What about probiotics and wheatgrass?

charlotte14

Probiotics and wheatgrass during chemo?  What are people's feelings?

Moderators

Hi Charlotte,

Re: Probiotics, the main Breastcancer.org site says:

"Are there any risks? Probiotics can cause side effects such as gas and bloating, but these tend to be mild. However, people with weakened immune systems — such as those who are taking chemotherapy for cancer — could be vulnerable to infection by the bacteria. It is generally recommended that these people avoid probiotics."

You can read more here: http://www.breastcancer.org/tips/nutrition/supplements/known/probiotics

Hope this helps!

--The Mods

GrammyB7

When my counts were too low for treatment ( 1.4 in Canada) I took a tsp. of wheatgrass in a smoothie several times a week and the counts went up to 4.3! ( in 1 week)

A second time they were low 1.1 - I did the same and they went to 1.8 in 24 hours. I did not miss the treatment this time.