It’s incredibly devastating to experience a relapse after cancer goes into remission, but for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the possibility is all too real. In fact, as many as 1 in 5 kids who undergo chemotherapy for the disease will relapse, even if they were in complete remission, and now it appears that the … Continue reading Warning: Chemo may be linked to cancer relapses in patients with leukemia
Study finds cannabis flavonoids help fight pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer has long been one of the most challenging types of cancer to treat, and its low survival rate makes it one of the deadliest types of the disease. With a five-year survival rate of only 9 percent, it is on track to become the second-leading cause of cancer death among Americans. However, a … Continue reading Study finds cannabis flavonoids help fight pancreatic cancer
Silymarin from milk thistle can prevent hand-foot syndrome, a common side effect of chemotherapy, reports study
Silymarin, the active ingredient in milk thistle (Silybum marianum), is a flavonoid commonly used to treat liver disorders. But a recent study suggests that silymarin can also be used to reduce the harmful side effects of chemotherapy. In a recent study, researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) in Iran found that topical application of silymarin can reduce the … Continue reading Silymarin from milk thistle can prevent hand-foot syndrome, a common side effect of chemotherapy, reports study
Vitamin C vs. the Big C: Experts claim vitamin C has anti-cancer properties
One of the most popular nutrients known to mankind, ascorbic acid or vitamin C can be found in many foods, particularly citrus fruits and cruciferous vegetables. It is also one of the most widely consumed dietary supplements due to its ability to boost the immune system. Studies show that this water-soluble vitamin has potent antioxidant … Continue reading Vitamin C vs. the Big C: Experts claim vitamin C has anti-cancer properties
Children treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia may grow up to have heart problems, study finds
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. It is the most common type of cancer developed by children. Although ALL is known to progress quickly, advances in modern medicine have increased the survival rate of children with this disease. However, a recent study by researchers from the Medical University … Continue reading Children treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia may grow up to have heart problems, study finds
Chemotherapy Stimulates Cancer Growth
Gene mutations are part of the process of cancer, but mutations alone are not enough to cause cancer to take hold and spread, thus threatening people’s lives through domination of precious life resources (nutrition) as well as precious real estate where other healthy cells live. Genes do become damaged and sustain mutations in some cells and not … Continue reading Chemotherapy Stimulates Cancer Growth
Researchers say chemotherapy is linked to a HIGHER risk of developing metastatic disease
Chemotherapy has earned quite a reputation for the distress it causes your body, but many people believe it’s simply the price they have to pay if they want a fighting chance at surviving cancer. Unfortunately, what many patients don’t realize is that the very chemotherapy that is meant to stop their cancer in its tracks … Continue reading Researchers say chemotherapy is linked to a HIGHER risk of developing metastatic disease
Is chemotherapy worth it? Studies prove that the chemical intervention actually worsens quality of life and has no benefit to overall survival
Chemotherapy may be the cornerstone of conventional cancer treatment, but that doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Studies continue to demonstrate that chemo isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. In addition to worsening quality of life, past research has shown that up to 50 percent of patients on chemo will die — from the drugs, and … Continue reading Is chemotherapy worth it? Studies prove that the chemical intervention actually worsens quality of life and has no benefit to overall survival
Acupuncture at these specific points alleviates pain in cancer patients
Cancer causes many adverse complications, including constant pain. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked into the viability of using acupuncture to soothe this pain and cause relief to cancer patients. Although cancers are named after the body part where the tumor – or tumors, in some cases – is located, its effects can … Continue reading Acupuncture at these specific points alleviates pain in cancer patients
Milk thistle is not only good for your liver – it can protect you from the toxic effects of chemotherapy, too
You’ve probably heard of milk thistle, even if you’re not quite sure exactly what it is or what it can do for your health. In fact, there’s a chance you see it growing wild all the time and don’t even realize the power this humble weed possesses. Milk thistle has many great qualities, but it … Continue reading Milk thistle is not only good for your liver – it can protect you from the toxic effects of chemotherapy, too
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 