This is taken, almost verbatim, from a four-part study published by the Oncology Nursing Society.
http://www.ons.org/publications/journals...
As with any other information you read, discuss your choices with your medical team before adding any supplements to your daily regimen. What works for you, or how much of a risk you are willing to take in exchange for potential benefits, is entirely a personal decision. Decide intelligently; do not let hype or promises overrule your good judgment. As an example, coffee is listed as potentially harmful in large quantities. Does that mean that everyone should stop drinking coffee? Or more importantly, will they?
This is another thought-provoking look at the daily choices we have to make in our diets, lives, environment...live life to the fullest, knowing as much as you can about what you are choosing for yourself!
This oncology nursing forum looks at herbs and other natural products and their cancer-causing potential The purpose of the study was to provide evidence-based research about 27 herbs and natural products which may have the potential to cause cancer/harm. Data was taken from the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database and Lawrence Review of Natural Products.
This information could help oncology nurses to become better resources for their patients and other healthcare professionals. Consumer and medical professionals should always weight the benefits and risks before undertaking any herbal or other natural substance regime.
Please note that there are no medical claims made in this study. This is informational literature only.
Alpha hydroxy acid - used for fibromyalgia, can cause skin irritation
(betel nut) - chewed, can cause oral cancer. Also used for schizophrenia..
Aristolochia (snakeroot) - self-medicating for gastrointestinal problems. May be associated with several cancers. USA FDA reports this herb is unsafe.
Beer and alcoholic beverages - Used as an appetite and digestive stimulant, beer is used medicinally to prevent many ailments such as cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer disease, cancer, gallstones, and kidney stones. Drinking more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day may lead to physical dependence, malnutrition, amnesia, dementia, somnolence, cardiac myopathy, hepatotoxicity, and cirrhosis, as well as cancers of the mouth, esophagus, pharynx, larynx, and liver. Traditionally, more than one alcoholic drink daily may increase mortality among women with breast cancer by as much as 30%. One drink is equivalent to 4 oz (120 ml) of wine, 12 oz of beer, or 1 oz of spirits.
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