Cancer Supplements

Question: Herbal, diet supplements to help with cancer and treatment side effects? My father has just recently been diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer. It's in the second or third phase (the test results will show on Friday the progression of the cancer). So I was wondering if anyone could recommend any (good) websites about herbal, diet supplements that can help him deal with the cancer as well as the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation?

Answer: Well, some people may disagree with me but thc is the best med against side effects. There is a legal insurance paid for thc synthetic pill called marinol that he can get. If he uses real mj, he MUST tell his doc because precautions will need to be taken. It is also better to use real mj either by eating or chewing rather than smoking. www.marinol.com Also, while not herbal or really natural, diet meal replacements shakes or bars like Boost or Slimfast or any of them will be good for him to use in addition to whatever he can keep down. Chances are his diet will be poor during treatment and these things will given him the extra calories and protien he needs. Ginger can help with nausea. As can accupressure and controlled breathing. He will need lots of sleep. He will be exhausted from th treatment for one, but the body heals itself while asleep. Also not natural, but carbonated drinks will also help with nausea, ironically sometimes they work better when flat. Bland carbs are the best thing to try to eat because they dont have strong smells or tastes. Although, being that it is gastrointestinal I wonder if there will be additional diet restrictions? (He will already be on a neutropenic diet during treatment... neutropenia is when the white blood cell counts drop below a certain level.. specifically the absolute neutrophil count below 1.0.. This will entail NO fresh fruits or veggies, NO unprocessed or unpasturized foods, and EVERYTHING especially meats MUST be cooked thoroughly) Aloe is great for the skin. The chemo and the radiation both may cause skin side effects like burns. In my case the chemo basically burned me from the inside out. I used things like aloe and eucerin creme. And some of the Chicken Soup books. Most of the stories will make anyone cry their eyes out. While that may not really be his genre, it helps to know you are not alone in the situation. Along the same lines, a support group is good, as well as a psychologist and he may want to think about anti depressants.

Question: Supplements & Prostate Cancer - How Good Are Diet Supplements In Prostate Cancer Prevention? I'm keen on knowing some facts about cancer nutrition and if supplements are any use in maintaining good prostate health.

Answer: Vitamin E, Selenium and Zinc have long been considered to prevent prostate cancer, but a 7-year study by the National Cancer Institute has pretty much debunked that claim. Cancer risk among those who take supplements seems to be just as much as those who don't. What counts are lifestyle & nutrition choices for preventing prostate cancer. Losing weight and eating healthy can reduce your cancer risk by as much as 42%. Foods rich in lycopene (like tomatoes), oily fish and green leafy vegetables contribute to good prostate health. These are proven facts summarized by that study.

Question: How did Lance Armstrong overcome cancer? what vitamins and supplements did he use? My great uncle is suffering from colon cancer and I wanted to find what diet he used and what vitamins and supplement he used. I tried looking on line but I cannot find them specifically, and feedback would be great. Thank you

Answer: Lance Armstrong underwent traditional treatment . . aggressive surgery and chemotherapy and he did take vitamins too (but he explains that he always took vitamins BEFORE he had cancer, he just kept taking them - in other words he didn't do anything different). ACS: the Lance Armstrong Story http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_4x_The_Lance_Armstrong_Story.asp You can also read about his treatment and surgery at his website Livestrong. Keep in mind that testicular cancer has always been highly treatable even when advanced . . it is nothing like colon cancer.

Question: Organic supplements for cancer? My mom is battling renal cell carcinoma, a form of kidney cancer. Does anyone know of any organic supplements that are known to help at all with kidney cancer or just cancer in general? Traditional treatments don't seem to be working well for us and we're looking into a more holistic/organic approach. Thanks for any feedback/info.

Answer: I don't know if this will help, but there is a directory of naturopaths located at http://www.nutritionaltree.com/naturopathic-doctor/default.aspx Hopefully, you can find some in your area that can help

Question: Can bodybuilding supplements increase risk for cancer? I currently take creatine monohydrate, beta alanine, and take "Up Your Mass" protein shake. I have a lot of experience in the bodybuilding world, but I feel I am at a disadvantage by not completely understanding all risks associated by supplementing. I know red meats such as beef and pork have a lot of carcinogenic properties, so does that translate to the shakes?

