Category Archives: Cancer

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

Since my dad’s battle with thyroid cancer – which by the way, he’s winning – I’ve come to appreciate that tiny gland that regulates metabolism. Of course, cancer isn’t the only disease that can attack the thyroid – a fact I was reminded of when I received an e-mail from a reader named Ronald concerning his daughter who suffers from Hashimoto’s thyrioditis.
For those not familiar with this condition, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the body’s own antibodies attack the cells of the thyroid. Women between the ages of 30 and 50 are the primary target. And, worst of all – there is no cure. Continue reading →

Pancreatic Cancer – Lower Your Risk With These Super Foods

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

Forget the old adage about an apple a day. If you’re looking to lower your risk of pancreatic cancer, you’d be wiser to eat a healthy dose of cabbage, onions and spinach. So says a recent study which found that participants who consumed diets rich in those specific vegetables saw their pancreatic cancer risk reduced, significantly in some cases. Apples—not so much. Continue reading →

The Cancer Cutting Diet

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

Cancer. It’s no longer an automatic death sentence. But, even if it’s caught early, it can unhinge your life. Fortunately, what you put in your mouth can greatly influence whether or not you develop this life-altering illness. There is such a wealth of scientific evidence behind the diet-cancer link, that even the ultra-conservative American Cancer Society (ACS) is on board, noting that good nutrition could prevent more than one-third of all cancers. Continue reading →

Causes of Breast Cancer

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

The causes of breast cancer are so numerous that it’s hard to imagine finding a cure. No matter what your political persuasion is, the recent news about Elizabeth Edwards was heartbreaking. Stage four breast cancer – cancer that has spread to the lungs, liver or bones – is an advanced and incurable form of the disease and her strength and courage are indeed admirable. Continue reading →

Prevent Bladder Cancer

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

A friend of mine called the other day in tears. It seems that her father had just been diagnosed with bladder cancer. Luckily, the doctor had caught it early – a good sign since the chances for survival are very good when the disease is found and treated before the cancer gains too much momentum. Nevertheless, my friend was understandably frightened. Continue reading →

The War on Cancer

By Bonnie Jenkins, Advanced Natural Wellness

Recently, President Obama called for a renewed war on cancer. It’s been nearly 40 years since the White House focused its attention on this group of diseases, but it was a hopeful sign to many in science and medicine. Maybe this time, the warcry will spur much needed funding to fight the cancers that are expected to kill 560,000 Americans this year alone. Continue reading →

Thrive During Cancer Treatment

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

So often I find myself talking about prevention. And that can be a good thing.

After all, it’s important to do whatever you can to avoid chronic or catastrophic disease. But life doesn’t always work out that way. Despite our best efforts, sometimes we get sick, really sick. That’s when you need to shift gears. Continue reading →

5 Nutrients Give You An Edge On Cancer

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

When you’re diagnosed with cancer, your options can seem both frightening and very limited.

Most conventional doctors rely on just three treatments: surgery, chemotherapy or radiation. And while all of these treatments have their place in treating cancer, supplementing with certain nutrients can boost the effectiveness of traditional treatment. More importantly, they can help reduce side effects. Continue reading →