11Years Cancer - Free: the truth about life after TNBC

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11Years Cancer - Free: the truth about life after TNBC As I was replying to a message in an emotional health support group recently, a wave of memories from my treatment days came rushing back. It’s been 11 years since I was diagnosed with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) — a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer with limited treatment options. Though my physical treatment ended long ago, my healing journey continues. Every year post-treatment has brought a new layer of understanding, discomfort, learning, and rebuilding. And today, I want to write about the part of survivorship most people don’t talk about: the silent, emotional battles we face long after the doctors say we’re “okay.” 🎗️ Life After TNBC: The Emotional Reality Being a TNBC survivor is a blessing — and sometimes a heavy emotional burden. The fear of recurrence never fully leaves. A new pain or symptom can trigger deep anxiety. There’s the pressure to “move on” when inside, you know you’ve changed...
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My Wellness Kitchen – Foods I Trust for Healing and Balance

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 🌼 My Wellness Kitchen – Foods I Trust for Healing and Balance






Welcome to my wellness kitchen — a space where every ingredient is chosen with care, love, and intention. Over the years, I’ve relied on simple, nourishing foods and herbs to support my family’s health, manage fatigue, improve digestion, and stay emotionally grounded.

Here are some staples I always keep in my kitchen for health, immunity, and spiritual balance.



🍚 Grains & Lentils I Trust

Yellow Moong Dal – Light, cooling, and easy to digest. My go-to dal during stress, illness, or fasting.

Hand-Pounded Rice – Gentle on digestion, more natural than polished white rice.

Sabudana (Sago) – Excellent during fatigue and fasting days.

Sabudana Vadas(Tapioca cutlets)-Navratri Special




🧂 Healing Spices from My Masala Box

Turmeric (Haldi) – Anti-inflammatory and spiritually purifying.

Turmeric – The Golden Spice with Powerful Healing Properties

Jeera (Cumin) – Improves digestion, especially after heavy or acidic meals.

Ajwain (Carom seeds) – For bloating, cramps, and gas. I often chew a few after meals.

Hing (Asafoetida) – A small pinch in dals and curries helps prevent indigestion.

Coriander Powder – Cooling and supports hormonal balance.




🧈 Fats That Heal

Desi Cow Ghee – The heart of my kitchen. I use it for cooking, lighting diyas, and even applying a little on chapped lips or dry skin.


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Cold-Pressed Mustard Oil – Especially for winter recipes and deep flavor.

Coconut Oil – Useful for cooking, hair care, and oil pulling in the morning.




🪔 Daily Ritual Ingredients

Rock Salt (Sendha Namak) – Spiritually cleansing, also preferred during fasts.

Tulsi Leaves (Holy Basil) – I use it in tea, kadhas, and morning rituals.

Dry Ginger (Sonth) – Warms the body and relieves body ache and sore throat.



🍵 Kadha & Herbal Healing

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) – I prefer the whole fruit; it helps my skin and digestion.

Mulethi (Licorice Root) – I add a piece to warm water or tea for throat and gut.

Triphala Powder – I occasionally take it at night for gentle detox and digestion.
 

Home made immunity boosting (Kadha/Kashayam )Powder:



🥛 Ayurvedic Pantry Additions

Makhana (Fox Nuts) – A high-protein, sattvic snack.

Almonds & Raisins (soaked overnight) – For morning vitality.

Ragi Flour – Great for bone health and especially energizing during menopause.



🍽️ Kitchen Tools I Use for Wellness Cooking

Steel Pressure Cooker – For light khichdi and dal

Clay Pot / Earthenware – To enhance taste and retain prana in food

Small Brass Diya – Always lit during cooking or evening rituals



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🌈 Why I Keep This Page

Many friends and readers ask me what I use daily to stay grounded, energetic, and balanced. This list is my gentle answer — a glimpse into the quiet, nourishing rhythms that shape my wellness lifestyle.

You’re welcome to bookmark this page and revisit whenever you need ideas for a healthier, more soulful kitchen. I’ll update it as I discover more simple rituals and ingredients that work.

If you’re walking your own journey of healing — physical, emotional, or spiritual — I hope this post feels like a warm hug.


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