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This raspberry chia pudding is creamy, fruity and naturally sweet, with lovely little bursts of fresh raspberry in every spoonful. It’s quick to prepare, full of fibre and antioxidants, and makes a lovely breakfast or snack when you fancy something special. Ingredients 2 tablespoons chia seeds ½ cup (120 ml) milk (dairy or plant-based) A generous handful of fresh raspberries, mashed A few extra raspberries, to serve 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, optional 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds, to decorate Method Add the chia seeds, milk and vanilla protein powder, if using, to a small bowl or jar. Stir well until the protein powder has completely dissolved and there are no lumps. Gently mash the fresh raspberries with a fork, then stir them into the mixture. Leave to stand for about 15 minutes, giving it another stir halfway through. The chia seeds will absorb the milk and create a lovely thick, creamy pudding. Top with a few fresh raspberries and enjoy straight away, or cover and chill in t...

Today feels almost surreal. I just had my sixth and final Zometa infusion, a milestone I’ve imagined for so long. Yet now that it’s actually here, I’m surprised by the sudden rush of mixed emotions. There is enormous relief, of course. Having finished two years of Abemaciclib last June, this marks another major chapter of my breast cancer journey that I can finally put behind me. For years, my life revolved around blood tests, hospital visits, chemo wards, and endless scheduling. Now, the constant cycle of biweekly blood tests and treatment trips stops. That freedom feels amazing. Yet, finishing treatment brings an unexpected fear. Those appointments and medications were my safety net, proof that I was actively fighting to keep the cancer away. Even when exhausting, following the plan brought comfort. As that routine fades, the logical mind knows the medical team designed this path and that hormone therapy and monitoring continue, but cancer is as much mental as physical. The fear of r...