My Approach to Cancer Care: Going Beyond Standard Supportive Oncology
A More Personalized Approach to Supportive Cancer Care Cancer care is increasingly personalized. I believe supportive care should be too. My approach at Restore Health is not centered around giving every patient with a particular cancer the same diet, supplement protocol, or list of complementary therapies. Instead, I want to understand three things: Your cancer.…
Naturopathic Oncology vs. Integrative Oncology: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve looked into complementary approaches to cancer care, you’ve probably encountered terms such as integrative oncology, naturopathic oncology, complementary medicine, and alternative medicine. These terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but they don’t necessarily mean the same thing. Both integrative oncology and naturopathic oncology may incorporate nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, laboratory evaluation, and other supportive strategies…
Can You Take Supplements During Chemotherapy?
If you are receiving chemotherapy, you may be wondering whether vitamins, herbs, antioxidants, or other supplements can safely be used during treatment. The answer is not simply yes or no. Some supplements may be reasonable in certain situations, while others can potentially interact with chemotherapy, increase treatment-related side effects, or alter how a cancer medication…
