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Ellagic acid, commonly found in various plant foods, can enhance cancer treatment by boosting the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy while reducing their side effects.
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Published research studies are articles that present the findings of original research that has undergone a peer-review process and has been made publicly available in scholarly journals, books or other media.
A Comprehensive Review of the Effect of Honey on Human Health
2023 Jul 06 Nutrients Palma-Morales M, Huertas JR, Rodríguez-Pérez C
Review Article Wound Healing Honey Metabolic Syndrome Cardiovascular DiseaseHoney intake has observed beneficial effects on various health aspects like cardiovascular, metabolic risk factors, and wound healing, primarily replacing other sweeteners.
Synergism of ellagic acid in combination with radiotherapy and chemotherapy for cancer treatment
2022 May Phytomedicine Xue P, Zhang G, Zhang J, Ren L
Review Article Experimental Study Pomegranate Radiotherapy Chemotherapy Ellagic AcidEllagic acid, commonly found in various plant foods, can enhance cancer treatment by boosting the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy while reducing their side effects.
A feasibility trial of acupuncture in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment
2021 May Complementary Therapies in Medicine Hughes J, Gyertson K, Carballo L, Plant H, Sharman M, Ruane K, et al.
It is feasible to implement acupuncture in a busy radiotherapy unit provided by specially trained radiographers. The methodology employed appears acceptable for the evaluation of acupuncture for radiotherapy patients.
Cohort Study Radiotherapy CancerDo breast cancer patients adapt CAM methods according to the therapeutic situation?
2021 May Complementary Therapies in Medicine Männle H, Momm F, Hübner J, Münstedt K
CAM use is mainly reported to be a static phenomenon. However, this study shows that this is not the case and that after the end of radiotherapy patients started using new CAM methods or increased the number of methods used.
Cohort Study Breast CancerThe role of dietary supplements, including biotics, glutamine, polyunsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols, in reducing gastrointestinal side effects in patients undergoing pelvic radiotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
2021 Apr 23 Clinical and Translational Radiation Oncology Bartsch B, Then CK, Harriss E, Kartsonaki C, Kiltie AE.
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Honey intake has observed beneficial effects on various health aspects like cardiovascular, metabolic risk factors, and wound healing, primarily replacing other sweeteners.
2023 Nutrients A Comprehensive Review of the Effect of Honey on Human Health Palma-Morales M, Huertas JR, Rodríguez-Pérez C
Review Article Cardiovascular Disease Honey Metabolic Syndrome
In this comprehensive review study, the researchers went beyond just looking at one or two aspects of health; instead, they embarked on an ambitious task of reviewing forty-eight clinical trials that were published between 1985 and 2022, involving a total of 3655 subjects. The researchers aimed to critically analyze the effect of honey on multiple health indices, including, but not limited to, cardiovascular and metabolic risk factors, glucose tolerance, mucositis inflicted by chemo-radiotherapy, cough in children, and wound healing.
The evaluation and analysis of the data involved a thorough examination of the results of each of the clinical trials, consideration of several potential variables, and detailed cross-study comparisons. This broad and deep investigation allowed the researchers to draw correlations and pinpoint the beneficial influences of honey, considered a nutritious and natural food.
The results from these clinical trials saw more beneficial effects on health from honey intake when compared to neutral or negative outcomes. It was most notably effective, particularly when used as a substitute for other sweeteners. The review also pointed out the potential use of honey as a safe adjuvant to be used in combination with drugs for specific illnesses. Confidently stating that honey has clear benefits in the clinical trials analyzed, the researchers fostered a promising narrative for the further exploration and acceptance of honey as a health booster.
Ellagic acid, commonly found in various plant foods, can enhance cancer treatment by boosting the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy while reducing their side effects.
2022 Phytomedicine Synergism of ellagic acid in combination with radiotherapy and chemotherapy for cancer treatment Xue P, Zhang G, Zhang J, Ren L
Review Article Chemotherapy Ellagic Acid Pomegranate
The presented review compiled in vitro and in vivo experimental evidence of the synergistic effect of Ellagic acid (EA) in cancer therapy from multiple databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. The focus was on the use of EA in conjunction with conservative treatment methods such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
The results suggest that EA, a polyphenolic compound found in various plant foods, has the potential to enhance the effectiveness of these treatment methods. It was found to improve treatment outcomes when combined with a low dosage of therapeutic drugs or optimized radiation levels. Additionally, EA appears to have a preventative effect against the adverse reactions normally associated with chemotherapy, possibly due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it a promising candidate as a drug adjuvant in cancer treatment.
