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Read MoreI’ve finished cancer treatment. Now what?
Join us Sunday, January 6th 2013 on KRMG radio FM 102.3 to discuss tips for preventing cancer recurrence after completing conventional therapy. Some of the resources that we’ll discuss: — How healthy cells can regulate cancer growth and prevent cancer recurrence. Check out this video. — For colon cancer survivors, a simple diet change that increases the odds of living cancer free by 79%. — For breast cancer survivors, an herb that increases survival by 51%. — How to use exercise to cut the risk of cancer recurrence in half. Seeking personalized guidance on how...
Read MoreWhat Should I Eat if I Have Cancer?
Eat a rainbow of plants. Plants have a variety of cancer fighting compounds that target tumor stem cells, activate the self-destruct button on abnormal cells, balance sex hormones, and decrease inflammation. Plant fiber controls bad bacteria in the colon, so that you don’t recirculate cancer-stimulating “bad” estrogens. Eat lots of spices. Herbs and spices are nature’s pharmacy. Plants make these as self-defense chemicals against sun exposure, infection, and predators. For humans, the spices are powerful tools against both cancer and infection. Spice up your food with...
Read MoreDoes Sugar Feed Cancer?
While dietary sugar does not necessarily feed cancer, blood sugar feeds cancer. Let’s explore 2 meals. In the first meal, you have a salmon filet, steamed broccoli, and a 3 pieces of dark chocolate for dessert. The protein and fiber balance the sugar, and blood sugar stays level. In the second meal, you have a bowl of cereal and a glass of orange juice. The starch and sugar quickly spikes blood sugar. The pancreas responds by releasing insulin, the hormone of calorie storage and tissue growth. Insulin raises insulin like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). Growth factors feed cancer. Insulin and...
Read MoreMore Than Just a Good Night’s Sleep: What Melatonin Can Do For You.
While melatonin is best-known as a sleep aid, it also regulates the immune system. For people with cancer, melatonin has many important benefits: Activates the “self destruct” process in tumor cells. Doctors call this apoptosis. Blocks estrogen receptors, like the breast cancer drug tamoxifen. Decreases the creation of estrogen, like the breast cancer drug Arimidex. Protects bone marrow cells during chemotherapy, reducing the likelihood of a chemotherapy dose reduction or chemotherapy-related infection. Protects the lining of the stomach during chemotherapy or radiation. Supports...
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