Bladder cancer risk factors and causes including the urinary microbiome role in DNA mutations
Tag: Microbiome
The role of diet and the gut microbiome in cancer treatment
The science shows that a healthy diet lowers cancer risk and enhances treatment. But adhering to these directives can be tricky unless you understand the mechanism. And it appears that the mechanism is once more directly related to the gut microbiome. I found that understanding the mechanism that controls and regulates the immune systems is… Continue reading The role of diet and the gut microbiome in cancer treatment
The best supplements for healing from cancer
The role of supplements in cancer prevention and treatment, such as immunotherapy, is controversial. Many see supplements as an alternative to conventional western medical medicine. Others see them as a waste of money, either unproven scientifically or all available through a balanced diet. You only have to look at the weekly catalogue from chemist chain… Continue reading The best supplements for healing from cancer
How sleep affects cancer risk and treatment
Poor sleep is associated with chronic disease and not getting enough sleep. I’ve always been a poor sleeper, but I’ve worked on improving it. I wear blue-light-blocking glasses after sundown in the evening. I either get 30 minutes of early morning light before 8 am or wear light therapy glasses in winter. However, the single… Continue reading How sleep affects cancer risk and treatment
The best exercise for healing from cancer
Exercising and a good diet may not be enough to prevent you from getting cancer in the first place. But once you get it, it puts you in a much better position to heal than if you are overweight, unfit and eating poorly. Without a foundation of good health, the body cannot cope with the… Continue reading The best exercise for healing from cancer
The role of the microbiome in cancer risk and healing
One of the keys to my healing with chemo the second time around was looking after my gut microbiome. Chemo and antibiotics can have a devastating effect on your gut. An underperforming gut microbiome not only affects your toilet habits but also impacts your immunity system and mental state. I’ve always had limited success with… Continue reading The role of the microbiome in cancer risk and healing