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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

Hi Bill, much appreciate hearing your story. I'm kinda similar. Cancer diagnosis at an early age (x2), and I'm trying to minimize the chances of recurrence / maximize lifespan.

My research has repeatedly pointed me to the value of metformin, statins, aspirin, ACE inhibitors --- drugs I've been on since the removal of Stage 1 ccRCC. I also took intermittent dose (6mg/week) Rapamycin for about a year. Might go back to it in the future.

More recently, I've become fascinated by i) GlyNAC (translates to 2.4g NAC, 2g glycine daily for me) and ii) phytonutrients with life extension potential (green tea extract, curcumin, ashwagandha, boswellia, ginger, milk thistle...). I think the science behind these is getting nearly as strong as some of the top longevity interventions (because the effect size is so significant).

Anyways, I have a blog here. Kinda similar to yours (though I'm not a Dr). Evidence for every drug/supplement I'm taking. I'd suggest checking out NAC, Glycine, Glucosamine and other phytonutrient stuff.

Wishing you and the readers the best of health. Really enjoy reading your blog and recommendations. Thank you!

https://mylongevityjourney.blogspot.com/2021/09/my-current-treatment-plan.html

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Mar 25, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

A moving story well told. Adds great credibility to your campaign to improve health care.

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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

You have a great story and testimony! Keep it up!

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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

I remember those days very well. Always wondered how the heck you did that! I was amazed, and thought if I am ever that ill, I will try to copy you, and not give in to it! You were an awesome role model. And I am so happy for you and your family.

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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

Your story is amazing and inspirational! Thank you so much for sharing it.

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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

Wow, Bill. You are indeed the luckiest guy in the world! I agree! Congratulations!

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Mar 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

What a story, Bill. I think our experiences of pain and suffering can make us better healers, and that has truly been true in your case.

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You always listened and appeared interested in your patients. You weren’t pushed by the clock and that was appreciated. Thanks for your care.

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