Breast Cancer? Breast Health!: The Wise Woman Way (Volume 2) (Wise Woman Herbal)

From the moment I began reading Breast Cancer? Breast Health! I didn't want to put it down. I've read some of Susan Weed's other work and I love her voice. Her realistic and straight forward point of view is familiar and comforting, characteristics I believe could be very much helpful for women reading this book because they have been given the breast cancer diagnosis. Though some of the herbal remedies I was familiar with and agree with, Weed's take on chemotherapy, radiation and surgery as a cancer remedy is what I most identified with. Weed sees these actions as options in the course of healing, not as givens. I am in full agreement and I'm of the belief that people have been taught one avenue when it comes to cancer - kill it. I don't believe in "killing" cancer. I believe that cancer, and any disease, is the body calling attention to something that wants to be healed. With that I see that breast cancer calls to cells that need healing, compassion, and love - not killing, fights, battles, or harsh and often invasive treatment. Weed discusses similar in the book. Though the book was written in 1996, it is a fantastic reference manual for herbalist and layman alike, as well as, mentor in a way for women with breast cancer. However, I would love to see an updated version with more recent statistics and research. With that, it is complete with glossary, references, Materia Medica, and recipes - the book didn't disappoint! From herbal wisdom, to emotional encouragement, to scientific statistics, to knowledgeable perspective Breast Cancer? Breast Health! gives readers an insight into breast cancer not often seen and opens up an entirely different path of healing than does allopathic medicine. I would encourage every woman to read this book and every person to try the Garlic Toast Country Style recipe which has turned into a favorite breakfast addition for me!

I am a breast cancer survivor and wish I had found this book a couple of years ago. It is very empowering to read and and encourages women to take control of their own health and wellness. Once you get in the medical system, it's easy to feel victimized and over your head. Medical people try to scare you into treatments and drugs that may not be in your best interest. Ladies you need to educate yourself and learn how to care for and nourish your own body. This will go a long way in keeping us all out of harm's way within the medical establishment. Susun Weed stresses the importance of nutrition and self-care as a means to staying well, as well as not being afraid of your own body. (Many of us are, I think). This is a great resource for any woman, especially those with breast cancer - or who think they might get it -- and that could be virtually everyone! Recommend very highly.

This book has something for everyone, even if you are not into alternative methods of healing. While going through radiation for stage 1 breast cancer, I found Susan Weeds book to be very helpful. It made me feel optimistic about doing other things to heal along with the radiation. For instance, she suggested eating miso soup after each treatment to counteract the poisons in the radiation and helped me to see the radiation working on the cancer and not on the rest of me. I felt so encouraged by this book, that I ordered one for a neighbor/friend who recently discovered she has stage 2 cancer and will also have to have chemotherapy. It made me feel good to give her a copy.

Muy bueno

If you are one who appreciates the "wise woman" approach to health & healing you will love this book. I bought it when going through a breast lump scare. I made the choice to not have a mammogram. It's all a personal choice. Instead I followed guidance in this book and also inner guidance. Susun Weed is most compassionate in that she does not make judgments about which path of health & healing a woman chooses: conventional or non conventional. This book offers rich guidance for body, mind and spirit. A refreshing tome for making informed choices. And I am blessed to report I am in good health.

I'm reading this as I make my own journey through a Stage 1 IDC/DCIS Triple Positive breast cancer diagnosis. I find the wisdom and insight contained within these pages so helpful (although with all of the new findings in breast cancer research over the last 20 years since this was written...particularly relating to HER2, etc....it might need a little updating). The spiritual component is soothing, affirming and uplifting to someone dealing with this issue, and I've already put several of her recommendations into place.

This book is so helpful and so good!

Although I like the book and it's naturalist focus, when the reader comes to the area of breast cancer- beware- MUCH has changed in the 15+ years since publication. I am a registered professional nurse/nurse educator and a current breast cancer patient. I utilize complementary and alternative practices along with my nursing, so this book was recommended for me to read. Please know that in may aspects of the book, suggestions for breast health are good ones, methods for focus and relaxation are also helpful. However, breast cancer diagnostics are far more sophistocated and treatment is targeted with many of the side effects ameliorated by either herbal/homeopathic or pharmaceutical measures to ensure comfort during treatment. Final treatment options are very individualized. I found the remedies on p228-241 helpful for those undergoing chemotherapy, however, be sure to consult with the oncologist before adding numerous herbs to your diet. I find my oncologist and the oncology nurses are very supportive of alternative comfort measures and suggest using what works best- just keep them in the loop. In chapter 15, the author states that late stage breast cancer is "curable only by miracles..." p253. This is no longer completely true- metastatic breast cancer can be managed over time, moved to a form of chronic disease- much like diabetes or hypertension- medical management with complementary practices to support the human spirit, positive attitude and a healthy immune system are key to longevity. If you are looking for non-pharmaceutical support of your cancer and your treatment symptoms, this is a nice resource. If you are looking for up to date information on breast cancer- diagnosis, treatment, metastisis, and survival- look elsewhere

Happy with my purchase!

the information in this book in essential for everyone. We all know someone who has been affected by cancer, Susun Weed is sound on the science and gives common sense advice on how to lower our risk of being growing cancer cells. this book is full of advice on breast health and helping anyone who has a diagnosis of cancer. I can not rate this book more highly. I think everyone should read it.

I have a couple of Susun Weeds books and this one did not disappoint. It is really well written and full of great advice and natural remedies. A great read and antidote to modern medical approaches.

Very informative. Good read. Condition of book as described. Very happy with purchase.

Used book that I received and I paid the full price wowww