Diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer at 36: Sami’s Symptoms, Diagnosis + What’s Next When the Doctors Said You’re Inoperable

Cancer is becoming more frequent for people under the age of 40. You already know my story - a  fitness and nutrition coach who is SO specific about what goes in my body and yet I was diagnosed with stage 2 bowel cancer earlier this year. In July this year, Sami - a fit and healthy personal trainer who was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer, and told by her doctors that she was inoperable. I wanted to get Sami on the podcast to share her own story, what her life was like before, the symptoms she experienced leading to her diagnosis, and her plan is to conquer cancer irrespective of what the doctors say.  This episode is important to listen to for a number of reasons, but if nothing else because Sami is an inspiration. The way she stays so grateful even when life throws sh*t at her… We could all learn something from her. Stick around to find out: What Sami’s life looked like before she was diagnosed (spoiler alert - she was living a healthy lifestyle) Why she chose chemotherapy even when people told her not to The mindset shift that keeps her pushing through everything The way she explained her cancer diagnosis to her young kids What Sami’s doing to make her body a place cancer can’t survive The shocking advice Danni’s oncologist gave me during chemo The first signs something was wrong… and how fast it escalated Why early detection for younger women needs to change The habits we’ve come to normalise that are making us sick What Sami wishes she’d done differently before her diagnosis Sami’s plan to fight, heal, and live to 90 If you want to support Sami head over to her IG @_sami_ or her PT studio @peachyfitbyronbay Mums, if you want to make sure that your toddlers are getting the good stuff in their milk - we’re talking whole milk not skim, no added sugars and no palm oil - make sure you check out Haven Toddler Milks. They have a full range of A2 Cow, Goat or Oat plant based toddler milks too so there’s something for every little tummy - and if you want a cheeky discount, make sure to use DANNI50 for 50% off your first single tin purchase. If you need a push to take control of your health - download my app Fit By The Figure or sign up for coaching.  I also share all of my health and fitness tips over on IG @danni.duncan_ so if you want more, make sure you join me over there. Or follow the podcast over @lifewithdanniduncan.