Breaking The Silence: Sharing My Lung Cancer Diagnosis With You

[@AnnAndras]

Prayers and positive vibes to you ❤ I am a 12 year lung cancer survivor! There is HOPE!

[@MTknitter22]

@AnnAndras, oh so happy for you and your thriving now will continue too!!! ❤

[@LashusJourney]

To God be the glory

[@marigoldenergy8512]

Thank you for sharing. I am glad that you are doing so well…. Even if I don’t know you, but we are on a similar path with this lifestyle. ❤

[@sunflower8599]

What did you do? Which treatment?

[@terrijensen-u4f]

My mom had a year of chemo at about age 65 Stage 4 lung cancer. She got rid of it and lived another 22 years. I loved your inner knowing …I have stories like that with my mom. Her dr said it was her having good angels ! Prayers and love to you!

[@user-cs1xz]

WOW!!! i love hearing stories of hope like this ty for sharing

[@stephaniebloom161]

Chef AJ, I've never written you before. I want you to know that you have transformed my life for the good in powerful ways. Not just nutritionally, but also as you are a role model of living an authentic, bold, big, generous life. You've brought so much good to the world. I wish I could give you a big hug. I hope to be able to bring even a small percentage of the good you've brought to the world. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please take the time to feel your goodness deeply, powerfully.

[@juliestrauss7259]

I echo this message.

[@karenkelly6785]

Absolutely eco this message. Chef AJ, you are so loved! Check in with Chris Wark 🌿 🥕 🥦 ❤

[@margiemcquillan8279]

❤❤❤

[@janeschade7875]

I definitely will keep up close in my prayers❤

[@LEATRICESCRIVNER-t6o]

Love, Hugs and Prayers coming your way Chef AJ !🥰🙏🏼

[@marcyfrankel5028]

Live in the now!! Never give up. I'm a four time cancer survivor along with multiple autoimmune diseases. This is why I chose a "mostly" vegan lifestyle. You inspired me and will continue to forever. Take deep breaths...keep on living. and laughing. I love that you are sharing...so important that your have all our support.

[@montissawilliams1393]

Max Gerson therapy helped us. There is hope for a future, Gods plans for you are GOOD.

[@Viva-Longevity]

You’re one of my great heroes, Chef AJ. ❤ I’m so glad you chose the path of transparency and openness. 👏 We all adore you.

[@susanjohnston4066]

My heart just dropped! You have been the light of our lives for so long. Please don’t take on the burden of worrying what others think or say. You are in our hearts and we all want the very best for you. 💙💙💙 Susan J.

[@olgaguerra7915]

My 94 year old mom was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer at age 86--tumors reduced in size to small nodules, she follows WFPB life style and never smoked. Me: 20 years post breast cancer also WFPB. Your healthy lifestyle is an inspiration! Thank you for sharing.

[@agray-4rodents]

that is so encouraging!

[@MTknitter22]

That is so wonderful!! I know your testimonies, you and your Mom, will encourage and help fortify our AJ in courage and optimism!!

[@QuixoticBlackCat]

What medications or treatment did she do?

[@davdpl1478]

Maybe good to try turmeric, black peper, garlic, etc....

[@tinachxx110]

Thank you. And it’s about learning to be with cancer and if it shrinks or goes away that’s an extra bonus.

[@susanb598]

My husband had lung cancer 23 years ago and been living with one lung ever since. Prayers your way

[@emilyalana]

I wish I could give you the biggest hug. You have changed my life and I’m forever grateful to you for that. It breaks my heart that you had to worry about people being mean to you over this. Sending love and prayers for miraculous healing. ❤️ 🙏🏻

[@MrsAloha1959]

Ditto to every word you wrote. Chef AJ gave me a great LIFE, via UWL.❤

[@mariarooney6262]

P.S. This video is therapy for anyone. You are providing that through your truthfulness and grief live. We can all relate in our own personal way. Not too many people would be vulnerable enough to do this. There is a purpose in this video. You are helping people without realizing it. Again, thank you.

[@hbrown3953]

I agree with you totally.

