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How to Beat Cancer With Nutritional Supplements

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There are several supplements available to a cancer patient. Whether they are used as an alternative to conventional medicine or in addition to treatment, it's important to be well informed before using supplements. A healthy use of supplements can arm the cancer victim's immune system. Some cancer patients can choose a supplement regimen that can reduce tumor size and support remission.

From Quick Guide: A to Z Nutritional Supplement
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  1. Step 1

    Take Coenzyme Q10. Some studies have concluded there is a lower level of CoQ10 in cancer patients. This nutritional supplement is an antioxidant and is also used by the body to create energy. Anecdotal reports have shown success with cancers of the pancreas, lung, colon, rectum and prostate.

  2. Step 2

    Use garlic in your cooking and as a supplement. The allyl sulfur compounds in garlic have been shown in studies to slow or prevent cancer tumor cells. Another ingredient from garlic, allicin, was used in a study of mice suffering from cancer. Mice who were injected with the allicin responded with a longer life span.

  3. Step 3

    Incorporate other enzymes and nutritional supplements such as ginseng, saw palmetto, selenium, shark cartilage and soy. These are common in association with cancer therapy and can serve a patient in remission status as well. Vitamins A, B3,C, E and also Selenium and folic acid have also been shown to effectively aid the process of cancer treatment.

Tips & Warnings
  • It's important create a supplement regimen in conjunction with your professional. Some vitamins can actually harm a cancer victim or produce unwanted side effects if not used properly.
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