How can statins help you? What the research says
Review the research on the effectiveness of statins in improving treatment outcomes, optimizing body terrain, managing side effects, and reducing risk of certain cancers.
. Last modified on : Oct 21 2025Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a hormone created by the body when skin is exposed to ultraviolet rays in sunlight. It is found naturally in a small number of foods and can also be taken as a fat soluble dietary supplement.
. Last modified on : Oct 19 2025Turkey Tail Mushroom
Extracts of turkey tail mushroom and its constituent PSK are used with conventional cancer treatment to improve survival and reduce risk of recurrence. The constituent PSP shows some benefit for pain, appetite, and percentage of body fat.
. Last modified on : Oct 30 2025Non-aspirin Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to reduce inflammation, with notable benefits in increasing survival and reducing risk of several types of cancer; expert consensus is that the risks of harm from using these drugs long-term for prevention are greater than the benefits for many people.
. Last modified on : Oct 20 2025Metformin
Metformin, used to manage diabetes, may lower cancer risk and improve survival, mostly among people with diabetes or high blood sugar.
. Last modified on : Oct 21 2025Mediterranean Diet
A Mediterranean diet is high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and olive oil and low in meat, sweets, and saturated fat. It is linked to lower risks of cancer and relief of some symptoms and imbalances common among people with cancer.
. Last modified on : Oct 18 2025Hyperthermia
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 : Oct 20 2025Fermented Wheat Germ Extract
This dietary supplement may improve survival and your response to chemotherapy or radiotherapy, notably among people with colon cancer.
. Last modified on : Oct 18 2025Cimetidine and Other H2 Blockers
H2 blockers, used to treat gastrointestinal ulcers and/or reduce stomach acid, may improve survival among people with cancer, especially after colorectal cancer resection.
. Last modified on : Oct 19 2025Berberine
Berberine, an active ingredient in several plants, shows good effects in managing high blood sugar and excess body weight, plus lower risk of colorectal cancer.
. Last modified on : Oct 18 2025