[@missys.8669]

I asked 6 months ago if you were okay, that you looked different to me, and you responded very angrily and aggressive to me. I wasn't being mean or rude, I was asking out of total love. Now you've shared this it makes sense. I'm sad this is the case for you. My heart and prayers are going up for you! Had you not been eating such a healthy diet some other nasty disease may have taken you from the world ages ago and you wouldn't have had the impact for eating a healthy vegan diet as you have. So I praise God that we've had you as a driving force. God willing He answers our prayers and we will have you for many, many more years! God speed AJ! 💞

[@sunflower2594]

She's done the same thing to me more than once. I think some of us just rub her the wrong way for some reason. In any case, I wish her all the best and hope she heals completely. Her strict "no oils" including things like nuts and avocados did not work well for me, and I've thought more than once that she herself did not look healthy. However, she has done so much for so many, and I've bought all her books and recipes. She is an amazing person, and I pray for her presence in the community for many more years!

[@ayeleayih]

Chef AJ... I've been following you religiously for years now, all the way from Ghana🇬🇭... and you have greatly impacted my life. This is the first time I'm leaving a message under your videos. I will be fervently praying for you. Warm hugs. You're a kind soul and we love you . Never forget that

[@luckybluelab]

Bless you dear AJ. You have changed so many lives for the better. You have an army of people praying for you!

[@cindytoennies5538]

My mother in law was diagnosed with lung cancer at age 93 … accidentally found after being xrayed for a minor fall at her retirement home. After given the option of surgery (doctor’s preference) chemo plus radiation or just radiation… it was decided that both surgery and chemo would probably do her in and instead went with radiation only. She is now 97, and the oncologist said that it is a miracle, but he has to call her “cured”. There is no sign of it. She has some damage to the lobe of lung that was radiated because radiation does some damage, but that was worth it to get rid of it. She also has a very slow growing breast cancer that has not been a problem either. She is still enjoying her life and we are so glad she is happy and still here. Like you, she had no symptoms and felt normal. I think that is a good sign!! Good luck in weighing your options and choosing the option that your heart tells you is best for you. ❤

[@CHEFAJ]

Thanks for sharing your story!

[@lana7422]

My husband passed away 2 years ago after an unexpected diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. We asked and his oncologist guessed that he had about 3 or 4 months to live. It was out of the blue to hear this. After watching him through that time, I learned that for me personally it was much different than I expected. I had always been afraid of death, but it's not what you imagine. It was a much more peaceful time. Things slowed down and seemed to get slower and quieter. His family and friends were there and supportive to both of us. One of the last things he did before he passed away was to pray while we held hands. It comforted both of us. And we had family there with him 24/7 so he was not alone. I have lost that feeling of anxiety about the future. And I tell God many times a day how grateful I am for all that I have in life no matter how small.

[@CHEFAJ]

I'm so sorry for your loss!

[@MTknitter22]

Dearest AJ, I am so glad you reached out to us (your supporters & admirers) in such honesty and love. You are not hurting “the cause” of plant-based eating at ALL. Nobody said (or should) that this way of eating inoculated us from all illness. Only the type people with no heart would criticize your honesty here. We love you, will support you all the way through to total healing of this. Miracles happen every day, you have an army of prayer warriors pulling for you !

[@wildhorses6817]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@cgarden8111]

Cancer hits anyone no matter what you eat or do. I agree with your healthy life still. My Dad passed at 45 with brain cancer, I was 7 years old. My oldest brother passed at 67 with Colon cancer. My Mom passed at 68 and my other brother passed at 65. My goal as a teenager was to out live my birth family. I am the youngest of us 3 kids. At the age of 70, I have bet the odds. Very sad that my birth family have all passed. My new goal is to hit 100 and be healthy, strong, and very movable. Keep moving strong. Laugh everyday and enjoy your life.

[@NitaMarek]

Same boat

[@wildhorses6817]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@patriciaching100]

Remember your message has always been LOVE.. I was into 10 years McDougalling when I had colon cancer... it took me a good 6 months to surrender and have the colon surgery.. I fasted.. I fought the surgery etc. then finally I had the surgery it went great.. that must have 12 years ago. Today I am 81.. I see myself on a bus.. when I start questioning when is my stop coming up?.. I remember, that's right I am getting off at the end of the ride. Seeing you happy, joyus, and free of anxiety, living your best life.. with your little dog and husband.

