In 2008, at the age of 42, Susan received a diagnosis of Grade 3 / Oestrogen Receptor Positive Breast Cancer. This pivotal moment served as a wake-up call, propelling her into the world of veganism. Little did she know the profound impact it would have on her life and her understanding of the cruelty within animal industries.
Susan’s journey unfolded with a shocking revelation about the barbaric practices of animal abuse and the detrimental effects of certain foods on her health. Unaware of the high Oestrogen levels in dairy, along with other concerning elements in eggs, she embarked on a surreal journey towards a vegan lifestyle. Despite enduring significant challenges, including overcoming cancer, Susan made the life-changing decision to quit dairy and eggs in October 2008, followed by giving up meat eight years ago.
The transformation didn’t just stop at dietary changes; Susan experienced a remarkable improvement in her overall health. With the elimination of inflammatory foods, her health symptoms diminished, and astonishingly, her bones and blood continue to remain in excellent condition. Her oncologist, acknowledging the extraordinary journey, even refers to her as a miracle on every possible level.
Susan’s story is not only one of personal triumph over health adversities but also a testament to her newfound awareness and love for animals. Though she has cherished animals throughout her life, Susan admits to never knowing the profound truth about the treatment of animals within certain industries. Her journey is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of veganism and the positive impact it can have on health, well-being, and a compassionate connection with all living beings.
Please tell us more about yourself
My name is Sue and I am from Norwich , in the UK.
A beautiful historical city with a very good Vegan following !
Lots of cafes & restaurants that ( now ) offer Vegan choices & so over the Years it’s got alot easier , if I go out but to be honest I love cooking at home !
I QUIT dire DAIRY , Oct 2008 ! Following a Breast Cancer
Susan LeemingDiagnosis 2008 aged 42
I QUIT DAIRY OVERNIGHT
Susan Leeming
An ” alternative therapist ” who helps Cancer patients , advised I quit DAIRY as the Cancer was Grade 3/ Oestrogen Receptor Positive, meaning I had to try to reduce as much Oestrogen in my body in order to ” fight ” & take the traditional treatments alongside a change in my diet.
I never knew that DAIRY contained natural Oestrogen hormones , sex Hormones , mucas & more , nor did I know of the disgusting, horrific abuse of the Dairy industry, to both the mother and calf.
What a wake
Susan Leeming
I also QUIT EGGS at the same time , knowing that industry is also barbaric & that eggs too contain Hormones, mucas & more.
In those days there wasn’t much choice but having Unsweetened Soya milk & soya yoghurt made me get my Calcium intake , proteins , Vit D , B6 & B12 !! ( Plant based Estrogen)
My bones were scanned 6 months later and to the utter shock of my Oencologist , they were FINE as were my BLOOD results ! ( STILL ARE ! )
But soo many symptoms went too ! Giving up DAIRY & EGGS ! IBS, CRAMPS, my skin improved Drastically , my sinuses , lungs & chest felt clearer too
Again , Ditched meat overnight !
I then QUIT MEAT aged 50 ( January 2016 ) , as something wasn’t feeling right in my gut / intestines and my 2 little ( sadly 
late ) dogs made me connect 1 day and that was it.
It was like a ” light bulb ” moment.
“What was I doing “.
The discovery of those industries made me physically sick & I wish I’d done it sooner, but just never thought about it as was too busy working.
It then became ENLIGHTENING ” , another wake up call & seeing the chopped up body parts of innocent sentient beings makes me want to vomit. How can humans be soo evil ? To abuse innocent victims who want to live like we do.
Again though , MORE Health symptoms went !
No heaviness in my gut/ intestines , always digested well , Better sleep like never before , weight loss , as sooo much FAT IN MEAT !
No constipation any more and going every day gives my body more energy and my skin got even better !
In fact it helped me soo much to get through the Menopause which took 10 Years from aged 42 ! Early because of the Breast Cancer.
My Oencologist began to call me a miracle !
He’d never ever seen success/ results like mine !
I was a different woman!
Susan Leeming
I’m now 58 & Cancer free 15 YEARS IN MARCH , A survivior 16 YEARS in July , which trust me , having endured HELL mentally & physically it’s a miracle for sure !
