CancerChoices is a trusted resource for evidence-based integrative cancer care. We provide comprehensive information on natural cancer therapies, empowering you to make informed decisions about your health. Many people search for natural or alternative therapies during cancer care. At CancerChoices, we use the term complementary therapies to describe safe, evidence-informed practices used alongside standard treatments.
What are natural cancer therapies?
Natural cancer therapies encompass a range of treatments derived from nature, including botanicals, supplements, dietary strategies, mind-body practices, and lifestyle modifications. These therapies aim to support the body’s healing processes, manage symptoms, and enhance overall well-being. CancerChoices encourages using these approaches alongside conventional cancer treatment, and refers to them as complementary therapies. Emerging evidence demonstrates that some can enhance the effectiveness of conventional treatments, while reducing side effects and improving overall quality of life.
Evidence-based resources
CancerChoices offers a Supplement & Therapies Database that reviews the evidence behind over 50 therapies, such as turmeric (curcumin), green tea (EGCG), and medicinal mushrooms, like turkey tail. Each therapy is evaluated based on scientific research, safety and access, providing insights into its potential benefits and considerations. Explore how various natural therapies can be beneficial in factors such as improving treatment outcomes, reducing side effects, altering body terrain factors that make the body less hospitable to cancer, and lowering the risk of recurrence.
7 Lifestyle Practices
Incorporating healthy lifestyle practices can complement natural therapies. Our guides explore topics such as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and sleep, all of which play a crucial role in supporting the body during a critical time. Every lifestyle guide includes practical recommendations for integrating these practices into daily life, along with a summary of the evidence behind their benefits. These benefits are organized into specific categories, including improved treatment outcomes, managing side effects, and reducing risk of recurrence.
Manage side effects
Managing side effects with natural cancer therapies is supported by integrative medicine practitioners. Learn more through our comprehensive Side Effect Guides, designed to help you make informed choices about supportive care during your cancer journey. Explore evidence-based natural approaches, including botanicals and lifestyle practices that have shown effectiveness in easing common side effects of cancer treatment, such as fatigue, pain, and anxiety.
Consult with experts
We offer access to expert advice through free monthly Q&A sessions with Dr. Mary Hardy, a trained integrative internist with decades of experience guiding people with cancer on a whole-person approach. These sessions provide an opportunity to discuss natural therapies, side effect management, and lifestyle practices with a knowledgeable professional.
Why choose CancerChoices?
CancerChoices is dedicated to providing reliable, research-backed information on natural cancer therapies. As a nonprofit that receives no funding from commercial interests, our unbiased resources have been created to help you make informed decisions in your care.