Quercetin and Green Tea During Lung Cancer Immunotherapy
Quercetin and green tea extract (EGCG) are being studied for immune modulation and fatigue support during lung cancer immunotherapy. Here is what the current evidence says about mechanisms, dosing, and safety.
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia on Imatinib: Managing Targeted Therapy Side Effects and Quality of Life in Long-Term Treatment
Most people with chronic-phase CML take imatinib for years or even decades. This article covers what the evidence says about managing the most common long-term side effects - nausea, edema, fatigue, and muscle cramps - and why consistent adherence matters as much as the drug itself.
Newly Diagnosed with Hormone-Positive Breast Cancer: Reading Your Pathology Report and Planning Integrative Support
A new HR+ breast cancer diagnosis comes with a pathology report full of numbers and unfamiliar terms. This article explains what ER, PR, HER2, Ki-67, and grade mean in plain language, and reviews the integrative support options with the strongest published evidence.
Melanoma Survivorship and Vitamin D: Maintaining Immune Support and Bone Health When Reducing Sun Exposure
Melanoma survivors are rightly advised to limit UV exposure, but this reduces the skin's ability to make vitamin D. Here is what the research shows about maintaining bone health and immune support through diet, supplementation, and regular blood testing.
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and Scanxiety: Managing Surveillance Anxiety and Rebuilding Confidence After Treatment
Surveillance anxiety - or scanxiety - is a documented clinical experience for most Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma survivors. Evidence-based strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy and structured lifestyle habits can help reduce its intensity and support confidence between scans.
Cervical Cancer Survivorship and Vaginal Health: Microbiome Recovery and Tissue Healing After Chemotherapy and Radiation
Pelvic radiation and cisplatin-based chemotherapy for cervical cancer can cause lasting vaginal changes, including tissue atrophy, stenosis, and microbiome disruption. This article reviews what the evidence shows about tissue recovery and practical management strategies for cervical cancer survivors.
Oral Cancer Chemotherapy and Xerostomia: Natural Approaches to Dry Mouth and Oral Comfort
Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation for oral cancer. This article reviews evidence-reviewed natural approaches that may help support oral comfort during and after treatment.
Lung Cancer on Immunotherapy: Melatonin Dosing for Sleep, Fatigue, and Immune Support During Checkpoint Inhibitor Treatment
Fatigue and sleep disruption affect a large proportion of people on checkpoint inhibitor therapy for lung cancer. This article reviews how melatonin has been studied, which dose ranges have clinical data behind them, and what questions to raise with your care team.
Newly Diagnosed with Leukemia: Questions to Ask Your Oncology Team and Integrative Care Planning
A leukemia diagnosis can require fast decisions and a rapid intake of unfamiliar information. This guide provides structured questions for your oncology team and an overview of how integrative care planning fits alongside conventional treatment.
Colorectal Cancer Survivorship and Microbiome Recovery: Can Probiotics Help Restore Gut Health After Chemotherapy?
After colorectal cancer chemotherapy, gut bacteria are significantly disrupted. This article examines the clinical evidence for probiotics, prebiotics, and dietary strategies to support microbiome recovery in survivors.
