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AHCC and GCP: New Options for Urologic Cancers and Immune-Mediated Disorders

By Erik L. Goldman | Editor-in-Chief - Vol. 6, No. 2. , 2005

Researchers from around the world gathered in New York to review current science on Activated Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC) and Genistein Combined Polysaccharide (GCP), two compounds derived from Basidiomycetes mushrooms that are able to inhibit growth of prostate and bladder cancer cells.

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Botanical Medicines Improve Immune Function, Prolong Survival in Cancer Patients

By Erik L. Goldman | Editor-in-Chief - Vol. 6, No. 1. , 2005

Plant-based medicines including Bromelain (from pineapple), Chelidonium (a common Northeastern plant), and activated hexose correlated compound (derived from medicinal mushrooms) can strengthen immune function in cancer patients, leading to better treatment responses, longer survival and fewer recurrences. James Belanger, ND, a naturopathic oncologist, shares his approach.

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Prostate Cancer Drugs Increase Risk of Osteoporosis, Fractures

By Erik L. Goldman | Editor in Chief - Vol. 6, No. 1. , 2005

Men with prostate cancer who are treated with androgen-suppressing GnRH analog drugs, are at markedly increased risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures compared with patients of similar age who are not taking these drugs. The longer a man is on a GnRH analog, the greater is his osteoporosis/fracture risk.

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Antioxidants During Chemotherapy Spur Controversy

By Dana Trevas | Contributing Writer

WASHINGTON, DC—Do antioxidants help or hinder conventional cancer therapy? The question is one of the most contentious in cancer care today, not to mention one of the hottest topics at conferences on natural medicine.

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Cruciferous Indole at the Crossroad of Estrogen Metabolism

By Janet Gulland | Staff Writer

One of the keys to preventing estrogen-related cancers is to establish a healthy balance between estrogen metabolites. Cruciferous vegetables and specifically an indole phytonutrient called Diindolylmethane found only in these plants, can help to a great extent.

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Demise of PC-SPES Angers Prostate Cancer Patients

By Erik Goldman | Editor in Chief - Vol. 3, No. 2. , 2002

PC-SPES, a supplement advertised as a botanical medicine for prostate problems, was wildly popular among men with prostate cancer, largely because it seemed to work when pharmaceutical options did not. PC-SPES turned out to contain DES and warfarin, and was pulled from the market by California authorities, triggering outrage in the prostate cancer community.

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CoQ10 May Have Role in Preventing Skin Cancer

By Staff Writer - Vol. 5, No. 1. , 2004

Coenzyme Q10 is best known for its heart protective effects. But this compound is also a strong antioxidant, which can be absorbed through the skin, where it can reduce carcinogenic UV-mediated dermal damage.

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