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Seek out a naturopathic doctor within your area and inquire about Helixor or Iscador. They are both injectables which has been used with great clinical success in patients with cancer.

You could also inquire about a few herbals/neutraceuticals which can strengthen your body & decrease the side effects of the chemotherapeutics.

In terms of diet, it is important to support optimal hormone function - and yes, this can come down to bowel movements. If you do not have daily regular bowel movements, hormones that your body has metabolized sits in your colon & can be released back into your system. To avoid this, I encourage the use of professional grade probiotics, 2 TBL of freshly ground flax seeds & 1 TBL of chia seeds daily, in addition to keeping well hydrated (water, sugar-free organic coconut water instead of pop/juice) throughout the day.

Additional naturopathic alternatives should be discussed with you ND as they can tailor a protocol specific to your needs. Seek out a naturopathic doctor within your area and inquire about Helixor or Iscador. They are both injectables which has been used with great clinical success in patients with cancer.

You could also inquire about a few herbals/neutraceuticals which can strengthen your body & decrease the side effects of the chemotherapeutics.

In terms of diet, it is important to support optimal hormone function - and yes, this can come down to bowel movements. If you do not have daily regular bowel movements, hormones that your body has metabolized sits in your colon & can be released back into your system. To avoid this, I encourage the use of professional grade probiotics, 2 TBL of freshly ground flax seeds & 1 TBL of chia seeds daily, in addition to keeping well hydrated (water, sugar-free organic coconut water instead of pop/juice) throughout the day.

Additional naturopathic alternatives should be discussed with you ND as they can tailor a protocol specific to your needs.
There is scientific evidence to show that specific mushrooms are effective during/post cancer treatment (includes breast, lung, brain, etc). I'm unable to comment on the chinese herbs as I do not know what exactly was recommended, however, I would suggest you bring up the concern of phytoestrogens with your ND. If you still feel uneasy, ask him to switch you to a different protocol.

My suspicions is that he has already done the research on the herbs & your case and would avoid the use of herbs that could negatively impact your health. There is scientific evidence to show that specific mushrooms are effective during/post cancer treatment (includes breast, lung, brain, etc). I'm unable to comment on the chinese herbs as I do not know what exactly was recommended, however, I would suggest you bring up the concern of phytoestrogens with your ND. If you still feel uneasy, ask him to switch you to a different protocol.

My suspicions is that he has already done the research on the herbs & your case and would avoid the use of herbs that could negatively impact your health.
New answer by Dr.Crystal.ND (Complementary Care Expert (Verified)) in topic(s) Mushrooms, Phytoestrogens, Naturopathic Medicine, Chinese Herbs
Naturopathic medicine uses natural & supportive therapies to enhance the individual's immune system. The goal is to create an optimal internal & external environment.

Every form of healing is necessary when someone is diagnosed with cancer. There are times when surgery, radiation, chemotherapy are needed to reduce/eradicate tumors/cancer cells. The focus of naturopathic medicine is to take a "whole-person" approach and use scientifically based natural methods to strengthen the body.

By using clinical nutrition, IV therapy, botanical (herbal) medicine, asian medicine (includes acupuncture & asian herbs) the goal is to:
- decrease side effects of cancer treatment
- improve energy & overall quality of life
- support and improve the body's immune system
- support the mind/body/spirit during the healing process
- provide strategies for cancer prevention and health maintenance.

In clinical practice, the patients that have the best "outcomes" are those who incorporate both conventional and naturopathic medicine into their health regime when faced with a diagnosis of cancer. Naturopathic medicine uses natural & supportive therapies to enhance the individual's immune system. The goal is to create an optimal internal & external environment.

Every form of healing is necessary when someone is diagnosed with cancer. There are times when surgery, radiation, chemotherapy are needed to reduce/eradicate tumors/cancer cells. The focus of naturopathic medicine is to take a "whole-person" approach and use scientifically based natural methods to strengthen the body.

By using clinical nutrition, IV therapy, botanical (herbal) medicine, asian medicine (includes acupuncture & asian herbs) the goal is to:
- decrease side effects of cancer treatment
- improve energy & overall quality of life
- support and improve the body's immune system
- support the mind/body/spirit during the healing process
- provide strategies for cancer prevention and health maintenance.

In clinical practice, the patients that have the best "outcomes" are those who incorporate both conventional and naturopathic medicine into their health regime when faced with a diagnosis of cancer.




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