If you have been diagnosed with depression (the most common form) you are not alone: greater than 25% of adult women and 15% of adult men are prescribed antidepressants, in the U.S. (reference). In the oncology population, the percentages are likely ... [Read More]
Supplements and Botanicals
In this section, you will learn about various supplements and botanical compounds that can help in the management of side effects, symptoms and nutritional support.
Dr. Lawenda Discusses Cancer Pain Management
KNDU/NBC TV "Living Well" Show: Dr. Lawenda Discusses How He Manages Cancer Pain (June 16, 2017) https://vimeo.com/222211611 ... [Read More]
Dr. Lawenda Discusses Cannabinoids In Cancer Care
KNDU/NBC TV "Living Well" Show: Cannabinoids In Cancer Care (November 12, 2016) https://vimeo.com/191549280 KNDU/NBC TV: Cancer Survivor Credits Marijuana, Integrative Oncology for Survival (November 9, ... [Read More]
Dr. Lawenda Discusses Dietary Supplement Concerns And Tips On Shopping For Higher Quality Supplements
KNDU/NBC TV "Living Well" Show: Dr. Lawenda Discusses Dietary Supplement Concerns And Tips On Shopping For Higher Quality Supplements (November 26, 2016) https://vimeo.com/193572635 ... [Read More]
Dr. Lawenda Discusses The Use of Supplements During Cancer Treatment
KNDU/NBC TV "Living Well" Show: Dr. Lawenda Discusses The Use of Supplements During Cancer Treatment (December 31, 2016) https://vimeo.com/197967420 ... [Read More]
Make Your Body Less Conducive To Cancer With Integrative Oncology
It is NOT a new concept that if you can make your tissues less conducive to cancer growth you will have a much greater shot at beating cancer. One of the greatest minds in the history of modern medicine (Dr Stephen Paget) eloquently noted this in ... [Read More]
Breast Cancer Risk, Curcumin, Vitamin D, Genetics And More
Breast Cancer Risk Can Be Determined From A Biopsy A landmark Harvard study found that the risk of breast cancer can be predicted by looking at the percentage of dividing cells from a routine breast biopsy. If this tissue analysis (called ... [Read More]
Curcumin Reduces Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation
If I had to choose one botanical supplement, it would be the turmeric extract, curcumin. I've written about this before, but I want to highlight again why I love it: It reduces systemic inflammation It reduces systemic oxidation (free ... [Read More]
Supplements and Phytonutrients For Skin Cancer Prevention
Non-melanoma skin cancers are by far the most common type of cancer, and if you have already had prior skin cancer, your risk of developing additional skin cancers is 1000% greater than for those who have never had skin cancer. Whether you ... [Read More]
Complementary Therapies For Pain Management (Video)
There is no 'one-size-fits-all' when it comes to managing pain. Dr. Brian Lawenda introduces various non-pharmacologic options that may be useful therapies in helping you better cope with chronic and acute pain (i.e. aromatherapy, meditation, ... [Read More]
