CARCINOGENIC TOXINS & ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES
References
The non-profit group, Environmental Working Group, has a great website that delivers eye-opening information on toxins, carcinogens and other environmental exposures to avoid (http://www.ewg.org).
American Cancer Society reviews various environmental exposures that place you at risk for developing cancer.
National Cancer Institute fact sheets on various topics (toxins, exposures, etc.)
Cancer and the environment (National Cancer Institute presentation)
Learn About The Impact Of The Environment On Your Health: Education and Self-Assessment (A fantastic reference from the University of Minnesota, Center for Spirituality and Healing and the Life Science Foundation. Not directed specifically for cancer patients, but the information is useful for everyone.)
American Cancer Society reviews various environmental exposures that place you at risk for developing cancer.
National Cancer Institute fact sheets on various topics (toxins, exposures, etc.)
Cancer and the environment (National Cancer Institute presentation)
Learn About The Impact Of The Environment On Your Health: Education and Self-Assessment (A fantastic reference from the University of Minnesota, Center for Spirituality and Healing and the Life Science Foundation. Not directed specifically for cancer patients, but the information is useful for everyone.)
Recent Studies
Supplements
The following supplement contains milk thistle, a phytonutrient that has been reported to reduce liver toxicity after chemotherapy:
Birkdale Medicinals (Mushroom and other supplements)
**If you are actively undergoing treatment for cancer, I do not recommend taking any supplements without first discussing this with your oncologist**
