Can You Make Cancer Treatment Suck Less?

If you’re facing a cancer diagnosis, you’re likely exploring all your options. At Neighborhood Naturopathic, we understand the challenges of cancer treatment and are here to offer complementary and adjunctive care to support you on your journey.  

We’re getting many inquiries from patients who, in their own words, are looking for their cancer journey to “suck less,” and we get that. We can help! 

What is Adjunctive Cancer Care? Exploring All Your Options During Cancer Treatment

At Neighborhood Naturopathic, we do not consider adjunctive naturopathic care an alternative to conventional cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery). Instead, we work alongside your oncologist to provide supportive and complementary therapies that can enhance your conventional treatments, overall well-being, and potentially improve your treatment outcomes. Our goal is to make your cancer treatment experience more manageable and improve your quality of life throughout. 

Metabolic Approaches: Making Treatment More Tolerable

Cancer cells have unique metabolic characteristics, and we can leverage this to our advantage to potentially make your treatment experience “suck less.” Our metabolic approaches may include: 

• IV Vitamin C (IVC) Therapy:

  • As detailed on our website, high-dose IVC has shown promise in supporting the immune system and potentially reducing side effects from conventional treatments. Many patients find this helps them feel stronger and more resilient during chemotherapy and radiation. 

• Blood sugar management:

  • Numerous studies have suggested the overall importance of proper blood sugar regulation in cancer patients in its relation to influence of cancer cell and tumor growth. There are many modalities that Naturopathic medicine can offer to help achieve optimal blood sugar levels. Whether it’s herbs, diet, lifestyle, or prescription medication, patients with optimal blood sugars reported feeling less fatigued when incorporating appropriate treatment measures into their adjunctive cancer care plan. 

• Antiviral Therapies:

  • Addressing any underlying viral infections with supplements other naturopathic modalities can support overall immune function, potentially making your body more capable of handling the challenges of cancer treatment.
    

Lifestyle Modifications: Empowering You to Feel Better 

Simple lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on your well-being during cancer treatment. We can help you: 

• Find the Right Diet:

  • We’ll work with you to create a personalized nutrition plan that supports your body’s needs and minimizes side effects like nausea and digestive issues, helping you feel more in control of your daily life. 

• Incorporate Movement:

  • Gentle exercise, tailored to your energy levels, can help boost energy, reduce fatigue, and improve mood, making even tough days a little easier. 

• Access Resources:

  • We can connect you with valuable resources for emotional support, stress management, and other aspects of cancer care, ensuring you have a comprehensive network to lean on.
    

Empowering You Through Your Cancer Journey 

At Neighborhood Naturopathic, we believe in empowering you to take an active role in your health. We provide the tools and support you need to navigate cancer treatment with more strength, resilience, and hope. We understand you want your cancer to suck less, and we’re dedicated to helping you achieve that through thoughtful, complementary care. 

Schedule a Call

Do you have questions about how to make your cancer suck less? We’ve got answers. We offer a complimentary call for new patients, which you can schedule online or by calling (612) 259-8529.