Dr. Crescence Allen Reveals Why She Chose Alternative Breast Cancer Treatments

Dr. Crescence Allen Reveals Why She Chose Alternative Breast Cancer Treatments

(NaturalNews) At the close of the White Rose Symposium on contemporary health issues, leading psychologist, health advocate and life coach Crescence Allen agreed to be interviewed about her bout with breast cancer and her decision to forgo the "standard of care" in favor of pursuing alternative treatments. Crescence's expertise includes child development, learning theory, and stress management. She is the author of Adaptive Coping Strategies of High Mastery Caregivers. She is also an herbalist and hypno-therapist.
http://www.naturalnews.com/024496.html

Cheers to red wine, this time for cancer

Walt mentioned this is his comment on the last entry, so here's more on resveratrol.

Cheers to red wine, this time for cancer
Seema Singh
Time, once again, to celebrate that wonder molecule in red wine called resveratrol. New research in today's issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention shows that moderate consumption of red wine may decrease the risk of lung cancer in men, particularly among smokers.

Lead author Chun Chao analyzed data collected through the California Men's Health Study from 84,170 men aged 45 to 69 years. Researchers measured the effect of beer, red wine, white wine and liquor consumption on the risk of lung cancer.

After making adjustments for age, race/ethnicity, education, income, body mass index, history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or emphysema, and smoking history, researchers reported a 60 % reduced lung cancer risk in these men.
http://blogs.livemint.com/blogs/labrats/archive/2008/10/07/cheers-to-red-wine-this-time-for-cancer.aspx

Alkalizing Foods

I have read that an acid body is a magnet for sickness, disease, cancer and aging.
Of course the FDA says that's all bunk, but when I first read about this, I mentioned it to a Chemo nurse. We talked about the foods a bit and as she was leaving the room she said and I quote" Cancer can't live in an alkaline body."
That was a chemo nurse that deals with cancer and cancer treatment on a daily basis.
In case your interested here's partial list of alkaline foods. Of course you can find complete lists online, but just look how many foods listed here are what we now know ( Or at least doctors are now admitting) are actual aids in fighting cancer.

VEGETABLES
Spinach
Turnip
Chives
Carrot
Green Beans
Radish
Garlic
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cabbage
Red Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Collard Greens
Cucumber
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Mustard Greens
Onions
Peas
Peppers
Pumpkin
Squashes
Apple
Avocado
Banana (high glycemic)
Cherries
Grapes
Grapefruit
Lime
Honeydew Melon
Nectarine
Orange
Lemon
Pineapple
All Berries
Tangerine
Tomato
Tropical Fruits
Watermelon

FTC Wants Bogus Cancer Cures out of the Internet

FTC Wants Bogus Cancer Cures out of the Internet

People who suffer from cancer should forget about the miraculous cures promised on hundreds of Internet pages or should inform authorities about companies selling them. At least, this is the latest message of the Federal Trade Commission which is desperately trying to make people more aware of the fact that there is no scientific evidence that these cures actually work. And still there are millions of people who put their trust in them hoping for a miracle not even knowing that these cures might have side effects that might interfere with the drugs already prescribed.
http://www.efluxmedia.com/news_FTC_Wants_Bogus_Cancer_Cures_out_of_the_Internet_24843.html

Mamaherb a new wiki alternative medicine site

Mamaherb a new wiki alternative medicine site:

"A new Web site devised by Israeli high-tech executives hopes to answer that question by providing information on thousands of health problems and possible natural remedies.

Although there are several databases of natural remedies available online, the creators of Mamaherb say their Web site ( www.mamaherb.com) is the only resource for information provided by and updated by users. The Web site, which was begun in January, already has 8,450 treatments listed for 512 existing conditions.

Mamaherb.com is the brainchild of Tamir Goren, 46, Elad Daniel, 33 and Orni Daniel, 31. None are health care professionals. Goren came up with the idea of tapping into the experience of millions of Internet users after his 74-year-old mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and experienced severe side effects from chemotherapy."


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Man convicted over cancer 'cure'

Man convicted over cancer 'cure'

A Manchester man has been convicted of advertising a "natural cure" for cancer on the internet.
Andrew Harris, 49, of Sale, advertised "Triamazon" on two websites as a natural alternative for treating all types of cancer.
He was convicted under the Cancer Act of 1939 of taking part in the publication of adverts offering to treat people for cancer.
He was given a two-year conditional discharge by Trafford magistrates.
The 1939 act made it illegal to offer a cure for cancer or to offer advice on how to treat it in any advertisement outside the medical profession.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/manchester/7608256.stm

How powerful is the simple blackberry in battling cancer?