My cholesterol, BP, bloods & bones are checked now every year and all STILL FINE !
I’ve learnt sooo much since going Vegan !
I grew up loving 
animals, but just never knew the truth.
Getting Breast Cancer 
wasn’t a shock on soo many levels but how odd that it woke me up to going Vegan !
I’m soo passionate to wake 
️ others up too on ALL the benefits of going Vegan.
Mentally stimulating to learn the TRUTH.
Physically my heart , soul , spirit & my body feels incredibly awakened , my mind too , empathy & compassion raised to a level I never dreamt existed.
Choosing not to pay others to abuse and kill innocent beautiful animals.
It’s easier NOW than EVER to go Vegan..
Susan Leeming
The Plant mince is amazing for replacing all the meat dishes so you can still have your favourite meals ! ;
Chilli / Spaghetti Bolognaise , Cottage / Shepherd pies / Lasagne / Curries & more !
The Plant based Sausages ( Richmond) are truly amazing , taste delicious too with NO cruelty to animals..
My Body also feels sooo much cleaner, is it any wonder ?. My Body isn’t a Graveyard. We are what WE EAT ! ❤️
Susan Leeming
I get all my Protein too from this & chickpeas , lentils, beans , baked beans & peanut butter , also a yummy nutritious protein shake for breakfast every day ! Where I add seeds & nuts for more protein ! So never an issue being Vegan !
Iron is soo easy too , with lots of Green Veg , dark Chocolate and other vegetables too !
I shop @ Aldi and my grocery bill has reduced soo much going Vegan !
I snack oat / dark Chocolate during the day and also love Vegetable Soup & Casseroles !
Also love Thai Green Vegetable curry !
Baked potatoes and beans 
are also another great meal & adding kidney beans to a chill is also amazing.
I know enough now to write a book , on my incredible amazing life changing journey and am still learning on all the amazing tasty food there is !
Oh Tofu ! Another , cooking in extra olive oil , add sesame seeds & 1 tablespoon of peanut butter ! Woh ! Filling, energising & tastes delicious !
I don’t have a sweet tooth but can still enjoy ginger biscuits , oat biscuits , multigrain crackers and Vegan cheese ( occasionally) but didn’t have cheese for 9 Years ! As it wasn’t available then !
Mindset is KEY to going Vegan and just gradually replace all meat , dairy & eggs.
In fact scrambled Tofu with Tumeric and black pepper looks like egg and tastes amazing on toast !
Very quick indeed.
The Plant milks too are now incredible and I love the Oat chocolate milk in Aldi too !
I’m training shortly in Nutrition & health to gain a qualification to help others on their Vegan Journeys and I hope also to train in helping Cancer Patients with their Diets too , as this I feel is VERY LIMITED AT THE MOMENT.
Am also participating in my 1st ” Outreach ” campaign on Sat 27th January in the UK , where over 100 cities / towns are showing people the TRUTH & HORRORS OF THE DIRE DAIRY INDUSTRY.
I also want to be involved in campaigns outside more and online.
Connecting on Instagram is a great way to meet fellow Vegans from around the world and to grow my profile to show others how easy it is to go Vegan..
Woh what an amazing/ surreal journey since Breast Cancer in 2008 !
Go VEGAN.
Susan Leeming
FOR THE ANIMALS.
FOR YOUR HEALTH
FOR THE PLANET
FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
I feel very lucky that I was “woken up ” and have learnt soo much. YES A MIRACLE OF A JOURNEY !
Not everyone gets a 2nd chance at life.
Animals deserve THEIR LIVES TOO.
Less breeding = less murder = more land & feed to help the starving around the world.
80% of the world’s Antibiotics are used in the farming industry- FACT
80% of Our IMMUNE system is in the GUT- FACT
75% of soy production is used to feed the animals around the world and they are also fed crops.
Some of the largest / strongest animals/ mammals on our beautiful planet are ALSO VEGAN ! FACT.
#lovebeingvegan
Love Sue.
Susan Leeming
#breastcancerwarrior🎀
Began my VEGAN Journey AFTER Diagnosis 2008 !
Now 58 !
DAIRY & EGG FREE OVER 15 YRS !
MEAT FREE 8 YRS !.
all images courtesy of Susan Leeming