Plant-Based Sources of Vitamin D for Cancer

Dr. Lise Alschuler, a naturopathic oncologist, graciously invited us to dig deeper on the topic of vitamin D on her Five to Thrive podcast. Dr. Lise asked how vegans might get vitamin D, a nutrient vital for health. Read our practical tips on how to get vitamin D while on a plant-based, vegan diet.

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How to Manage Tamoxifen Side Effects: A Whole Person Approach

Tamoxifen is a medication used to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence. Although it’s an important treatment, it may cause side effects such as hot flashes, weight gain, mood changes, joint pain, and muscle pain. Using integrative approaches may be helpful in managing some side effects from tamoxifen. 

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Three Surprisingly Effective Complementary Cancer Therapies: Aspirin, Vitamin D, and Melatonin

In this CancerChoices webinar, Michael Lerner, Nancy Hepp, and Laura Pole, MSN, RN, OCNS of CancerChoices explore the good evidence of effectiveness for improving survival and reducing risk of cancer for three complementary therapies.

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Optimizing Vitamin D Levels for Better Cancer Outcomes

CancerChoices Lead Researcher Nancy Hepp discusses how optimal vitamin D levels may help reduce cancer risk, improve cancer outcomes, and manage side effects of treatment. She also discusses how to maintain optimal blood levels of vitamin D.

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The Importance of Exercise in Cancer Care and Prevention with Donald Abrams, MD

CancerChoices advisor Donald Abrams, MD, highlights research and professional guidelines regarding the benefits of exercise for cancer care and prevention.

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Lifestyle Medicine with Dean Ornish, MD

CancerChoices advisor Dean Ornish, MD, describes lifestyle medicine and the research behind its effectiveness in nurturing healing.

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