When researching anticancer supplements, you’ll eventually run into the whole plant vs isolated compound debate. One camp says whole foods and whole plants are always better — that nature knows best and isolating a single molecule strips out the magic. The other camp says only standardized, isolated extracts are effective — and that whole herbs … Read more
Today, AI can help clinicians detect cancer, analyze medical images and pathology slides, organize complex medical information, and identify potential clinical trials. But AI is not replacing oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, or the human relationships at the center of cancer care. Understanding what AI can do — and what it cannot — can help you separate … Read more
If you spend any time researching cancer, you’ll run into the headline constantly. “This compound destroys cancer cells.” “Turmeric kills cancer in the lab.” “This extract wiped out tumor cells in a study.” And when you’re dealing with something as serious as cancer, claims like this can really grab your attention, because they sound like … Read more
Appetite loss during cancer treatment can make food suddenly become complicated. You may know you need to eat, yet nothing sounds good. A few bites may leave you feeling full, familiar foods may taste completely different, or the smell of something cooking may suddenly turn your stomach. Appetite loss is common during cancer care, but … Read more
When researching anticancer supplements, it’s natural to ask: What’s the best one? And it’s totally understandable. When you’re dealing with something as serious as cancer, especially advanced cancer, you want the “strongest thing” you can find. But that question has a mistake built into it, and this mistake is a pitfall for a lot of … Read more
Cancer fatigue is different from ordinary tiredness. Cancer-related fatigue can leave you physically exhausted, mentally foggy, or feeling as though even simple activities require enormous effort. Unlike the tiredness that follows a busy day or poor night’s sleep, cancer-related fatigue may persist even after you rest. That is because fatigue during and after cancer treatment … Read more
By Gene Wei, DOM, AP As an integrative practitioner focused on cancer, a big part of my work is figuring out which anti-cancer substances may work best, despite limited research. And if you’ve spent any time researching soursop and cancer online, you’ve probably seen the claim: soursop fruit, sometimes sold as graviola, is supposedly ‘ten … Read more
Cancer can make it difficult to ever feel fully settled. There are appointments, treatments, scans, symptoms, decisions, and the uncertainty of what comes next. Even when nothing particularly stressful is happening in the moment, you may notice that your body still feels tense, restless, alert, or unable to completely relax. This does not mean stress … Read more
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
By Gene Wei, DOM, AP As an integrative practitioner who focuses on cancer… people naturally come to me seeking advice about supplements during cancer treatment. And people are often split between their oncologist telling them not to take any supplements, and being inundated with information online about a variety of supplements that could help. But, … Read more
Medical Disclaimer: The information in this article is meant for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace a healthcare provider’s medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The FDA does not approve the use of veterinary medications in humans, and may not be safe. Consult a healthcare practitioner before taking any new medications. An excellent … Read more
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. Cancer is a devastating disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Although traditional treatments such as chemotherapy … Read more