How powerful is the simple blackberry in battling cancer? To find out, Mumper introduced blackberry extract into colonies of colon cancer cells in vitro. “Under normal conditions, these cells grow at a steady rate, doubling almost every day,” Mumper explains. “So, the question we were asking was, can this blackberry extract inhibit the growth rate of these tumor cells?”
http://www.research.uky.edu/odyssey/summer06/blackberries.html

Blackberries are natural rich sources of bioflavonoids and phenolic compounds that are commonly known as potential chemopreventive agents.
http://www.hyscience.com/archives/2005/03/blackberrys_ant.php

Fresh blackberries were recently identified as one of nature’s top cancer fighters. Studies show blackberries have the highest antioxidant content per serving of any food tested and have important cancer fighting properties. Ample supplies of healthful blackberries are now in supermarkets and club stores during their spring peak, according to Sun Belle Inc., a leading berry marketer and distributor.
http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20070502005975&newsLang=en

Strawberry

Researchers specializing in the health benefits of plant compounds have shown that quercetin, a phytonutrient found in abundance in strawberries and other fruits, can induce programmed self-destruction of human cancer cells.
http://www.news-medical.net/?id=8674

A look at some new research involving organic vs non-organic strawberries and their levels of nutrients and cancer fighting abilities.
http://plantsbulbs.suite101.com/blog.cfm/organic_strawberries_fight_cancer

Strawberries can lower the risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
"Strawberries are a nutritious, healthy treat, because they are rich in vitamin C," the LSU AgCenter nutritionist says, adding, "Such foods can lower cancer risk."
http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/food_health/health/chronic_diseases/cancer/Strawberries+Good+Cancer+Insurance+Says+LSU+AgCenter+Nutritionist.htm

Scientists at the Institute of Food Research (IFR) in the UK have begun work to identify the compounds in strawberries responsible for inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. They are hoping to develop new varieties in which the anticarcinogenic compounds are enhanced.
http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Strawberry-anti-cancer-compounds-under-microscope

Cruciferous veg again linked to bladder cancer protection

Cruciferous veg again linked to bladder cancer protection:

"10-Apr-2008 - An increased intake of cruciferous vegetables may slash the risk of bladder cancer by 36 per cent, says new research that attributes the benefits to the isothiocyanate content."


Edible plants in the family Brassicaceae (also called Cruciferae) are termed Cruciferous vegetables. For a botanical description of plants in this family (whether or not used for food), see Brassicaceae. Ten of the most common vegetables eaten by people are in a single species (B. oleracea), and are not distinguished from one another taxonomically, but only by the horticultural category of cultivar groups. Numerous other genera and species in the family are also edible. Cruciferous vegetables are one of the dominant food crops worldwide. Widely considered to be healthful foods, they are high in vitamin C and soluble fibre and contain multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties: diindolylmethane, sulforaphane and selenium.

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have recently discovered that 3,3'-Diindolylmethane in Brassica vegetables is a potent modulator of the innate immune response system with potent anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-cancer activity.

Cancer Killer: Guava

Guava (from Arawak via Spanish guayaba), is a genus of about 100 species of tropical shrubs and small trees in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, native to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, Taiwan, and northern South America. In Urdu they are called amrood . In Sri Lanka they are called Pera. The Bengali name peyara and the Tagalog name bayabas are probably local renditions of guayaba. Numerous references in medical research identify guava as Psidium guajava.

They are typical Myrtoideae, with tough dark leaves that are opposite, simple, elliptic to ovate and 5-15 cm long. The flowers are white, with five petals and numerous stamens. The fruit are juicy. The guava makes an ideal houseplant as long as it remains moist. Spray the foliage to keep it healthy and pinch new growth to keep the plant bushy.

In several tropical regions, including Hawaii, some species (namely Cattley Guava, P. littorale) have become invasive weed shrubs. On the other hand, several species have become very rare and at least one (Jamaican Guava, P. dumetorum), is already extinct.

The genera Accara and Feijoa (Acca, Pineapple Guava) were formerly included herein too.

CURTAILS CANCER: Guava is a good source of lycopene. This carotenoid, which gives many plant foods their red or pink coloring
http://archie.lipsmusic.net/archives/2006/07/16/health/guava-gives-all-vastly/

http://www.naturalnews.com/008140.html

http://www.ajc.com/search/webservice_client/webservice_clientClass/inform/landing.jsp?subjectName=Prostate%20Cancer&informSiteId=6801&cxntlid=inform_arts



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Scientific Evidence Proves Significant Anti-Cancer Effect of Milk Thistle

Scientific Evidence Proves Significant Anti-Cancer Effect of Milk Thistle:

"(NaturalNews) Milk Thistle has been used in the treatment of liver diseases including liver cancer for years. It heals the liver by lowering enzyme levels and assisting the liver in its process of detoxifying the body. Herbalists and Chinese Physicians have prescribed milk thistle for all types of liver disorders including cirrhosis, inflammation, high liver enzymes, jaundice, hardening of the liver, hepatitis and liver cancer. Herbalists recommend milk thistle for any type of cancer as it is vital in aiding detoxification of the blood."



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Cancer Killer: Grapes

A grape is the non-climacteric fruit that grows on the perennial and deciduous woody vines of the genus Vitis. Grapes can be eaten raw or used for making jam, juice, jelly, vinegar, wine and grape seed oil.

