Author: Bettina Falkenberg

So….Elle MacPherson declined Chemotherapy

Published by Bettina Falkenberg

Unless you have been living under a rock you will have come across the media storm raised by the news that former Supermodel Elle MacPherson had declined chemotherapy against her doctor’s advice after she was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago. My newsfeed has run hot with outcries of “irresponsible”, “dangerous influencers”, “money-grabbing wellness entrepreneur”, “entitled multi-millionaire”. To be honest, I am shocked and disturbed by the vitriol spewed at Elle not only by media click baits but by serious health commentators. I don’t follow Elle MacPherson and I have no intention of reading her new book setting out her cancer story. I cannot make any informed comment about her choice of treatment. But I know one thing, cancer as well as its contributing factors and treatment options are incredibly complex and vary for every individual. I follow Dr Liz O’Riordan, the breast cancer surgeon turned breast cancer patient who, together with GP Professor Trisha Greenhalgh, has published The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer. It’s a fantastic book of level-headed evidence-based advice to help …

Guest blog: Diet and lifestyle changes can help to handle hot flushes

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Guest blog: Diet and lifestyle changes can help to handle hot flushes. By Lottie Williams, registered nutritional therapist   Hot flushes are perhaps one of the most unpleasant symptoms of menopause for many people. During menopause the way our bodies manage our reproductive hormones changes. Some women experience little-to-no symptoms associated with these changes, while for others the effects can be very pronounced.

One thing every woman should do

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One thing every woman should do This blog has been sitting in the back of my mind for quite a while until I recently had a client who inspired me to finally sit down and write it. This lady has been dealing with cancer for over 10 years. She has had 2 recurrences since the original diagnosis and is now at Stage 4. She is also doing remarkably well and working successfully in a new career. 

Three Simple Ways to Boost Your Resilience

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Three Simple Ways to Boost Your Resilience   When it comes to wellbeing, resilience is one of this year’s biggest buzz words. From politicians to parents, school kids to captains of industry, everyone needs a healthy dose of resilience. What is resilience; what does it do for us, and, most importantly, how can we increase the amount we have? Google defines resilience as: