"Sweetie, you have cancer."
That's what doctors told Veronica Villanueva after she drove to the hospital at 4 a.m. and practically crawled into the ER, unable to breathe. Then came the next bombshell — her disease was incurable. And yet, three years later, Veronica is thriving, with "no signs of the disease in her body."
In The Grace of Cancer, Veronica delivers an inspirational message of hope and courage, and shares the recipe she used to fight her "incurable" disease. This is a must-read book if you want to reverse your disease — or prevent disease from invading your body — and accomplish your goal of living a healthy, vital, and fulfilled life.
You will learn the root causes of cancer and practical steps to balance and heal your body with an empowered mindset, belief in yourself, and that the higher power, God, and the universe are on your side. You'll discover how to use food as medicine, augment your immune system with nutritional supplements, detox your internal and external environment, and assemble a healing team that supports your goal: TO LIVE!
“Veronica, upon hearing the dreaded words ‘terminal lung cancer’ from a team of oncologists, stood up, looked at those purveyors of western medicine in the eyes, stamped her feet and said ‘I just won't have it’. This wonderful book relates the journey of a remarkable woman with not just an extraordinary ‘will to live’ but with a determination to discover and address the root causes of her cancer and not just follow established protocols that focus on treating symptoms.
Through a carefully calibrated natural regimen (most of which I, a close friend of 35 yrs, have applied with great success in fighting off colitis and IBS) of diet, juicing, stress management, exercise, cannabis, and vitamin therapies, Veronica hasn't just survived her cancer but is thriving. With informative pages, dripping with enthusiasm and encouragement for others suffering with cancer and other medical disorders, this book is pure gold.
— Howard Estrin, President, I.J. Peiser’s Sons Inc. (New York)
“When Veronica, a vibrant, athletic, healthy, non-smoker who rarely drank was informed by the oncologist that she had incurable metastatic stage 4 lung cancer and had six months to live, she responded with ‘Well, we have a lot of wood to chop don’t we?’ That refusal to give up medically and emotionally, the faith that she would survive the cancer, and the mindset that she was NOT a victim, all contributed to Veronica’s incredible journey documented in The Grace of Cancer.
Veronica shares the vast amounts of information she learned and absorbed during her battle with this devastating disease. While her extraordinary story provides a guide and is a goldmine for those with cancer or those who want to learn how to minimize the chances of having a cancerous disease, this book goes far beyond being a self-help book for cancer and related illnesses.
With her insight on changing one’s mindset, choosing to live her best life ever, and nuggets of encouragement and inspiration, Veronica’s book is a wonderful read for those wanting to better understand how to take control of their lives and start making brave and positive choices to reach a place of higher happiness and fulfillment. Bravo V for sharing your very personal story in this inspirational and educational book!
— Lauren Boyd, Chief Legal Officer, LaTerra Development, LLC
“A woman finds inner strength and overcomes a cancer diagnosis in this debut memoir/self-help book.
Villanueva can still remember the day in September 2016 when doctors told her she had six months to live. After rushing to the ER, unable to breathe, she received a terrifying diagnosis: She had stage 4 lung cancer, which held almost no hope of recovery. However, her reaction was not what readers might expect, as she responded with defiance rather than fear: “I heard the death sentence they gave me, but all I could think was, these doctors do not know who they’re talking to or what I am capable of achieving!” She underwent targeted drug therapy, and her fearless attitude would serve her well as she started her own pursuit of a healthy living. It wasn’t easy, and the author makes it clear that it required a fierce level of commitment as well as courage.
Over the course of her book, she lays out the exact steps that she took to improve her health, which included making a conscious decision to go on living. It also included healthier eating habits, and she helpfully provides lists and recommendations of produce and other items that she currently keeps stocked in her pantry, and there are delicious recipes to get readers started on the path that she took. Her journal exercises encourage deeper reflection, and her book explains the power of developing a personal healing mantra. Villanueva’s tone is earnest yet compassionate throughout; it’s clear that she seeks to educate and inspire her readers. In addition to her own insights, she incorporates quotations and excerpts from medical professionals as well as scientific bases for her advice. What makes this book stand out, though, is the fact that Villanueva doesn’t merely advise readers on how to take on a cancer diagnosis, but also how to get out of their own way while doing so.
An uplifting, courageous book about the healing power within.”
About the Author
Veronica Villanueva discovered her "why" after being diagnosed with stage IV cancer in 2016. She knows she is alive today to share grace, blessings, and the lessons that cancer has taught her. Her "incurable" disease gave her the gift of knowing herself, loving herself, and sharing herself with others in a profound way. Through her work as a trained Cordon Bleu chef and certified health coach, Veronica aims to inspire others to embrace a holistic lifestyle built on a commitment to growth, eating healthy foods, taking the time to create memorable moments, and of course, fostering loving relationships.