Cancer Care: Complimentary and Alternative Options

The possibility of having cancer is extremely frightening. Whether you, your family member, or your friends, have been diagnosed, fear is often the first reaction. 45% of American men and 38% of American women, will be diagnosed with some form of cancer in their lifetime. This high incidence of cancer explains our fears.

Each individual diagnosed with cancer is unique. No two people or two cancers are alike. You are not a statistic or a disease. You are a person; a whole being.

Cancer stems from multiple factors and usually develops over a long period of time. People develop cancerous cells in their body everyday. Those who able to remove the cancerous cells, avoid the development of cancer.

The factors contributing to the development of cancer include:

• A sub-functioning immune system, and
• Cellular DNA damage: stress, toxins, and radiation.

Naturopathic medicine provides the best options for modifying and treating these risk factors.

Treatment Options

Naturopathic treatment options focus on improving the ability of the immune system to recognize and remove cancerous cells, preventing future DNA mutations, and optimizing cell functioning to prevent development of cancerous cells. Naturopathic treatment also enhances the efficacy of allopathic treatments (chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery) and reduces side effects.

Naturopathic cancer care utilizes herbs, nutritional supplements, and homeopathy. With the exception of homeopathy, the herbs and supplements used in the treatment of cancer have scientific studies proving the benefit of their use. Additionally, I will work with you on addressing the emotional and spiritual components of cancer.

Integration: NDs and MDs working together for you.

Most people will choose to use an integrated approach to their cancer care. When doing so it is extremely important for all members of your treatment team to communicate, to ensure optimal care. Each individual must determine what level of integration they desire. However, due to the often harsh side effects of chemotherapy, some level of integration is strongly recommended.

What to Expect from Naturopathic Medicine

Efficacy of Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine works. Sometimes the remedies work quickly and dramatically, and sometimes they take longer to have an effect. To ensure successful healing the prescribed remedies need to be taken as directed.

Patient Involvment

You are the most important person in your healing process. No one else can make healthy choices for you. Naturopathic medicine does not work in spite of you, but because of you. Learning and applying healthy diet and lifestyle choices in your daily life are the most important and effective tools for maintaining and achieving optimal health.

Cost

The complimentary treatment of cancer requires the use of multiple remedies for optimal efficacy. Because of the high cost of cancer care, I offer a 20% discount on supplement protocols for those needing assistance.