[@CHEFAJ]

Thank you! ♥

[@helenwiegand6183]

Hi Chef AJ, I’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. This is a very scary time for you. It was for me, when I was diagnosed last year at the age of 40 with stage 3B ovarian cancer (partly BRCA partly asbestos exposure and trauma were my likely triggers). Other than surgery, I treated it holistically and changed my diet almost to WFPB. I’m cancer free now since the last 6 months. I have to say, having cancer made me want to live again. My trauma/C-PTSD was so bad that I didn’t want to live anymore, but actually being confronted with the likelihood of dying switched something in me and I made the decision to live, to take responsibility for my health and I feel now the best I’ve ever felt. I haven’t listened to all of your video yet; have to go to sleep, it’s late over here in Germany. I wish you all the wisdom to make the right decisions for YOU and the peace that you need to feel calm, and all the support that you need that I’m sure your family and this community will give to you. I could write a whole lot more, but it’s already a lot to read. Sending a big hug 🤗 Lena

[@michelle_cen]

Thank you for your story here, it will help a lot of others too ❤ You are incredible

[@CHEFAJ]

Hugs to you!!

[@helenwiegand6183]

Thanks Michelle, I’m not amazing, just a normal girl who’s learning a lot and fortunately has a great support system in the form of my amazing husband and a couple of friends who are 100% behind my decisions. I have my bad days, trust me, but now I have a purpose and am working on something to help other people diagnosed with cancer.

[@thomashugus5686]

2 time cancer survivor here. Stay strong and I wish you the very best! I am an atheist also

[@melvamelendez9817]

My heart is expanding with a compassion that wants to reach through the the laptop screen and wrap you in a big warm hug.

[@CharGC123]

Well said and same here, and i'm sure across the board. Though most of us have never met her personally, she has been our wonderful, caring, friend for so many years. I lost religion when I lost my son, so I'm really not into prayer, but still wish to send warm, loving, healing thoughts her way in this precarious and unpredictable journey we call life.

[@gula_rata]

@22:01 👉Tuesday, December 17th at 8:30 AM Pacific Time❤️ OK! Chef AJ, you asked everyone to pray for you exactly at that time. So to everyone seeing this, let's do that.🙌 Chef AJ has been supporting everyone through her channel, so now let's support her back and do as she requests.🎉 Chef AJ, with hundreds, if not thousands of people around the world supporting you, we sincerely believe you will get through this.🌈✨Accept all our support and prayers from various faiths around the World🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️🌎🌍🌏✨

[@gaBetibu]

💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@daniellebarron9181]

Sending you a huge hug and a tremendous amount of positive thoughts! Cancer doesn't care who you are or what you eat. My wife is a stage 4 colon cancer survivor. Keep positive! We are all here for you. 🙏💕🙏

[@christophervann]

I'm with you Chef AJ. I admire your courage and the way you comport yourself; you're an inspiration. I'm standing with you as a vegan, as a fan, and as a friend.

[@juttaduncan7216]

I wish you the very best. I always get "snappy" in whole food groups when the subject comes up and people get down right mean about this subject. I collect data for cancer research, also volunteer with various cancer programs. You are a human who is living her best live in the healthiest way possible. You need support and love, not judgement. Even living this lifestyle, you don't always have control over your environment and sometimes regardless what you do, you still get ill. Living so healthy, you will be ahead in your treatment. Sending you virtual hugs ❤️ you are still an inspiration, this is your journey , you travel it how it is best for you. Please keep us up dated . If laughter is how you want to absorb what you are going thru and how you want to cope is your choice. Anybody that doesn't support you and try to uplift you in your journey, doesn't deserve you given them one minute of your thoughts, your focus needs to be on you. You sound stressed and clearly still processing, take care of you right now. You are not responsible for the rest of the WFPBNO community. ❤️🤗

[@brigidpurcell3422]

It's very generous of you to share this news. Your work has saved so many, and this will probably result in many more getting an earlier diagnosis. Thanks so much for everything you do.

[@brucesydney7745]

Oh Chef AJ, my heart aches for you. I empathize with you. I have endometrial cancer. I just had a CT scan and MRI, waiting for results regarding metastasis. My Pastor calls it the little c. The big C is Christ who can give us peace. In 2018 I had proton radiation to my eye for melanoma, and have now lost my eyesight in my left eye. My primary doctor is Dr. McDougall’s son, Craig. I have times where I break down and cry, but for the most part, I have peace from Christ. I will be praying for you daily.

