In this section, you will find articles on various integrative oncology topics written by Dr. Brian Lawenda, Conner Middlemann Whitney and other contributors for the IOE.
A Diet that Defies Cancer
Avoid and Eliminate Toxins
Conventional Treatments
Defy Cancer with Exercise
Defy Cancer with Stress Reduction
Palliative Care and Hospice
Manage Side Effects Without Drugs
Recipes
Spirituality and Social Support
Supplements and Botanicals
Tests You Should TakeWhy You Should Consult With A Functional Medicine Trained Oncologist And Biohacker
Did you know that cancer patients and survivors are at a higher risk of dying from any cause compared with individuals who have never had cancer? If this fact worries you, I have good news. Combining functional medicine and biohacking, I can ... [Read More]
Anticancer Effects of Inositol and IP-6
Inositol hexaphosphate ("IP6", "myo-inositol hexaphosphate" or "phytic acid") is a natural molecule present in most plant and animal cells. You get this stuff in your diet mainly from eating cereals, grains, legumes and meat. Your body can also ... [Read More]
Prostate Cancer Basics Online Course
Dr. Brian Lawenda briefly introduces the Prostate Cancer Basics online course. He developed this easy to understand course to help patients learn more about their diagnosis of prostate cancer, the most common treatment options, side effects/risks and ... [Read More]
Breast Cancer Basics Online Course
Dr. Brian Lawenda developed this easy to understand course to help patients learn more about their diagnosis of breast cancer, the most common treatment options (as recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network expert panel), side ... [Read More]
Skin Cancer Signs, Symptoms and Self-Exam
In this short video, Dr. Brian Lawenda discusses signs and symptoms of the 3 most common types of skin cancer (basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas and melanoma). Everyone should do a monthly skin self-examination, and you'll see how this is ... [Read More]
Biohacking Your Stress: Breathing and Heart Rate Variability
In these stressful times, using simple, relaxation techniques can be very helpful to reduce your “fight or flight” nervous system activity and increase your heart rate variability (HRV). Increased HRV is associated with superior immune function, as ... [Read More]
Delayed Routine Cancer Screening: Know These Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Most routine cancer screenings are being delayed during the COVID pandemic to reduce the burden on the healthcare system. It is therefore very important to be aware of the signs and symptoms that could indicate the presence of cancer. In this ... [Read More]
Routine Cancer Screening During The Pandemic
One of the many casualties of the COVID crisis are the millions of individuals who are unable to get timely cancer screenings for an unknown amount of time due to cancelled or rescheduled appointments: —colorectal cancer (colonoscopies) —breast ... [Read More]
Tips To Help Cancer Patients Stay out of the Emergency Room
Staying out of the ER and urgent care in the COVID era is even more important these days. Many infections are believed to occur in the hospital through droplet exposure. Here are my TIPS for anyone with cancer: 1) Reduce your risks for ... [Read More]
Cologuard: Non-Invasive Colorectal Cancer Screening Stool DNA Test
Colon and rectal cancer screening can be done in the safety and convenience of your home. See my 2-minute video. The Cologuard DNA stool test is a non-invasive option for eligible patients, >/= 45 years of age (covered by many insurance ... [Read More]
What Should I Eat During and after Cancer? (version 1.2020)
One of the most common question my patients ask me is "what should I eat" during and after my cancer treatment. To answer this question requires knowing more about the specifics of each individual, such as: What type of cancer treatments are ... [Read More]
Why You Should Do A Self Breast Exam
Routine breast cancer screening with mammograms and other imaging studies is currently being deferred due to concerns relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the use of screening mammograms save lives, there is controversy on recommending ... [Read More]