Answer: HGH does.

Question: prostate cancer! anyone know of herbal supplements to help treat prostate cancer? my uncle has severe prostate cancer, and i want to know if there is anyone who knows of any herbal treatments or supplements to help treat prostate cancer. please reply this is urgant!

Answer: read this article: http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Herbal-supplement-inhibits-prostate-cancer-cells-in-lab

Question: Herbal supplements for cancer? I recently self-diagnosed myself with a terminal case of very bad brain cancer. I'm fairly certain that the cancer has also spread into my liver and bile ducts. Unfortunately, my religion prohibits me from seeking medical council. Are there any herbal supplements that I can purchase online that can help me to shrink the size of my tumors? Thanks, and may the Holy Krxnytta bless you on your journey to the light.

Answer: The Holy Krxnytta, funny , anyway.........look into liquid cesium taken with liquid potassium rainbowminerals.net and find Red Angel at this site and alternative site and ask her for resources. You could also look at suzannesomers.com books, in which she lists doctors who cure cancer outside the medical protocol and take a lot of **** from their lesser'peers' for doing it.

Question: I need info on natural cancer supplements re. cervical cancer? I had a biopsey yesterday of my cervix. My doctor told he that he is fairly certain my diagnosis will be cancer. He told me the best thing I can do at this point until we get the results is to be proactive. So, I am searching for info on supplements and things that can help with my healing. He has told me I will require a hysterectomy asap and that it may completely take care of it. Does anyone know of the success rate of this surgury regarding not only mortality but further treatment?

Answer: I would highly recommend that you look into glutathione. Glutathione: The Body's Master Antioxidant glutathione (GSH) is a small protein produced naturally in our cells when certain required elements are present. It functions both as an antioxidant and an antitoxin and is a major defense system against illness and aging. Our glutathione level actually indicates our state of health and can predict longevity. Although there are more than 60,000 published papers on the beneficial effects of glutathione replacement, it is still largely ignored by mainstream medicine. . In the near future the importance of glutathione will be widely recognized because it has the ability to boost the immune system and fight off the damage of free radicals on the cells. Glutathione has been shown to slow down the aging process, detoxify and improve liver function, strengthen the immune system, and reduce the chances of developing cancer. Glutathione also works to help improve mental functions, increase energy, improve concentration, permit increased exercise, and improve heart and lung function - just to name a few. Increasing Age and Other Factors Reduce the Body’s Production and Utilization of GSH. Research has shown that individuals who have low levels of glutathione are susceptible to chronic illness. Research shows that GSH levels decline by 8% to 12% per decade, beginning at the age of 20. Levels of glutathione are further reduced by continual stress upon the immune system such as illness, infection, and environmental toxins. As we now know, a lowered immune system can bring about illness and disease. This is a ferocious cycle. While you need glutathione for a productive immune system, a weakened immune system hampers the production of glutathione. Supplements Containing Glutathione Alone Will NOT Increase the Body’s GSH Levels. It is pointless to purchase supplements that merely contain glutathione, because the digestive system breaks down ingested glutathione and it will not be absorbed into your system. On the other hand, MaxGXL™ provides the proper nutrients needed to promote the body's own ability to manufacture and absorb glutathione. MaxGXL™ also aids in liver support by destroying environmental poisons helping the liver to function as the main production site and storehouse for glutathione. Check it out at http://www.maxgxl.com/MyVideoProject.swf Email or call me if you have any questions. Best Wishes, Rex White 503-463-7336 [email protected]

Question: Has anyone treated endometrial cancer simply by eating healthy and taking supplements? what about a combination of megace and a lifestyle change. What are the chances of it coming back?

Answer: This type of cancer cannot be cured by eating healthy and taking supplements. For your sake go to the Physician immediately as this is one cancer that is generally curable if caught early.

