Complementary Therapies and Cancer: How Much Evidence Is Enough?
We view the use of science-informed, low-risk, affordable therapies as a reasonable option for patients. Stronger evidence of benefit is needed for therapies that are risky, expensive, or otherwise burdensome.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Understanding Research Studies
Evidence that a therapy “works” runs a whole range from unreliable to trustworthy. In this post, we consider the design of research studies.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023CancerChoices Complementary Therapy Reviews: Top-Rated on Quality and Trustworthiness
We received the highest rating among the sites evaluated for quality and trustworthiness of information on cancer complementary therapies, with a total score of 4.9/5.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Vitamin D: Hit the Sweet Spot to Reduce Cancer Risk
Evidence so far shows a lower risk of many types of cancer among people with mid-range blood vitamin D levels compared to low levels. However, if your blood level is already in the middle range, taking vitamin D supplements might not bring much benefit regarding cancer risk.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Your Choices
We’re here to make it easy for you to do better with your conventional treatments with self care + complementary care that are supported by good science.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Choices in Conventional Care
Conventional cancer treatments offer the only proven cures for cancer. They may also extend and improve life when cures are not possible.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Making Skillful Decisions
Here are some important rules of thumb for getting these powerful—yet also often difficult—cancer treatments right.
. Last modified on : Jun 27 2024Choices in Self Care
The secret to self care is simply caring about yourself. Let it be real. Do what makes you feel better.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023Choices in Complementary Care
Choices in complementary cancer care goes beyond conventional care. Complementary care offers therapies and practices that “complement” conventional therapies.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023How to Integrate Your Choices
People who wisely choose their conventional and complementary therapies and who practice self care are likely to live better and longer than those who don’t.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023