
When Sally, a patient from Ohio, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma last year, she faced an uncertain future. Her oncologist recommended aggressive treatments like chemotherapy and stem cell therapy, but Sally chose a different path — an integrative, metabolic path to health, healing, and thriving. Today, she is in remission, and her story is one of resilience, faith, and the incredible impact of community support.
A Journey of Hope
Sally’s progress has been remarkable. As she explains:
"My oncologist doesn't understand why I am improving when he is not treating me. He just wants to keep an eye on me to make sure I am still moving in the right direction."
Sally credits her healing to her faith and the integrative care she’s received through Options Naturopathic:
"I, of course, give God all the credit, but I believe He has worked through Options Naturopathic and the wonderful Doctor that I work with."
Overcoming Hurdles
Like many patients, Sally has faced not only the physical challenges of cancer but also significant financial obstacles. Treatments like mistletoe injections and essential diagnostic tests aren’t covered by insurance, making it difficult for her to access the care she needs.
That’s where the generosity of donors has made a life-changing difference. With the help of a patient treatment grant, Sally has been able to afford critical tests and therapies:
"I so appreciate those who are able to contribute to the grant that I just received. There are tests that my doctor would like to do that are out-of-pocket. Just paying for the doctor's visits, the mistletoe injections, is a lot. So, I will be able to have these tests that will help my doctor to further understand me and what I need to heal."
The Power of Giving
For Sally, the support she’s received is more than financial—it’s deeply personal:
"Thank you again. You are an answer to prayer."
Her story is a powerful reminder of how collective generosity can bring hope and healing to those facing overwhelming challenges. By contributing to treatment grants, you help patients like Sally access the care they need to continue their healing journey.
How You Can Help
This Giving Tuesday, you have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients like Sally. Every donation, big or small, provides critical support for treatments, therapies, and testing that insurance doesn’t cover.
You can also support our mission by purchasing a limited-edition Metabolic Health Champion shirt. Every shirt sold helps fund patient treatment grants, spreading a message of hope while giving the gift of healing, but orders close at midnight tonight (Tuesday, Dec. 3).
Order your White/Off-White shirt here: MTIH logo on the front, “Metabolic Health Champion” on the back

Order your Blue/Black shirt or hoodie here: “Metabolic Health Champion” design on the front

Together, We Create Hope
Sally’s story is proof of the power of community and generosity. With your support, we can continue to provide life-changing resources to patients who need them most. This Giving Tuesday, be the answer to someone’s prayer.
Let’s make healing possible—together.
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