Question: Best supplements for cancer? What are some good supplements to fight cancer (as complementary therapy) ?

Answer: These are just some examples of what I take. Its a very delicate balance of what is just right for every individual. But these are what I find are working for me. There are many supplements that can cause problems with chemotherapy so best to clear any supplement uses with your oncologist before taking them. Vitamins and Minerals: Selenium Zinc Vit. D Chromium and Vanadium Vitamin E Folic Acid Calcium w/mag and vit. D. I have some powdered potassium that I use about 1/4 teaspoon daily mixed in water. Herbs: Pau d' Arco Ginger Capsicum Turmeric Evening Primrose -- Flax oil--olive oils Odorless Garlic Essiac Dandelion Root Licorice Root Isolated Whey Protein

Question: Ovarian Cancer Natural supplements?? Curious to know if there are natural remedies or supplements someone can take for ovarian cancer stage 3??? if so, please comment back!! Please keep it polite and somewhat on an intellectual level when answering, this is important stuff!! thanks. By the way, I failed to mention that I'm already on Chemo treatment and under the care of a reputable oncologist here in NY. Just don't like the side effects of Chemotherapy and looking for natural remedies, perhaps someone knows of something out there. Thanks again.

Answer: Be very careful . .do your research . .if you are going to Memorial Sloan Kettering they have an Integrative Medicine program and may be able to help you out. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/1979.cfm Make sure that if you decide to pursue this that you talk it over with your doctor. There are some 'natural remedies or supplements' that may make the cancer even stonger or can intefere with traditional treatments. My son had a rare cancer and so many of the young adults in his group 'tried out' herbals and natural remedies . .what they found was that nothing stopped their cancer . . one young man decided to not have chemotherapy and went on an all natural diet, consulted with a naturopath, and took supplements. He did alot of research and was convinced that died alone would prevent the cancer from returning. He was wrong . .it took about six months (he was off any type of traditional treatment ..and he went from a stage 1 disease to stage IV). He now admits it was a mistake, but you cannot take that time back once you start down this path. You may only get one chance. All of the people however that I know who have pursued integrative medicine successfully have been able to incorporate it with traditional medicine. I know a young lady who does both . . she's actually doing well . . she just completed surgery with chemoperfusion and is taking a rest from traditional treatment and concentrating on the natural approach. I do worry about her, but this is the way she wants to do it. I think she has handled it well so far and I'm very proud of her. There are no natural remedy cures . .but you may be able to lessen the treatment effects and feel better at the same time. Good luck to you.

Question: Health supplements to cure stomach cancer? Are there any health supplements like opc that could possibly cure, or at least help somone with stomach cancer

Answer: You cannot "cure" or even treat cancer with a supplement! The patient needs actual medicine, usually surgery and/or chemotherapy.

Question: Herbal supplements that cure cancer? I recently self-diagnosed myself with a terminal case of very bad brain cancer. I'm fairly certain that the cancer has also spread into my liver and bile ducts. Unfortunately, my religion prohibits me from seeking medical council. Are there any herbal supplements that I can purchase online that can help me to shrink the size of my tumors? Thanks, and may the Holy Krxnytta bless you on your journey to the light.

Answer: Sure eat 5 Lbs of willow tree bark every day and everything will look brighter in a couple of months.

Question: What supplements should I take while on Chemo and Radiation for Cervical Cancer?

