Yoga
An ancient mind-body practice combining movement and stretches with meditation, yoga is used to manage symptoms and side effects and body terrain imbalances common in cancer.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Vitamin 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 25 2022Time in Nature or Forest Bathing
Simply spending time in nature shows benefits both for body terrain factors linked to cancer and for reducing cancer risk. It may also help with symptoms common among people with cancer.
. Last modified on : Nov 26 2022Tai Chi or Qigong
Tai chi and qigong are forms of mind-body exercise and meditation that may help with symptoms of cancer and side effects of treatments.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Support Groups and Interventions
Small group meetings of people facing similar challenges help many people in managing distress and side effects of cancer treatments.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Relaxation Techniques
Relaxation techniques refocus your attention on something calming and increase awareness of your body, often bringing your attention to your breathing, muscles, or other body functions to relax and calm them.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Reishi 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 25 2022Reiki
This biofield energy therapy directs and balances the life force through practitioners’ hands to promote wellness.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Melatonin
Melatonin supplements mimic the effects of your own naturally produced melatonin in promoting sleep, and research shows melatonin can have a substantial role in cancer outcomes and side effects.
. Last modified on : Oct 25 2022Mediterranean 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 25 2022