Milla Blake is a character featured in the Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar . This series is presented as a 'true-ish story based on a lie'. Milla Blake is not directly based on one real individual. Instead she is a character created as a composite. She represents wellness influencers of the time period and her story shares similarities with real-life figure Jess Ainscough .
Milla Blake's Fictional Narrative: Cancer Diagnosis and Embrace of Alternative Treatments
In Apple Cider Vinegar Milla Blake is introduced as a young woman living in Sydney with a promising career in journalism and a vibrant social life. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she receives a diagnosis of undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma in her arm. Doctors recommend amputation but Milla rejects this advice. She initially opts for experimental chemotherapy. When the cancer returns Milla decides against further conventional treatment. She then embraces natural healing methods. This path includes following a strict juice-based diet known as the Hirsch program which is similar to real-life Gerson Therapy.
Transformation into a Wellness Influencer and Tragic Health Decline of Milla Blake
Milla Blake starts documenting her alternative treatment journey online. She gains a following as a wellness influencer. Her online presence grows as she promotes natural self-healing and positive thinking. Milla releases a book titled "From Hell to Well" and establishes her brand "Green Stone Healing". With the help of her manager Chanelle she secures brand partnerships and attempts to launch a juice product line. Despite her efforts Milla's health deteriorates. Her cancer worsens and spreads. She briefly uses black salve a dangerous unapproved substance. Eventually Milla considers returning to conventional medicine but it is too late. Her cancer is too advanced for treatment and she passes away.
Similarities to Real-Life Wellness Influencer Jess Ainscough and Fictional Elements
The character Milla Blake shares significant parallels with Jess Ainscough a real wellness influencer. Jess Ainscough was diagnosed with epithelioid sarcoma at age 23. Like Milla Jess Ainscough chose alternative treatments including Gerson Therapy over conventional medical advice such as amputation. She documented her journey online as "The Wellness Warrior" and authored a cookbook. Although Milla is not a direct portrayal of Jess Ainscough her storyline in Apple Cider Vinegar incorporates elements from Jess Ainscough's life and the broader phenomenon of wellness influencers who advocate non-traditional cancer treatments. While the series acknowledges inspiration from real events Milla Blake remains a fictional character crafted for the show's narrative.