Exercise and Gut Health: A Path to Recovery for Cancer Survivors

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 18 December 2023
Exercise and Gut Health: A Path to Recovery for Cancer Survivors
In the journey of cancer survivorship, maintaining overall health becomes a primary focus. Today’s blog post explores a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of post-cancer care: the impact of exercise on gut health. For cancer survivors, understanding the gut-exercise connection is not just beneficial; it's transformative. Understanding the Gut-Exercise Connection:
The human gut hosts a diverse microbial community, playing a pivotal role in our health. For cancer survivors, this is...
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Cinnamon: From Historical Spice to Cancer Support

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 18 December 2023
Cinnamon: From Historical Spice to Cancer Support
Cinnamon, a spice with a rich history dating back to 2800 B.C. in ancient China, has been revered for its medicinal properties across cultures like India, Egypt, and Iran. Beyond its delightful flavor, cinnamon has been traditionally used to treat sore throats, coughs, and various gastrointestinal issues, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial qualities. Modern research confirms these benefits, revealing cinnamon's potential in treating arthritis and type 2 diabetes by easing ...
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Chemotherapy drug adversely affects heart function

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 14 December 2023
Chemotherapy drug adversely affects heart function
As the number of cancer survivors increases, it's essential for doctors to ensure cancer treatments don't leave any long-lasting side effects, particularly on heart health. Heart issues are a major health concern, being the leading cause of death in America, closely followed by cancer. It's crucial to ensure that curing cancer doesn’t result in cardiovascular complications. Certain chemotherapy drugs, like doxorubicin which is used to treat breast cancer, sarcomas, and lymp...
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Deciphering the Role of Gut Microbiota in Colorectal Cancer

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 14 December 2023
Deciphering the Role of Gut Microbiota in Colorectal Cancer
In the realm of human health and disease, the intestinal microbiota, a vast collection of microorganisms within our gut, plays a crucial yet often overlooked role. Dubbed the "forgotten organ," this complex microbial ecosystem is intimately linked to colorectal cancer (CRC), one of the most common types of cancer. Emerging research underscores the relationship between dysbiosis, an imbalance in the intestinal microbiota, and the development of CRC. The roles of various intestinal...
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Understanding Self-Compassion's Impact on Cancer Patients: A Revealing Study

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 8 November 2023
Understanding Self-Compassion's Impact on Cancer Patients: A Revealing Study
In the world of emotional well-being, self-compassion shines as a beacon of hope. Studies have shown that it can make a real difference in how we cope with tough times. But, most of these studies only looked at self-compassion at one point in time, leaving a gap in our understanding of how it affects our future emotional well-being. This study, which followed cancer patients over time, aims to fill in that gap. We want to see how self-compassion at the start of their cancer journey might infl...
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Harnessing the Power of Salvia Species

Posted by Manuela Boyle on 8 November 2023
Harnessing the Power of Salvia Species
In the quest for effective cancer treatments, both natural and synthetic compounds have been explored. Synthetic drugs often face regulatory hurdles and come with risks of unexpected side effects. On the other hand, natural compounds from dietary sources, known for their safety and acceptance, are gaining attention. Phytochemicals, found in plants, are particularly intriguing due to their cost-effectiveness and widespread use. Remarkably, over 70% of small-molecule anticancer drugs developed...
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  • The Institute for Functional Medicine
  • Society for Integrative Oncology
  • Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia
  • Australian Traditional-Medicine Society
  • British Naturopathic Association