⚠️ Disclaimer: This page reflects our personal experience during Brad’s illness. It is not intended as medical advice. Supplements can interact with prescription drugs or existing conditions. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider before adding anything new to your routine.

During Brad’s journey, we tried to support his body with nutrition and supplements — always researching carefully and checking for any interactions with his medications. We also stayed in close contact with his doctor about everything we were using.

This list is not advice, but a reflection of what we chose after asking many questions, doing a lot of reading, and learning through trial and error. Everyone’s body is different. If you’re considering supplements, please consult your medical team and check interactions with your current treatments or prescriptions.

Morning

Brad started his day with a shake and a few supplements. These included a proton pump inhibitor (like Omeprazole) to help manage acid reflux and protect his esophagus — something his doctor approved.

He also took a women’s multivitamin for the iron content. His red blood cell count had been impacted during treatment, and we hoped gentle support might help.

Alongside that, he took:

• Moringa oleifera — a leafy plant often described in research as rich in antioxidants

• Frankincense capsules — a supplement we came across during our reading

Afternoon

In the afternoon, Brad took:

• Fish oil — for Omega-3 support

Evening

His nighttime supplements included:

• Vitamin C (1000 mg)

• Another Frankincense capsule

• Astragalus root — a traditional herb we read about in connection with immune system support

Daily Support

Throughout the day, Brad also took Nigella sativa oil — also known as black cumin seed oil or Cleopatra oil. We had read that it might support liver and kidney function and possibly reduce side effects during chemotherapy.

While Brad still experienced some mild numbness and cold sensitivity while on oxaliplatin, he didn’t develop certain other side effects (like cracking skin or mouth sores) that we’d heard about from others. Whether that was due to the oil or just Brad’s system, we don’t know — but we were grateful.

We also used frankincense oil topically, applying it gently to his neck and feet each day as part of his daily care routine.

A Note on Supplement Safety

We were always careful before purchasing anything — researching each brand, scanning for verified reviews, and checking sites like PubMed for peer-reviewed studies. We also tried to choose organic options when possible.

Unfortunately, there are many sites online that sell products with unrealistic claims. Before buying anything, we would search terms like:

• “[Product Name] + scam”

• “[Company Name] + reviews”

• “[Supplement Name] + PubMed”

This helped us avoid misleading information — and made it easier to separate the helpful from the hype.

Please Remember

⚠️ Supplements can interact with prescription drugs or existing conditions. Some foods — like grapefruit or pomegranate — can also interfere with certain medications. Always read the warning labels and consult a licensed medical provider before adding anything new to your routine.

Everyone’s path is different. This was simply part of ours.