Prebiotic: Nondigestible fiber that feeds the beneficial microorganisms in the gut Sources: Whole grains, beans, legumes, Jerusalem artichoke, raw asparagus, tomatoes, raw honey, raw garlic, raw onion, under-ripe bananas, Chicory, Breast-milk. Supplement: Organic Inulin Powder by NOW Foods – a soluble prebiotic fiber that is resistant to digestion and reaches the large intestine essentially intact. […]
Many cancer patients turn to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies to manage side effects of conventional treatments. Acupuncture, a CAM therapy, involves stimulating points on the body using thin needles, pressure (acupressure), electricity (electroacupuncture), or heat (moxibustion). Studies show acupuncture effectively manages pain, neuropathy, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, hot flashes, and dry mouth. Leading oncology guidelines, including those from the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society, recommend acupuncture as adjunctive care. This article explores the benefits of acupuncture for various cancer-related symptoms and highlights its role as a safe, effective, and natural method of healing.