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Breast Cancer Recovery: Going Beyond the Tumour.

Empowered Prevention

When a woman receives a breast cancer diagnosis, the immediate response is to focus on one thing: removing the tumour. And I get it—there’s an urgency to eliminate what’s there and regain control, and removing the tumour is essential. But, as you probably know, the tumour is never actually the starting point? It’s simply the visible symptom of something deeper.

The surprising benefits of fibre

Fibre, Butyrate

Cancer stem cells are a small subset of cells within a tumour that possess the ability to self-renew and differentiate into various cell types that make up the cancer. Their unique characteristics allow them to survive conventional therapies that primarily target rapidly dividing cancer cells. This survival means that even after aggressive treatment, these resilient stem cells can lead to a recurrence of cancer.

What targets the cancer stem cell?

Cancer stem cells are a small subset of cells within a tumour that possess the ability to self-renew and differentiate into various cell types that make up the cancer. Their unique characteristics allow them to survive conventional therapies that primarily target rapidly dividing cancer cells. This survival means that even after aggressive treatment, these resilient stem cells can lead to a recurrence of cancer.

Glutamine in cancer treatment, yes or no?

Glutamine

L-Glutamine: Can be a valuable tool in Integrative Oncology in the right context.

L-Glutamine, an amino acid, is one of the most versatile therapeutic agents used in natural, integrative, and even conventional medicine. Its benefits span a wide range of applications, including gastrointestinal (GI) repair, post-surgical recovery, renal support, muscle maintenance, and addressing cachexia. Given its widespread use, it’s essential to evaluate the potential risks associated with its use—particularly in oncology, where its role is more nuanced.