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ADT for Prostate Cancer and Risk of Dementia and Depression
“A growing body of evidence supports a link between androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for prostate cancer and cognitive dysfunction…” My uncle began ADT for his prostate cancer in the
Continue readingDry Eye Syndrome, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca- Omega 3 Fatty Acids
There is a growing body of research supporting the use of omega 3 fatty acids supplements to treat dry eye, an uncomfortable condition that arises when the eye produces fewer tears. The New
Continue readingEndometrial Cancer, Sugar, Curcumin, Green Tea
Eating a sugary diet may increase the risk of developing endometrial cancer by upwards of 33%:
Continue readingChemotherapy-induced CVD
Chemotherapy-induced CVD in AYA cancer survivors is a short, long-term and sometimes a late stage side effect of both chemotherapy and radiation. In 2016, Kaiser Permanente published a peer-reviewed study
Continue readingAll about the Benefits, Usage and Side Effects of Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is a type of food product made from the fresh grass of the wheat plant Triticum aestivum. It is considered as a highly potent and healthy food with lots of amazing benefits Mostly available
Continue readingCoenzyme Q10, Ubiquinone- Heart, Brain, Skin, Cancer,
“Health conditions like heart disease, brain disorders, diabetes, and cancer have been linked to low levels of CoQ10 (1Trusted Source)…CoQ10 production decreases as you age. Thus, older people
Continue readingMyeloma Chemo- Omega-3’s, Heart, Brain
I am a long-term multiple myeloma survivor with live with a host of long-term and late stage side effects. “Combination of chemotherapy and omega-3 fatty acids supplementation appears an effective
Continue readingGreen Tea Reduces Risk of Stroke
daily consumption of either green or black tea equaling 3 cups per day could prevent the onset of ischemic stroke I live with an increased risk of stroke. Rarely is a single evidence-based, non-conventional
Continue readingMGUS Diagnostics – Risk
“Relative risks have the appealing feature of summarizing two numbers (the risk in one group and the risk in the other) into one…” Hi David: We have previously conversed about diagnostics-
Continue reading3 Ways of Coping with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can make one feel isolated. It is important to consider joining support groups with others who understand pain, coping techniques, and have experienced a variety of treatments to help better
Continue readingMyeloma Symptoms- Kidney Damage
Kidney Damage Is A Common Symptom of Multiple Myeloma. Renal Insufficiency AKA Kidney Damage and is Characterized by an Elevated Serum Creatinine. Bone Pain, Anemia and Kidney Damage are the Big Three
Continue readingLower Blood Pressure w/ Non-toxic Therapies
Exercise, Nutrition, Sauna and a host of nutritional supplements including nattokinase, taurine, omega-3 fatty acids, and more have proven ability to lower blood pressure. Last week I was diagnosed with
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