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Natural Treatment for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

According to MayoClinic.com, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system. Tumors develop from lymphocytes, a type of white blood cells found in the lymphatic system. Treatments vary according to the severity of the disease. Natural treatment is an alternative form of treatment.

  1. Nutrition

    • Eating a well-balanced diet high in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and healthy oils can reduce symptoms of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Avoid dairy, wheat, preservatives, food additives, and stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol and tobacco.

    Herbs

    • Certain herbs are high in antioxidants and are naturally anti-carcinogenic. The University of Maryland Medical Center suggests the following herbs: green tea, Reishi mushroom, Olive leaf standardized extract, milk thistle and fermented wheat germ extract.

    Chinese Herbs

    • PubMed reported that Chinese herbs can enhance the immunologic function and improve the viscosity of the blood of patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. It further recommends using Chinese herbs in conjunction with chemotherapy as a safe and effective way to treat non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

    Vitamin D

    • According to the A.P. John Institute for Cancer Research, vitamin D can help to activate cancer enzymes (phosphotases) which can shut down kinases, an enzyme responsible the growth and reproduction of cancer cells.

    Acupuncture

    • Acupuncture works without using substances by stimulating various vital points in the body. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, acupuncture may help to strengthen the immune system and to detoxify the body, both needed to fight non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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