Patricia Weiser, PharmD 
Medical Disclaimer: The information in this article is intended for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare practitioner before starting any new medications. What Is Methylene Blue, and Can It Help Fight Cancer? When you’re facing cancer, it’s natural to … Read more
During cancer treatment, some people choose to use natural remedies and lifestyle changes alongside recommended oncology treatments. An additional popular approach is using medications off-label, which means using them for a purpose not approved by the FDA but supported by evidence of potential benefits. Losartan is a prescription blood pressure medication being studied for its … Read more
While undergoing cancer treatment, many people choose an integrative approach, using natural remedies, lifestyle changes, nutrition, dietary interventions, and recommended oncology treatments. Another approach to supportive care during cancer treatment involves using medications “off-label.” When a medication is used off-label, it means that the Food and Drug Administration hasn’t approved the medication for that particular … Read more
A cancer diagnosis can be a scary thing to hear. Deciphering the news of the diagnosis, treatment plans, and the mental burden, people diagnosed with cancer often look to additional methods to help fight it. Other methods include diet, exercise, and experimenting with dietary supplements on top of their medication regimen. One supplement that people … Read more
Besides following your oncologist’s treatment plan, you may wonder what else you can do to fight cancer. It can be difficult to figure out what diet and exercise routine to follow and whether or not you should add dietary supplements. For the health-conscious, and especially when you’re fighting cancer, it’s common to have questions about … Read more
When facing cancer, you want to use every cancer-fighting tool available. Among different strategies, taking repurposed prescription drugs like mebendazole has gained popularity. “Off-label” drug use is when a medication is prescribed for purposes other than the approved uses described in the drug’s official Food and Drug Administration (FDA) label. Healthcare providers can legally prescribe … Read more
A team of researchers from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) recently published extraordinarily successful results from a small clinical trial. After utilizing a new immunotherapy drug to treat advanced rectal cancer, all 12 participants in the trial emerged cancer-free. After six months, not a trace could be found in any of them. The … Read more
Nausea is a common side effect of chemotherapy. Nausea from chemotherapy is more than unpleasant —it may also lead to severe vomiting and subsequent dehydration. A bad episode of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) can be traumatic, leading to anticipatory nausea and vomiting, which occurs when you feel sick even before the next chemo treatment … Read more
Ivermectin has generated a lot of interest lately, and the buzz has nothing to do with its historical use as an anti-parasite medication. Most of the headlines have talked about ivermectin as a remedy for COVID-19. You may have also heard that some people are taking ivermectin for its potential effects against cancer. When you’re … Read more
You want to give your body every possible advantage if you’re fighting cancer. You’ll strive to nourish your body in a supportive way that sets you up for success. But, the choices can be overwhelming as you seek the answers to diet-related questions like: “What is the best cancer diet?” “What are the best cancer-fighting … Read more
“The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.” – Ann Wigmore (1909-1994) [1] When you’re fighting cancer, it is crucial to support your body in every way possible. One of the best ways to do this is to eat healthy foods that … Read more
Magnolia trees are known for their dark green leaves and aromatic white or pink flowers. Beyond their beauty, the medicinal benefits of magnolia bark and flowers have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine [1]. One of the most bioactive magnolia compounds that’s been studied for its numerous health benefits, including potential … Read more