Simone’s story: Overcoming cancer
Simone has lived in many places—England, Trinidad, New York, and now Maryland, where she’s been for over 20 years. She loves the area, but most of all, she loves food. “I’m a foodie,” Simone said with a smile. “I love sushi, Indian food, soul food—really, I love it all.”
She also shops at a nearby Amish market for fresh produce, nuts, grains, and lean meats. “Yes, it can cost more,” she admitted. “But I’ve had surgeries. I’ve seen the hospital bills. Eating healthy now is worth every penny.”
That became even clearer when Simone was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016.
“It was scary. At first, my doctor wanted to rush me into surgery. I needed a minute,” Simone said. She got three opinions and chose to start with chemotherapy before surgery. It was tough—especially because it took away her appetite. “I love food, so losing my appetite was the worst. Even a small protein shake took me two hours to finish, and sometimes I’d throw it up.”
Still, she kept going. “My faith carried me,” she said. “I had peace, even when it was hard.”
That cancer diagnosis changed everything. “I realized I can’t control the environment or my genetics—but I can control what I eat,” Simone said. She made a promise to drink more water, cut back on sugary drinks, and eat more vegetables.
Simone’s love for veggies has helped her stay strong. “I’ve never met a veggie I didn’t like!” she laughed. She roasts them—like beets and Brussels sprouts—to bring out their flavor. “Even if you don’t like all veggies, find the ones you do like and eat more of them.”
Now, Simone shares her story to inspire others. “No matter what you’re going through—diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer—we all need support. A community helps. It keeps us accountable.”
Her advice? “You don’t have to be perfect. I still enjoy treats sometimes. But every healthy choice matters. Start small. Be intentional. And don’t give up.”
Simone has lived in many places—England, Trinidad, New York, and now Maryland, where she’s been for over 20 years. She loves the area, but most of all, she loves food. “I’m a foodie,” Simone said with a smile. “I love sushi, Indian food, soul food—really, I love it all.”
She also shops at a nearby Amish market for fresh produce, nuts, grains, and lean meats. “Yes, it can cost more,” she admitted. “But I’ve had surgeries. I’ve seen the hospital bills. Eating healthy now is worth every penny.”
That became even clearer when Simone was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016.
“It was scary. At first, my doctor wanted to rush me into surgery. I needed a minute,” Simone said. She got three opinions and chose to start with chemotherapy before surgery. It was tough—especially because it took away her appetite. “I love food, so losing my appetite was the worst. Even a small protein shake took me two hours to finish, and sometimes I’d throw it up.”
Still, she kept going. “My faith carried me,” she said. “I had peace, even when it was hard.”
That cancer diagnosis changed everything. “I realized I can’t control the environment or my genetics—but I can control what I eat,” Simone said. She made a promise to drink more water, cut back on sugary drinks, and eat more vegetables.
Simone’s love for veggies has helped her stay strong. “I’ve never met a veggie I didn’t like!” she laughed. She roasts them—like beets and Brussels sprouts—to bring out their flavor. “Even if you don’t like all veggies, find the ones you do like and eat more of them.”
Now, Simone shares her story to inspire others. “No matter what you’re going through—diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer—we all need support. A community helps. It keeps us accountable.”
Her advice? “You don’t have to be perfect. I still enjoy treats sometimes. But every healthy choice matters. Start small. Be intentional. And don’t give up.”
Simone has lived in many places—England, Trinidad, New York, and now Maryland, where she’s been for over 20 years. She loves the area, but most of all, she loves food. “I’m a foodie,” Simone said with a smile. “I love sushi, Indian food, soul food—really, I love it all.”
She also shops at a nearby Amish market for fresh produce, nuts, grains, and lean meats. “Yes, it can cost more,” she admitted. “But I’ve had surgeries. I’ve seen the hospital bills. Eating healthy now is worth every penny.”
That became even clearer when Simone was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016.
“It was scary. At first, my doctor wanted to rush me into surgery. I needed a minute,” Simone said. She got three opinions and chose to start with chemotherapy before surgery. It was tough—especially because it took away her appetite. “I love food, so losing my appetite was the worst. Even a small protein shake took me two hours to finish, and sometimes I’d throw it up.”
Still, she kept going. “My faith carried me,” she said. “I had peace, even when it was hard.”
That cancer diagnosis changed everything. “I realized I can’t control the environment or my genetics—but I can control what I eat,” Simone said. She made a promise to drink more water, cut back on sugary drinks, and eat more vegetables.
Simone’s love for veggies has helped her stay strong. “I’ve never met a veggie I didn’t like!” she laughed. She roasts them—like beets and Brussels sprouts—to bring out their flavor. “Even if you don’t like all veggies, find the ones you do like and eat more of them.”
Now, Simone shares her story to inspire others. “No matter what you’re going through—diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer—we all need support. A community helps. It keeps us accountable.”
Her advice? “You don’t have to be perfect. I still enjoy treats sometimes. But every healthy choice matters. Start small. Be intentional. And don’t give up.”
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