[@coraleigh9661]

Hi, I just finished proton radiation for choroidal melanoma. I will probably lose my vision in that eye. I’m getting scanned for Mets in January. 6 years WPB.

[@coraleigh9661]

Chef AJ, I got a cancer (choroidal melanoma) in the back of my eye. I recently got proton therapy, now to wait. Checking for Mets in January. We love you, choose the treatment that feels good in your gut, ignore what others say if it’s not positive or doesn’t resonate. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jamiefaber6262]

Little c and big C! I love this and am borrowing it! God bless and keep you❤

[@linzertube]

Hi Chef AJ! I’m sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I wish you all the best in this journey. I’m Lindsay. I’m 62 years old and I have been vegan for 12 years and I eat quite cleanly. I went to True North Health in 2014, where I heard about you for the first time, and I have followed your work since then. In mid-March of this year, while travelling, I found out that I had uterine cancer. I came back to Toronto and had 6 cancer treatments which finished in mid-September - no more cancer. A couple of weeks ago, I had a full Hysterectomy. I am recovering from everything and hope to travel again, in the future. I hope that, whatever you decide to do (I haven’t watched the video as yet), it goes smoothly and easy for you.❤. My husband and family all said that I was the healthiest-looking sick person they knew. I hope that the same goes for you.❤

[@GlioriaGoldwyn]

I never even heard of WFPB until I was fortunate enough to stumble upon one of your videos, about 2 years ago. It changed my life. Now I am committed to it and doing well. You have touched so many people and are so kind and authentic. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending big hugs

[@stacyhensel7056]

Praying for a full and complete recovery!🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@cynthiahumphrey1718]

I am so sorry to hear your news. I am a long time follower. I am praying for you.

[@2t3hr7]

Chef AJ ❤❤❤❤❤❤ You are the giant of all plant based leaders. We LOVE you. Your transparency is HEAVEN!!! And HEALING!!!

[@PaulaSeekins]

Doing this Podcast shows how incredibly brave you are to share such a private journey with your listeners! You wear your strength and vulnerability on your sleeve. Thank you for pointing out to everyone to reevaluate our lives and stay in the moment and enjoy it and all the little things in our everyday lives! Prayers for you every day that you kick this cancer in the A… big time and are with us for many, many more years❣️

[@tamarahubbard412]

Oh no😢 I’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. You were one of the first people i found in 2020 to follow and learn about eating plant based. We are the same age and i grew up an hour north of Chicago where you lived. I connected right away with your personality, your humor and your kind midwestern heart for people. I’ll be praying for you for your treatment whatever you choose. I appreciate you wanting your followers to know this news. Prayers and hugs to your and your family🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[@denisemcmahon7598]

Dear AJ, Charles, Bailey, friends & Co workers, I sympathise,commiserate & support you with my thoughts & prayers. There is no lifestyle, mindset or magic formula that makes our human body last forever or avoid illnesses. That's what makes our time precious . I first found your KZbin channel at the beginning of the Pandemic, when everything was crazy & scary. Watching you daily shows & the older programs kept me focused, sane, motivated, & nourished in mind & body. Wishing you all comfort, peace, & moral support during this time.

[@louannranne6049]

Although I am not a vegan I do enjoy your recipes and applaud your outlook. You’re in my prayers. 🙏❤️

[@sylviawilliams9185]

Hey, Chef AJ. I'm praying for your healing. Thank you for your transparency.

[@MarcelaRodriguez-sw1fk]

I once heard Anita Moorjani, a cancer survivor, say that no medical doctor has the right to say when you’re going to die after having diagnosed you with cancer. If that happens you should see another more empathic doctor. It is through pain and illness that our body tells us what emotional burdens we must get rid of. Maybe it’s time for you to listen to your true self, to let it out, to be compassionate with yourself. I’ve recently taken a course on how to heal the childhood wounds and it has been so revealing! It has shown me what emotions are behind being a controller, and an anxious and phobic person and have learned how to deal with those emotions wisely. Wish you well and soon recovery! 🙏🏻. Greetings from Mexico.

[@charleneweege7149]

Yes, that was shocking for a doctor to do that.

[@melanieg284]

Would appreciate hearing what course you took, I could do use something like that!

[@spirittwo7381]

Love Louis Hay’s books too!

[@jaxbooks6301]

I am interested as well.

