Vitamin C: Oral Use
Vitamin C, available in several foods and dietary supplements, shows some anticancer effects, including better survival among people with breast cancer.
. Last modified on : Oct 24 2024Vitamin C: Intravenous Use
Vitamin C can be given intravenously to achieve much higher blood levels and enhance its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, with limited evidence of improved cancer survival when used with conventional treatments.
. Last modified on : Oct 24 2024Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a natural antioxidant compound found in grape skins and other foods and widely available as a supplement. It is linked to body terrain that is less favorable to cancer growth and spread.
. Last modified on : Oct 24 2024Reishi Mushroom
Reishi mushroom is a natural product that may enhance immunity and response to chemo/radiotherapy, improve quality of life, and manage some side effects.
. Last modified on : Oct 24 2024Metformin
Metformin, used to manage diabetes, may lower cancer risk and improve survival, mostly among people with diabetes or high blood sugar.
. Last modified on : Jan 18 2025Mebendazole or Fenbendazole
Mebendazole, a prescription drug used in humans to treat parasites, and fenbendazole, a treatment for parasites in animals, show promising but so far very preliminary evidence of anticancer effects.
. Last modified on : Apr 09 2025Low-dose Naltrexone
This prescription drug is used off-label in low doses to treat people with cancer, with notable but very preliminary successes in cases where the cancers were difficult-to-treat or quite advanced.
. Last modified on : Oct 22 2024Hyperthermia
Many types and varieties of hyperthermia (heat treatment) are used in conventional cancer care, and some additional uses are being explored for improving survival and reducing risk of recurrence.
. Last modified on : Apr 12 2024Fasting or Calorie Restriction
Calorie restriction and fasting, whether for 12 or more hours every night or occasionally for longer periods, can contribute to lower body weight, blood sugar, and insulin resistance, plus fewer unpleasant chemotherapy-related side effects.
. Last modified on : Feb 08 2024Diindolylmethane
Diindolylmethane (DIM) is created naturally when you digest cruciferous vegetables, and it’s also a nutritional supplement with possible anticancer effects.
. Last modified on : Oct 24 2024