Home Remedies for Cancer
There are more than two hundred types of cancer, from Leukemia, which is a cancer of the blood, to prostate and breast cancers. There are no proven home remedies for cancer that are completely safe and effective. We ask that anyone who has cancer work closely with their family physician or an oncologist to determine the appropriate treatment options. There are, however, many home remedies for cancer symptoms that can either relieve specific symptoms of cancer or improve the effectiveness of other medical treatments. Always discuss any home remedies for cancer with your doctor to make sure they are compatible with your other treatments.
Immune Boosting Home Remedies
Strengthening the immune system can be a tremendous help in the battle against cancer. The stronger your immune system response, the better it is able to fight off cancer cell growth. One excellent way to improve immune system response is by taking Echinacea or garlic tablets daily. Both of these have antimicrobial properties as well as immune strengthening agents so that whatever other treatments you are undergoing will be more effective.
Eating Paw Paw daily can reduce the fatigue and other side effects of cancer treatments and will also strengthen your immune system. Eating a paw paw with your breakfast and lunch is a simple home remedy that’s also enjoyable.
One of the most effective foods you can eat is the Japanese Maitake mushroom. Studies have actually shown that eating Maitake mushrooms every day enhances the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatments. These delicious mushrooms also reduce fatigue and soothe the nausea that is sometimes a result of chemotherapy.
A macrobiotic diet is a wonderful way to strengthen the immune system and your overall health. This is a rather drastic change in eating habits for most people, as you will be giving up sugar, red meat, eggs and dairy products, which can leave you lacking in certain nutrients such as B12, calcium and magnesium. For this reason, never begin a macrobiotic diet without being closely monitored by your physician.
Home Remedies for Cancer Symptoms
Some home remedies will help soothe symptoms of cancer very well and can be used as an added treatment beyond what your doctor prescribes.
Nausea, for instance, is a common side effect of certain cancer medications and chemotherapy. To soothe your stomach and relieve the queasiness, sip an herbal tea such as chamomile or peppermint. Tansy tea is another drink that helps relieve nausea and vomiting so that you’re more comfortable while undergoing strong cancer treatments.
Taking red clover tablets or tinctures also helps with nausea and exhaustion, but be very careful! Red clover is recommended with most cancers, but you should never take it if you are being treated for any form of breast cancer.
Finally, having a few tablespoons of flaxseed oil each day with meals will give you a boost that can improve your tolerance for certain cancer treatment regimes and sooth your upset stomach. It’s easy to take if you use it as a base for a nice salad dressing or use it to grill or sauté foods.
These home remedies for cancer can improve your health and help you feel better in general while you are being treated for cancer, but please be sure to talk with your doctor to determine which ones are right for you and the form of cancer you have.