80% success rate. Includes information from the Cayce readings as well, especially as related to the healing properties of the alkaline diet.”
by Annabelle Bondar (breast cancer survivor) Paperback: 124 pages
Publisher: Xulon Press (May 1, 2007) In September of 2005, the author had a tumor removed from the back of his head. He was diagnosed with medulla blastoma (malignant), and later the diagnosis was changed to JPA, or juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma (benign). Also compare Brain cancer healing testimonials.
by Carole Sfekas Ph. D.
Only weeks after moving to Florida, Carole Sfekas is diagnosed with a brain tumor. Carole is faced with a near death experience. As her story unfolds, Carole describes for her readers, her quest for survival. Her inspiring healing story includes her spirituality, intuition, and holistic healing. She expresses her belief in heavenly angels and earth angels who facilitated her healing. She details specific holistic spirit mind body modalities which helped her to heal. As a Reiki Master, Carole explains her use of Reiki to promote her healing. Carole's deep spirituality gives her a positive outlook on life. She incorporates her spirit-mind-body way of living her life into her healing journey. Her strong faith and sense of humor bless her throughout one of the most difficult challenges of her life. Carole tells of her profound gratitude to God for granting her all of the miracles which have led to her full recovery. Her inspiring story will help to encourage and motivate others along their healing journey. Also compare Brain cancer healing testimonials.
I am very hesitant to include the above two books by “lung cancer victor” Greg Anderson. I feature them since while they only seem to discuss conventional treatment options (as if they were the gold standard rather than the inhumane and mostly deadly and ineffective cancer business they truly are, with some or many patients apparently being “cured” but soon succumbing to a relapse or another disease connected to the toxic and/or mutilating treatment previously received*), this book apparently has empowered “cancer patients and their loved ones to move beyond their disease”. Written by another cancer survivor, for those who do choose the conventional treatment path this book seems to be a valuable “roadmap to recovery ... Filled with practical, healing ‘action steps’ that have been used by thousands of cancer survivors”. It has received accolades from personalities like Bernie Siegel MD to “normal” people directly or indirectly affected by cancer. Update October 2009: after visiting Greg Anderson's website, I am happy to report that while previous books of his were not embracing the stance embraced by Healing Cancer Naturally, his more recent work IS based on a much more compatible approach. Greg Anderson is the founder of the non-profit organization Cancer Recovery Foundation to help people prevent and survive cancer, and nutrition is one of its pillars while not underwriting cancer research or medical treatments but emphasizing a holistic or whole-person approach. * Compare Possible Serious Side Effects of Orthodox Cancer Treatment Doctors Might Not Have Told You About (these include death and intractable pain).
by Bri Maya Tiwari
Last but far from least, here is a holistic healing story: the beautiful account of a woman who healed herself of ”terminal” ovarian cancer after allopathic doctors had had ample time to practice their “art” (surgery etc.) on her hapless body. “Written as part memoir, part how-to guide, The Path of Practice is a conversational, self-described ‘course in healing and in living.’ Bri Maya maintains that ‘all pain is a reminder that we have strayed from the natural rhythms of life,’ and this book acts as a guiding light to bring us back. ... [having] retreated to the wintry woods of Vermont to die alone... Bri Maya reconnected with her Indian roots of self-sustainment by baking Indian breads, sifting grains and grinding masalas. She spent six months immersed in journaling, meditation and prayers, and when she emerged from her retreat, the cancer that had pervaded her vital organs had gone into remission. Bri Maya continued learning about the Vedas, reconnecting with Divine Mother, and disseminating her knowledge. She founded and runs the Wise Earth School of Ayurveda, and a charity, called Mother Om Mission, to reunite at-risk communities with the universe's natural rhythms. Bri Maya has delved into a lifetime of experience and boiled it down into The Path of Practice, briefly but precisely explaining the key principles of sadhana, mantra, mudra, meditation, pranayama, chakras, ancestral legacies, cosmic sound and silence, doshas and cycles of the moon. Peppered with personal examples and appropriately chosen quotes from Vedic lore, this book is an excellent primer or reference book for those who feel drawn to reconnect with innate natural rhythms in their daily lives. The chapters on ‘Sound medicine and spirit healing’ and ‘The inner sound of the human voice’ were of particular interest to me. Tejas, or soul vibration, ‘makes cosmic sound audible and produces our inner powers of transformation, our inner voice and intuition.’ She explains chanting exercises, prayers and mantras, and stresses the power of vibration and periods of silence. ... This book is a valuable cross-section of practices that facilitate a deeper connection with universal rhythms. Bri Maya's prose is lulling, accessible and entirely readable for the Ayurvedic novice, with enough comprehensive content to satisfy seasoned practitioners.”
by Aajonus Vonderplanitz C. 40 years ago, Aajonus Vonderplanitz was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (cancers of the blood and bone) and given less than six months to live. The conventional treatments he received resulted in three new diseases considered incurable. Taking his health finally into his own hands, he started living outdoors and studying natural healing. (The diet he found to be healing includes raw meat.)
by Elaine Nussbaum "The story of one woman's struggle with cancer and how macrobiotics helped her to cure it. This book was so inspiring that I bought 25 copies to give to friends over the years, and every single person said they loved it. The book provides information which can give hope for anyone struggling with serious illness." "Great book, great story! I followed what Elaine did for my cancer (stage 3 esophageal) and I am doing wonderfully today almost 2 years since my diagnosis." (reader's reviews)
by Anthony J. Sattilaro, MD
This is the story of a physician steeped in the conventional approach to medicine, until he is diagnosed with prostate cancer. Embracing a nutritional (macrobiotics) and spiritual new way of life, he heals his cancer. "My father was diagnosed with cancer and given six months to live. This book became a bible of sorts. My father changed his diet and followed other guidelines found in this book. After five months the cancer was completely gone and he's been cancer free for 17 years now. This book was primarily important for its underlying mesage that ‘You Can Beat cancer’ and my dad is proof.” (a reader's review)
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