Answer: It depends on what you're looking for, and you're not alone. 80% of cancer patients do take some form of dietary supplements during therapy. However, you do need to consider that there is the danger that you will have a drug-supplement or drug-disease interaction; that dietary supplements are essentially unapproved, untested drugs; and that you need to be 100% sure that you fully disclose any supplement use to your team of physicians. In cervical cancer, you will want to limit your phytoestrogen intake from foods such as soy products to no more than one serving per day as per current indications. Black cohosh extract has putative estrogenic activity, but has also been shown to interact with some drugs, likewise, silybum (milk thistle), garlic, and St. John's wort have been noted to interfere with drug metabolism or immune response. You want to avoid antioxidants as many chemo drugs, as well as radiation, rely on the generation of reactive oxygen species for effect. Further, studies with vitamin E and beta-carotene have actually shown increased incidence of complications, recurrance, and all cause mortality in cancer patients. There has been some clinical data to perhaps support CoQ10 and vitamin C, but given the theoretical concerns of antioxidants and that these were small trials or often uncontrolled, I'd still advise against antioxidants. There have been some clinical trials with medicinal mushroom extracts; particularly one called MSK that have been shown to modulate immune balance and help with immune response to the tumor. Talk to your physician, but it could definitely be something to consider. :) Simply put, if there were a supplement that could cure cancer, the pharmaceutical companies would be all over it. There are a lot sites with products they claim can cure or treat cancer, but that's fallacious at best. Often these sites are snake oil salesmen trying to blind people looking for hope. The FDA does its best to police this sort of thing, but the part of the FDA handling supplements is like, three people. Where dietary supplements do have a niche in cancer research, however, could be in dealing with side effects. The amino acid, Glutamine, has been shown to help with mucositis (inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth with chemo or radiation), Stomatitis and diarrhea, as well a cancer associated pain in doses of up to 3 g per day with no limiting side effects. Ginger has been shown to help with nausea, however, can also increase risk of bleeding so should not be used if surgery is likely in the future. Also, there are three different cultivars of "ginger": Russian, chinese, and american which have different actions, one of which (I'm sorry, I forget which) isn't even technically ginger. Nothing's really been shown to help with the loss of appetite (cachexia) except for cannabinoids, and depending on where you are there are a lot of legal issues with cannabinoid extracts (or the whole plant, I'm sure everyone's familiar with). Omega-3-fatty acids have been shown to help to a degree, but often chronic diarrhea occurs before a therapeutic dose is reached. I've tossed out a lot of information, but what's important in summary is that, literature does not support a blanket interdiction of all supplements, but that you should talk openly with your primary physician or oncologist about your needs, complications, and case and come to an agreement. You need to be sure to buy supplements only from reputable companies, and if at all possible. Look for USP certification. This is the US Pharmacopeia, a non-profit organization that oversees all pharmaceuticals--over the counter and prescription, and dietary supplement companies can opt in for a fee. What this label means is that the suppliers have agreed that they will use fair operating practice and that they will submit to surprise inspections for quality control. While not all non-USP supplements may be dangerous, there have been cases in the past of ingredient switching, or straight up adulterations. With a USP label, you're getting what they claim, dose wise, and product-wise. You're not guaranteed that otherwise. I hope this helps :)

Question: Any natural supplements to prevent growth of tumors and cancer spread? Natural stuff...Foods, supplements, vegetables? Please advise!!

Answer: 100% RAW vegan organic diet. Alkaline foods only. Don't buy any CD, book, etc. All the info is available on the internet totally free. Questions about raw vegan diet always welcome: http://goneraw.com/forums It has been *proven* that cancer cannot continue to exist in an alkaline environment. Alkaline foods: http://www.essense-of-life.com/info/foodchart.htm Juice fasting (with fresh juices that you extract at home with your own juicer). http://www.freedomyou.com Two people that used diet to reduce or get rid of cancer: http://articlesofhealth.blogspot.com/2008/07/no-more-cervical-cancer.html http://www.freedomyou.com/fasting_book/Healed_Of_Cancer.htm Good luck to you, and may the Lord bless you.

Question: Greetings! Do you take herbal supplements? Do you know anyone with cancer and or have cancer yourself? these are two yes or no questions for a survey I have to conduct. I need to include statisitcs in my speech about the healing powers of Morinda Citrifolia, aka Noni. Thank You very much for your time and help!

Answer: I have had lym.. cancer and been free for over three years. I tried everything that I thought might work,, I think what really works is what ever makes you fell better, or puts you in that postive state of mind. They stay stress is the No 1 cancer causing problem> As far as the Herbal Supp. I think most of thats in the mind,, but like I said if it makes you feel better, it's a small price to pay