Diindolylmethane (DIM) is created naturally when you digest cruciferous vegetables, and it’s also a nutritional supplement with possible anticancer effects.
How can DIM help you? What the research says
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Improving treatment outcomes
Is DIM linked to improved survival? Is it linked to less cancer growth or metastasis? Does it enhance the anticancer action of other treatments or therapies? We present the evidence.
Optimizing your body terrain
Does DIM promote an environment within your body that is less supportive of cancer development, growth, or spread? We present the evidence.
Research has only begun studying the connections between body terrain factors and cancer outcomes, and the oncology community is not yet sure how to interpret all the findings. If hormone levels, the terrain factor listed here, could be an issue for you, we recommend that you ask your doctor if you need any diagnostic tests to detect hormone imbalances or any adjustments to your lifestyle or medications.
We also recommend that you share with your doctor the information here about how DIM might affect hormone levels.
Managing side effects and promoting wellness
Is DIM linked to fewer or less severe side effects or symptoms? Is it linked to less toxicity from cancer treatment? Does it support your quality of life or promote general well-being? We present the evidence.
Reducing cancer risk
Is DIM linked to lower risks of developing cancer or of recurrence? We present the evidence.
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