Acupuncture has therapeutic potential in management of cancer-related fatigue for cancer survivors.
2020 Integrative Cancer Therapies The Effects of Acupuncture on Cancer-Related Fatigue: Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Jang A, Brown C, Lamoury G, Morgia M, Boyle F, Marr I, et al.
Systematic Review Acupuncture
Given that CRF is a debilitating symptom among cancer survivors that has proven complex to manage, it is important to explore a wide range of treatment options. The findings of this systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that acupuncture has clinical applications in the management of CRF in conjunction with standard care. Investigating the physiological mechanisms underlying the effects of acupuncture on CRF with biomarkers including cytokines will provide important insights into future clinical applications. Acupuncture for cancer survivors with fatigue, particularly those receiving chemotherapy and radiation therapy that induce fatigue, can have a beneficial effect on fatigue and overall quality of life, when used as an adjunctive intervention to conventional cancer care. Therefore, it is recommended that acupuncture be incorporated into guidelines for the management of CRF in order to improve patient care.
Acupuncture shows promising evidence in cancer palliative care, particularly in reducing therapy-induced side effects and cancer pain.
2013 Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine Effectiveness of acupuncture for palliative care in cancer patients: A systematic review Lian, WL., Pan, Mq., Zhou, Dh. & Zhang, et al.
Systematic Review Cancer Pain Cancer Treatment Support
The study examined data from 33 randomized clinical trials that investigated the effectiveness of acupuncture in palliative care for cancer patients. The data were collected from seven different databases dating up to December 2010. The extraction and validation process was overseen by two independent reviewers who also assessed the trials using the Jadad scale.
The trials evaluated revealed diverse impacts of acupuncture on numerous cancer-related conditions. These include effects on side effects arising from chemotherapy or radiotherapy, cancer pain, post-operative urinary retention and other aspects of quality of life. The results showed promising potential for acupuncture being beneficial in palliative care, particularly in the reduction of chemotherapy or radiotherapy-induced side effects, and pain related to cancer.
Review Articles
Review articles summarise and critically evaluate the current state of research on a specific topic or field by synthesising multiple primary research studies.
A Comprehensive Review of the Effect of Honey on Human Health
2023 Jul 06 Nutrients Palma-Morales M, Huertas JR, Rodríguez-Pérez C
Review Article Wound Healing Honey Metabolic Syndrome Cardiovascular DiseaseHoney intake has observed beneficial effects on various health aspects like cardiovascular, metabolic risk factors, and wound healing, primarily replacing other sweeteners.
Synergism of ellagic acid in combination with radiotherapy and chemotherapy for cancer treatment
2022 May Phytomedicine Xue P, Zhang G, Zhang J, Ren L
Review Article Experimental Study Pomegranate Radiotherapy Chemotherapy Ellagic AcidEllagic acid, commonly found in various plant foods, can enhance cancer treatment by boosting the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy while reducing their side effects.
The role of dietary supplements, including biotics, glutamine, polyunsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols, in reducing gastrointestinal side effects in patients undergoing pelvic radiotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
2021 Apr 23 Clinical and Translational Radiation Oncology Bartsch B, Then CK, Harriss E, Kartsonaki C, Kiltie AE.
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The Effects of Acupuncture on Cancer-Related Fatigue: Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
2020 Jan Integrative Cancer Therapies Jang A, Brown C, Lamoury G, Morgia M, Boyle F, Marr I, et al.
Systematic Review Meta-Analysis AcupunctureAcupuncture has therapeutic potential in management of cancer-related fatigue for cancer survivors.
Using Bee Products for the Prevention and Treatment of Oral Mucositis Induced by Cancer Treatment
2019 Aug 21 Molecules Münstedt K, Männle H
Honey, propolis, and royal jelly show evidence for their effectiveness in preventing and treating oral mucositis resulting from chemotherapy or radiotherapy, with potential integration into a comprehensive approach alongside established concepts like oral care, oral cryotherapy, topical vitamin E, and low-level-laser therapy. However, the quality of existing meta-analyses is generally low, and further studies, especially on combinations of various strategies, are needed.
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Honey intake has observed beneficial effects on various health aspects like cardiovascular, metabolic risk factors, and wound healing, primarily replacing other sweeteners.
Ellagic acid, commonly found in various plant foods, can enhance cancer treatment by boosting the effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy while reducing their side effects.
Acupuncture has therapeutic potential in management of cancer-related fatigue for cancer survivors.
Acupuncture shows promising evidence in cancer palliative care, particularly in reducing therapy-induced side effects and cancer pain.
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