Compounds such as resveratrol (a polyphenol antioxidant) have been discovered in grapes and these have been positively linked to fighting cancer, heart disease, degenerative nerve disease and other ailments. Synthesized by many plants, resveratrol apparently serves antifungal and other defensive properties. Dietary resveratrol has been shown to modulate the metabolism of lipids and to inhibit oxidation of low-density lipoproteins and aggregation of platelets.

Since the 1980s, biochemical and medical studies have demonstrated powerful antioxidant properties of grape seed oligomeric proanthocyanidins. Together with tannins, polyphenols and polyunsaturated fatty acids, these seed constituents display inhibitory activities against several experimental disease models, including cancer, heart failure and other disorders of oxidative stress. Grape seed oil from crushed seeds is used for many perceived health benefits.


The "Grape Cancer Cure"?
http://www.healingcancernaturally.com/cancer-healing-greatest-hits.html


Johanna Brandt Grape Cure For Cancer
http://www.cancertutor.com/Cancer/GrapeCure.html


Study: Grapes inhibit cancer growth
http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/9701/10/grapes.cancer/index.html


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Cancer Killer: Cranberry

Cranberries are a group of evergreen dwarf shrubs or trailing vines in the genus Vaccinium subgenus Oxycoccus, or in some treatments, in the distinct genus Oxycoccus. They are found in acidic bogs throughout the cooler parts of the Northern Hemisphere.

Cranberries are low, creeping shrubs or vines up to 2 m long and 5 to 20 cm in height, with slender, wiry stems, not thickly woody, and small evergreen leaves. The flowers are dark pink, with very distinct reflexed petals, leaving the style and stamens fully exposed and pointing forward. They are pollinated by domestic honey bees. The fruit is a berry that is larger than the leaves of the plant; it is initially white, but turns a deep red when fully ripe. It is edible, with an acidic taste that can overwhelm its sweetness.

Cranberries are a major commercial crop in certain US states and Canadian provinces. Most cranberries are processed into products such as juice, sauce, and sweetened dried cranberries, with the remainder sold fresh to consumers. Cranberry sauce is regarded an indispensable part of traditional American and Canadian Thanksgiving menus and European winter festivals.

Since the early 21st century within the global functional food industry, there has been a rapidly growing recognition of cranberries for their consumer product popularity, nutrient content and antioxidant qualities, giving them commercial status as a novel "superfruit".

Cranberry compound found to block cancer
http://www.nutraingredients.com/news/ng.asp?n=63231-cranberry-cancer-proanthocyanidin


Press Releases - University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
UMass Dartmouth researcher identifies cancer-fighting cranberry compound
http://www.umassd.edu/communications/articles/showarticles.cfm?a_key=469


Influence of cranberry on cancer.
Cranberry phytochemical could reduce the growth of human breast cancer cells partly as a result of initiation of apoptosis and the arrest of the G1 cell .http://www.phytochemicals.info/abstracts/cranberry-anti-cancer.php

Cancer Killer: Blueberry

Blueberries are flowering plants in the genus Vaccinium, sect. Cyanococcus. The species are native only to North America. They are shrubs varying in size from 10 cm tall to 4 m tall; the smaller species are known as "lowbush blueberries", and the larger species as "highbush blueberries". The leaves can be either deciduous or evergreen, ovate to lanceolate, and from 1-8 cm long and 0.5-3.5 cm broad. The flowers are bell-shaped, white, pale pink or red, sometimes tinged greenish.

The fruit is a berry 5-16 mm diameter with a flared "crown" at the end; they are pale greenish at first, then reddish-purple, and finally dark purple on ripening. They have a sweet taste when mature, with variable acidity. Blueberries are one of only a few human foods that are naturally colored blue. Blueberry bushes typically bear fruit from May through October; "blueberry season" peaks in July, which is National Blueberry Month in the United States and Canada.

All species whose English common names include "blueberry" are currently classified in section Cyanococcus of the genus Vaccinium. Several other plants of the genus Vaccinium also produce blue berries which are sometimes confused with blueberries, mainly the predominantly European bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), which in many languages has a name that means "blueberry" in English. See the Identification section for more information.

Although blueberries are native to North America, they are now grown also in Australia, New Zealand and South American countries, and are air-shipped as fresh produce to markets around the world.

Beginning in 2005, blueberries have been discussed among a category of functional foods called superfruits having the favorable combination of nutrient richness, antioxidant strength, emerging research evidence for health benefits and versatility for manufacturing popular consumer products.

New research findings concluded that Wild Blueberry compounds have the potential to attack all stages of cancer -- initiation, promotion and proliferation. (Source: Journal of Food Science, 70(3):S159-S166, 2005.) According to the study, different types of Wild Blueberry phenolic compounds are active during different stages of cancer, resulting in a broad spectrum of potential cancer-fighting benefits.
http://www.newstarget.com/006993.html


Laboratory studies published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry show that phenolic compounds in blueberries can inhibit colon cancer cell proliferation and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death).
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=8


US scientists report that blueberry extracts inhibited the growth of liver cancer cells in the lab, potentially adding to the growing list of health benefits for the 'superfood'.
http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/news/ng.asp?n=67978-blueberries-anthocyanins-cancer