By shifting the focus from "what to avoid" to "what to include," oncological functional nutrition empowers patients to use their plate as a proactive tool in their therapeutic journey.
: Managing insulin levels and glycemic load, as high insulin can act as a growth factor for certain cancers. Oncological Functional Nutrition: Phytochemical...
: Chronic inflammation is a known driver of cancer progression. Curcumin (from turmeric) and quercetin (found in onions and apples) inhibit pro-inflammatory pathways, such as NF-κB, creating an environment less conducive to tumor growth. By shifting the focus from "what to avoid"
Phytochemicals are bioactive nutrient compounds found in plants that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. In the context of oncology, they act as "biological response modifiers" that can influence the various stages of carcinogenesis. such as NF-κB