[@sherylsankey1793]

Surrender, allowing life to unfold as it will, letting go of needing to control and trusting the Divine, loving God and yourself unconditionally….. this thing is an opportunity to practice all of this stuff. Not good at receiving- yes - dear sweet AJ - it’s time to receive because you are so so worthy of being given to and loved. I want to go into this screen and just rock you in my arms - a sister from another mother. And there are many sisters here from other mothers who deeply and dearly love you. ❤❤❤ Yes - simple daily moments - seeing how precious the ordinary moments are. ❤❤❤❤

[@debbiekiefer4938]

AJ. Thank you for being so transparent and vulnerable with us that love you, your channel, and the goodness that you bring to the world. We all need more bright lights like you! I switched to WFPB eating 6 years ago, and you and other WFPB channels have given me so much hope and understanding of all sorts of things this life offers. I did reverse some ailments that were starting to become chronic, lost a ton of weight, and felt more energized to do the things I've wanted to. I am going on 68. I now backpack and am doing sections of Oregons PCT trail. I lift weights, garden, go on adventures w family and friends, and cook wholesome foods for my family. I realized some time ago that if I didn't start doing the things I wanted, I might never have the chance since tomorrow is not promised. I love your incredibly supportive guest today, and I am so happy that you have all these people in your life, to uplift you, and to give you what you need in this season of your life. We will all pass through these seasons eventually, and my hope is that I am able to be as open, accepting, and seeing the silver linings that are still there, as you are. Hope, hugs, and prayers for you and Charles!

[@joannefrench1172]

After I was diagnosed with rare life-threatening autoimmune disorder, I found this small medal I keep on my purse for encouragement. " They said to her 'you cannot withstand the storm.' She said 'I am the storm.' I feel you have li 1:14:16 ved your life like you are the storm. I've been so inspired. You are a huge gift to humanity, as well as the planet. I will pray for you, give you over to God. Buried feelings never die. I'm grateful that you opened up, that you invited us to share your journey.

[@juliecasey5250]

I added the date and time in my calendar to give a prayer reflecting your healing, wellness, and love. I invited close people in my life who know how important you are to the world. Your authenticity is mesmerizing.

[@suzannekazmiruk183]

Hugs to you AJ! My husband is a 20 year cancer survivor, there’s always hope. Hugs to Charles too, I know how hard this is ❤

[@dorindachristian9134]

Prayers. You have been such a blessing to so many of us. We love you.. My desire is that you feel all the love our attitudes are sending to you.

[@Nelrodrig]

Peace and recovery to you, AJ. If you're bringing people on, Kris Carr, over 20 years living with the diagnosis, might be a wonderful, bright, inspiring, educational, insightful guest. She's on all major platforms, has a documentary, and can easily be reached.

[@ellen3093]

I was going to say that! Kris is wonderful, she has so many interesting thoughts and just wisdom. She would be a great guest!

[@atomic_poppy]

I agree!!!

[@msicottevt]

Ohhhhhh AJ nooooo….. you listen to me!!! Don’t you DARE let any negativity in!!! Hard stop! You lean on us! Lean on your people!! You have no space & no time for ANY of that nonsense. Keep those thoughts positive!! You CAN!! Believe nothing else. We are here! Always! There is always love !!! Hang in there ❤❤❤

[@bernadetteswanson3304]

Chef AJ, you are such a bright, authentic Light in the plant-based community and beyond. Thank you for sharing your diagnosis. Being PB is not a guarantee of never getting an illness, as much as we would like it to be. But it allows us to live our healthiest life, no matter what, even within an illness. I'm praying for your health and for your peace of mind. Gentle hugs to you and Charles. ❤

[@marthadoelle7585]

You are such a wonderful person who has helped so many. We are all there for you and praying for a full recovery 💚

[@fmfm9846]

I am so sorry to hear this AJ, you're an example and heroine to me for so many years. Sending prayers to you and family.

[@loriledner6528]

AJ - you’ve been my world of inspiration for the longest time. It breaks my heart that you’ve been afraid to share the pain you’ve been going through. I think you’re wonderful and am sending you so much love and the very best wishes. ❤❤❤❤

[@sharonhanson6375]

Anyone who doesn't support you doesn't deserve your attention. They are haters.

