Dimensions
138 x 216 x 12mm
A balanced, impartial and informed look at complementary and alternative treatments for cancer. Many cancers are increasingly chronic diseases, and holistic management is common. Up to a half of all cancer patients admit to visiting complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) providers; more use complementary therapies. Holistic health isn't a quick fix, but many CAMs are now established, respected and effective parts of the treatment journey in cancer, and indeed many cancer drugs come from plants. This book is a balanced, informative look at CAM and holistic health for the treatment and prevention of cancer. Topics include:
• Understanding cancer - hallmarks, staging, performance, spread and composition
• Common symptoms and how holistic methods may apply
• The cancer journey - risk factors, treatment options, medical terms, and other facts
• How diet can help, based on scientific evidence including cancer prevention through diet, supplements, cachexia, dysphagia and other dietary issues
• CAM treatments that help - acupressure, acupuncture and moxibustion, art therapy, aromatherapy
• CAM treatments that don't help - colloidal silver, dangerous detox, restrictive diets
• A holistic approach for survivorship after cancer, including an anti-cancer lifestyle, spirituality, and support
• How to ensure treatment is safe - never trust anyone who claims to cure cancer
