Natural Strategies for Cancer Patients

It has been commonly believed that certain aspects of nutrition and antioxidants may interfere with conventional treatment of cancer such as chemotherapy. In the book "Natural Strategies for Cancer Patients," by Dr. Russell L. Blaylock, the author claims the aforementioned isn't entirely true based on his observations after treating patients with cancer. He claims that nutritional supplements allow chemotherapy to work better due to the fact that conventional cancer treatments may damage the immune system. He proposes taking immune-boosting supplements.

Thymus Protein

• Thymus protein comes from the thymus gland located in the chest and is part of the immune system. As you get older this gland weakens. According to Blaylock, by taking a supplement of thymic protein you may fight off infection brought on by viruses. When under the effects of chemotherapy, your immune system is weakened and therefore thymic protein may aid in its strengthening.

Medicinal Mushroom

• By consuming maitake mushrooms, Blaylock claims you'll increase your overall health and reduce the risk of cancer or assist in treating cancer. Maitake mushrooms in particular contain grifolan, a molecule that activates cells that block the growth of cancer tumors and boosts the immune system.

Ginseng

• Ginseng, an herb used in Chinese, Korean and Japanese medicine, contains compounds that can combat cancer. By taking a ginseng supplement, according to Blaylock, you'll likely induce tumor cell death in the prostate and ovaries. You'll also be able to slow down growth of tumors of the lung and liver. Additionally, an ingredient of ginseng called ginsenoside inhibits the spread of certain types of cancer cells such as endometrial cells.