Recent Natural Products/Supplements Articles
Cancer and the “AHA” of MAHA
American healthcare is defined by politics and economics—and cancer care is no exception. Although comprehensive cancer prevention is the ideal ‘cure’, our best defense in this complex and fraught landscape remains self-advocacy armed with knowledge. Why it Matters MAHA and its HHS benefactor are making noise—and moves. Some good, some bad, some yet-to-be-known. However, the […]
Vitamin D, Omega-3, Exercise Combo Shown to Prevent Cancer
New study published in Frontiers of Aging included over 2,000 healthy adults over 70, and tracked relative cancer risk over five years. Participants were randomized to receive variations of vitamin D, omega-3, and home exercise.
How to Choose an Integrative, Holistic Cancer Coach
Professional cancer coaches can vary widely in terms of the type of support offered and their collective experience and expertise. I’ve created the following list, covering core attributes across vital areas of guidance, to consider when selecting an integrative, holistic cancer coach.
A Clinician’s Perspective on Antioxidant Use During Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer: Exploring the Evidence
Master herbalist and clinical nutritionist Donnie Yance explores the research and shares his perspective on the use of botanicals and antioxidants during chemotherapy treatment for those with breast cancer.
Cancer, Weed, CBD, and Me
Glenn shares how THC and CBD are being used in a clinical setting—and where we are in terms of current science supporting medical marijuana and CBD oil for symptom relief and as an anticancer agent. He also shares his own history with cannabinoids.
Does ‘Complementary Medicine’ in Cancer Care Cause Early Death?
A recently published paper in the esteemed JAMA Oncology triggered dire headlines, including this one in The New York Times:
“People who used herbs, acupuncture and other complementary treatments tended to die earlier than those who didn’t.”
Really? Is this true?
Microbiome’s Impact on Cancer Treatment: Strategies for a Healthy Gut
It is widely acknowledged that 80% of our immune system resides in our gut. Therefore, healthy microbiota—bio-diverse gut flora comprised of healthy strains of bacteria—may offer a powerful key to preventing disease, including cancer. Turns out, a healthy microbiome may also significantly enhance the treatment outcomes of anticancer agents, most notably novel targeted immunotherapies.
The Original Cancer Immunotherapy: Modifying Our Behavior
We are hearing a lot about cancer immunotherapy these days. Modern approaches and technology are now helping to revolutionize cancer care. What decision-making power do we hold to influence an immune-therapeutic response to help avoid, manage, or treat a cancer diagnosis? And how might this affect long-term survival?
Advancing the Global Impact of Integrative Oncology
The importance of disseminating accurate information on evidence-informed integrative cancer care approaches led to the founding of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) in 2003. SIO recently spearheaded the publication in JNCI Institute Monographs, titled ‘Advancing the Global Impact of Integrative Oncology’.
Reaction to ‘When Alternative Cancer Care Kills’
The response to my recent post, When Alternative Cancer Care Kills was fast and passionate. People either loved it or hated it, depending on where they stand on cancer care.
