Alternative Cancer Therapies

What it is: A bioelectrical method that uses frequency modulated electric fields targeting dividing cancer cells.

Mechanism: Disrupts mitosis in tumor cells while sparing healthy tissue.

Evidence: Supported by preclinical studies and early-phase human trials.

Status: Investigational.

Considerations: Requires professional monitoring; not a replacement for conventional care.

What it is: Plant extract used in integrative oncology, mainly in Europe.

Mechanism: May support immune modulation and improve quality of life.

Evidence: Moderate; shown to reduce side effects and improve well-being in some patients.

Status: Complementary use in Germany and Switzerland.

Considerations: Injectable; risk of allergic reaction.

What it is: High fat, low carbohydrate diet that alters cancer cell metabolism.

Mechanism: Reduces glucose availability, potentially stressing cancer cells.

Evidence: Preclinical studies and small clinical trials show promise.

Status: Investigational; not a standalone treatment.

Considerations: Should be medically supervised to avoid nutritional imbalance.

What it is: A traditional Chinese practice involving needle stimulation at specific points.

Use: Commonly used to manage pain, nausea, neuropathy, and anxiety.

Evidence: Strong support for use in managing chemotherapy-induced nausea and chronic pain.

Status: Widely accepted in integrative cancer centers.

Considerations: Safe when administered by trained professionals.