[@cathyskitchenprescription500]

Oh AJ. We all love you and are so grateful for all you've given to so many. Thank you for sharing your diagnosis, and your feelings so courageously and honestly. We are surrounding you with love, with light, with our prayers. 💗💗💗

[@firemipspy1198]

It just makes me sad. When Dr. McDougal died, it just hit me so hard. I love you AJ! We are all going to die, I'll support you till the end.

[@bobsmomone]

Thank you for all that you do Chef AJ. You changed my life and countless others as well. You will be in my prayers and always in my heart! There is always hope and please remember that you have so very many people that care about you!

[@nancyvernazza8621]

Chef AJ you have been a huge inspiration to me nutritionally. I’m down 38 lbs since July and nearing my goal. I absolutely love your communication style, straight forward, intelligent, and with a sense of humor! Thank you for all you do and for sharing your knowledge and personal life with all of us on YT. I’m sending you a great big hug along with my gratitude for being so open and authentic. Sending strength and healing energy your way🌻🪻🌻

[@sherriepiechowski4556]

Keep repeating to yourself- God is bigger than any cancer or the fears I am feeling. Love you Chef AJ and I will be praying 🙏 for your complete healing and that he will wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you as you walk this walk!

[@gaBetibu]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@jo-annestober5655]

❤❤❤❤ from Australia with so much LOVE! You were absolutely instrumental in our journey (my husband and I) six years ago, in not only choosing a life of compassion by being Vegan, but through both you all all your amazing guests, led us forward to a 100% WFP EXCLUSIVE WOE. Thank you for all you have done and will continue to do. I’m sending prayers and healing energy to you today and every day forward. Understanding at the soul level the power of NOW, this one shining moment, and living fully in it, has changed our lives too. I know you understand this now as well. May peace and deep joy be with you every moment always Joanne 🌟🌟🌟

[@alanalynn2023]

Letting your fans know this is good . Now you have many believers praying for your recovery.❤

[@howardbielich2089]

I will be praying for you. You played a major role in me regaining my health since 2017. Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do.

[@cindys2995]

This video about anxiety resonated so much with ME. I have suffered for YEARS and the Lord Jesus Christ has really brought me a long way. I would be frozen with worry and panic and He has just softened me. I am not totally there, but I am better than yesterday. Thank you for your transparency.

[@naturallawhealth9272]

Chef AJ...I want to give you a BIG LOVING HUG!! Thank you for your bravery and honesty. I hope you can feel the LOVE we all have for you. Be your authentic self!! Your lungs will rejoice💜💚💜

[@smartrose11]

Sending prayers and love. You've changed my life and several of my family members' for the better. We will be praying for you all month. If the biopsy schedule changes, don't worry. You're covered in prayer. There are two statements I try to remember when life gets challenging or scary. "I'm going to LIVE until I die." (Meaning embrace every opportunity and keep enjoying good things to the very end) And "Come what may, and love it." I know that through Christ there is hope, no matter what the future brings. Thank you for being so courageous and real by sharing this with us all. You are simply amazing.

[@createwithconfidence8094]

The hardest thing is accepting the kindness and actions of others. Even if you can, it doesn't mean you have to. Cancer is scary. So is the treatment of cancer. Know that most humans will support you and have their own personal grief so they can relate to you as well. Best to you as you navigate your life.

[@michholl2]

You are in my prayers during this season of life. I am an ovarian cancer survivor -2008. Raw foods helped my healing. I have sometimes rebelled since, but listen to podcasts like yours when I need motivation to do better. Thank you for sharing your life with us…all of it! God Bless!

[@KaylynBartlett]

High raw or all raw? What do you eat?

[@karenrosen4199]

Wishing you strength and healing in the challenges ahead. You are a rock star in my world no matter what!

[@Lisa777Thereisabetterway]

Sending my love, thoughts and prayers to you and family. The only advice that I would share with anyone with a cancer diagnosis is.....Do not let fear guide you! I'm speaking through my own experience. God Bless & BIG hugs

[@KenTurman]

We are all rooting for you, Chef AJ! Thank you for sharing and for all that you do to help us live healthier lives!

[@gaBetibu]

. . . all I can express is that my heart aches for you so much, Chef AJ...I, too, strongly believe in the power of prayer; and you are, as of rt now, at the very top of my most fervent prayers....I Love You So Much...I have loved you, healed with you & learned from you for years...and I feel very strongly that your strong faith will get you thru this temporary, tho highly emotional, life challenge...please receive all my Love, Hugs & Prayers . . . (from an over-70 Latina, with so much Adoration) . . . 🙏🙏🙏

[@becky-kq2hb]

We love you Chef AJ. To be able to discuss this openly takes immense courage and strength. You have helped so many people and now it is time to accept help from others.

