Zyflamend™ - CancerChoices



Zyflamend, an extraction of herbs and other natural products, shows very preliminary clinical evidence, supported by preclinical evidence, of anticancer effects, especially for prostate cancer.

Zyflamend at a glance

Zyflamend is an extraction of herbs and other natural products suspended in olive oil:1National Cancer Institute. Prostate Cancer, Nutrition, and Dietary Supplements (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version. October 20, 2017. Viewed December 28, 2023.

  • Rosemary
  • Turmeric
  • Ginger
  • Holy basil
  • Green tea
  • Hu zhang
  • Chinese goldthread
  • Barberry
  • Oregano
  • Baikal skullcap

Zyflamend is taken orally for several purposes:

  • Inflammation support
  • Soothing aches, pain, and soreness
  • Supporting joint function and flexibility

Some very preliminary clinical evidence, supported by preclinical evidence, shows Zyflamend may have anticancer effects, especially for prostate cancer.

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We rate Zyflamend on seven attributes, with 0 the lowest rating and 5 the highest. We rate the strength of the evidence supporting the use of [therapy] for a medical benefit, such as improving treatment outcomes or managing side effects.

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Nancy Hepp, MS

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Ms. Hepp is a researcher and communicator who has been writing and editing educational content on varied health topics for more than 20 years. She serves as lead researcher and writer for CancerChoices and also served as the first program manager. Her graduate work in research and cognitive psychology, her master’s degree in instructional design, and her certificate in web design have all guided her in writing and presenting information for a wide variety of audiences and uses. Nancy’s service as faculty development coordinator in the Department of Family Medicine at Wright State University also provided experience in medical research, plus insights into medical education and medical care from the professional’s perspective.

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Laura Pole, MSN, RN, OCNS

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Laura Pole is senior clinical consultant for CancerChoices. Laura is an oncology clinical nurse specialist who has been providing integrative oncology clinical care, navigation, consultation, and education services for over 40 years. She is the co-creator and co-coordinator of the Integrative Oncology Navigation Training at Smith Center for Healing and the Arts in Washington, DC. Laura also manages the “Media Watch Cancer News That You Can Use” listserv for Smith Center/Commonweal. In her role as a palliative care educator and consultant, Laura has served as statewide Respecting Choices Faculty for the Virginia POST (Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment) Collaborative as well as provided statewide professional education on palliative and end-of-life care for the Virginia Association for Hospices and Palliative Care.

For CancerChoices, Laura curates content and research, networks with clinical and organizational partners, brings awareness and education of integrative oncology at professional and patient conferences and programs, and translates research into information relevant to the patient experience as well as clinical practice.

Laura sees her work with CancerChoices as a perfect alignment of all her passions, knowledge and skills in integrative oncology care. She is honored to serve you.

Laura Pole, MSN, RN, OCNS Senior Clinical Consultant

Last update: January 19, 2024

Last full literature review: December 2023

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