[@libbylou7125]

Mum was a vegan, never at sugar or food past 6 years. Never a drinker or smoker. She had heart failure in June 2021. Her non vegan friends were quite horrible. They said we eat whatever we want and we don’t have heart failure blah, blah, blah. They were disgusting. Mum is now nearly 83 3.5 years later and her heart has slightly improved. As I explained to mums moronic friends her 3 sisters who ate whatever they wished from heart failure at 44, 65 and 70. Mum would be dead if she didn’t become vegetarian 45 years ago and vegan 23 years ago. Heart issues and HBP are in her family. I praise God mum has been strict with her food because she is still with us. Chef AJ you’ve got this. You look amazing, you’re being looked after and you will beat this. Glad you came out with this. I’m an SDA, like Drs Dheil and Nedley, so have put you on my prayer list. His loves you so much, you are His beloved princess and He will carry you through this experience. I discovered you more than 10 years ago and absolutely love you and your zest for life. May God bless you abundantly. Love you ♥️🙏🏻

[@themountainsandthesea4121]

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[@potterylady44]

Wow...seems like your mom's friends had heart failure too. The one that truly counts in life. They need a heart transplant. So careless.

[@narelled159]

Your mum sounds like she needs new friends! Real friends wouldn’t be so cruel.

[@libbylou7125]

@ she has distanced herself from them. Luckily she has other friends. They’re just jealous that she took control of her life and is strong in her stance. People get jealous. In the past 3.5 years her heart has grown stronger and was able to reduce some medications. God is good!

[@emilybarry9410]

You are a beautiful soul and role for courage, authenticity, and poise. Thank you Chef AJ for continuing to show up of here and lead with your heart ♥️, sending my love and prayers 🤲

[@gdwlaw5549]

After a terrible moment in my life, I found real comfort by following a plant based lifestyle almost 15 years ago. Dr Greger, Mcdougal, and you were my go-to references. Vegan jokes are hard to find. Look forward to the next episode ❤

[@samalamadingdong1010]

Chef AJ, Thank you for sharing your story. I too was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer (ovarian) as a WFPB vegan. It was shocking and difficult indeed (lots of dog cuddling for me). Please know that it's not necessarily a terminal diagnosis. You can heal. I'm now two years post treatment with no evidence of disease. I continue to believe in the healing abilities of the the diet, exercise, and stress reduction. I wish you all the best. ❤

[@suemichaelsen8486]

Thank you, Dr Lederman, for being such kind friend and support for Chef AJ. Best wishes for you and loved ones.

[@montourigirl]

Oh girl! Your honesty and vulnerability are a gift to so many who are such a similar healing journey. I don't know you, but I just want to hold your hand and give you a hug. You are a beautiful, strong, and caring soul. Keep sharing your heart. It will be healing for you and others❤ Love and prayers.

[@carolinesterling9307]

Dear Chef AJ, I have so much respect for you period. You have helped all of us who are dedicated to the WFPB. I personally came to this lifestyle from being sick as a long term vegetarian. Many of us only started this lifestyle as adults after years of unresolved health challenges. Please don’t let anyone blame you for your current health challenge . I appreciate your courage so much! Sending you hugs prayers and my very best wishes!

[@queenbee7819]

I love you AJ. I'm so sorry you are suffering. Am sending you gentle healing thoughts.

[@theresaboudreau2206]

Oh, I’m so sorry to hear this AJ. I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.

[@lilly11223]

Chef Aj I’m praying for you long life prosperity my uncle went in remission from stage 4 lung cancer don’t discourage yourself have faith you can reverse it.praying for your recovery.

[@sweetpea517]

To turn your pain into inspiration for others is immeasurably gracious and loving. I join your devoted followers in wishing you healing and happiness. Thank you for sharing your story and helping so many.

[@cathycunningham973]

Chef AJ my heart goes out to you and my prayers go up to you. I have had lung cancer in my lymph nodes, and was inoperable. That was in January 2020. There is HOPE!! Please do not lose your Faith over this. God knows everything about you and what you’re going through. I will be keeping you in my prayers. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Sending you lots of love and hugs. ❤️🤗

[@dmsmithsmith]

AJ, you are one of the first teacher/creator that I found when I went on this WFPB journey almost 10 yrs ago. I am very grateful for the laughs, support, great recipes and inspiration that you have given me. You have helped so many people. Sending you much love and support.

[@Anousha88]

Thank you for sharing, and being able to be vulnerable and open with your little you tube community. I found it really heart warming and very courageous of you ❤

[@wwaportraitpainters]

I'm so sorry to hear this terrible news. My prayers are going out for you right this minute. Thank heavens you have access to the most brilliant brains on the nutritional front. There's that at least. Big hugs and prayers for you. You're going to be getting those from so many thousands and thousands of people who love you. Hang in there and keep looking up! ❤❤❤

[@Clarkfamilyorchards]

I prayed for you Chef AJ. You’re such a fighter and I know you will do well! I wish I could come through my phone’s screen and give you the biggest hug. Do all the little things that make you feel safe in the moment. You will have moments where you freak out but just know you will be ok. Bailey and Charles are there for you as are many others who love you. ❤

[@lesliekemling]

So much positive energy sent your way. Cancer happens to vegans and non-vegans. Don’t waste your time worrying about the negative vibe people… we love you and support you! ♥️♥️♥️

[@shilo345]

I've been watching your videos on and off for the past couple years--I've learned so much from you and your guests. I've never commented before but I was so moved by your admission and vulnerability that I felt I needed to say something. We all need a reminder that life is the greatest gift and to have gratitude, so thank you. I'm so sorry you are having to go through this. I'll be thinking of you and sending lots of love and healing vibes. 💚

[@suemichaelsen8486]

Words fail. Prayers for you to receive the best care and best healing.😪

[@wendypiper3486]

You did the right thing! We all need honest communication right now. Thank you.

[@plantpoweredpedaler]

WOW! Lung Cancer challenge. You can do this. I am sending you lots of healing love and prayers. You are an amazing powerful woman and if anyone can turn this around, you can.

[@crystalgail7700]

You're looking for something inspiring to say, but we all know that it's just you. You've inspired so many of us for so many years. Thank you for sharing this and being so real. We love you, AJ.

[@lizhillbrand7692]

I’ve learned so much from your channel through all the people you’ve had on over the years and I am so grateful to you and to them. You will be in my prayer list. Wishing you well! ❤❤

[@lolitamorris2943]

Prayers,new here comenting in a video …but ,loving your candor,transparency and wishing you health and safety… ♥️🙏🏽 ♥️

[@ConnieWisnousky]

Thank you for having the courage to share your diagnosis and what you have been going through. You have been such an inspiration and have helped me so much on my health journey. I have two siblings I am very close to, that have recently received devastating cancer diagnoses. Giving me such insight into your world and journey will help me with understanding and being supportive with their journey. You help others in so many ways. Saying many prayers for you!

[@AnnaCabot-lm3mc]

Chef AJ, I am holding you closely in my heart, and praying for your recovery. God bless you. Thank you for your bravery in coming out about your diagnosis. Thank you for your years of kindness in sharing your knowledge. ❤

[@mariarooney6262]

I’m reading DickVanDykrs book, “Keep Moving”. I just took a break from reading it and I go in my phone and chef AJ comes on. He talked about dancing, singing every day. Among many other things. He’s in his 90s. It’s an inspirational book for anyone interested. We love you Chef AJ because you are so authentic. I’m glad you are sharing this. Thank you for your courage. Even if you don’t think you are courageous.❤️

[@kimberlyfollin5847]

❤I have been following you since 2016, You have inspired me in so many levels, I’m here now supporting you AJ ❤

[@sherylsankey1793]

Oh dear AJ boubie. Holding you in my heart at this time. Love you so much and I pray that you will heal from this.

[@susanh5585]

You’re not alone. I’ m a 6 year breast cancer survivor. I appreciate your honesty. And you’re right about you making your own personal decisions about which treatments you choose or don’t choose to do. It’s a very personal decision only you can make. It’s between you and your medical team. Best wishes to you. ❤

[@lavondahawkins]

Your honesty is greatly appreciated. We are still learning from you as you go through this journey. You have more support than you realize. ❤

[@ajk2009]

💯 well said ... still learning 🥲