Books

Beating Cancer with Nutrition by Patrick Quillin, Ph.D., RD, CNS (2005, Nutrition Times Press)

How to Prevent and Treat Cancer with Natural Medicine by Michael Murray (2003, Riverhead Books)

Knockout: Interviews with Doctors Who Are Curing Cancer—And How to Prevent Getting it in the First Place by Suzanne Somers (2009, Three Rivers Press)

Metabolic Approach to Cancer by Nasha Winters and Jess Higgins Kelley (2017, Chelsea Green Publishing)

The Definitive Guide to Cancer by Lise Alschuler, ND & Karolyn A. Gazella (2010, Celestial Arts)

Tripping Over the Truth: The Metabolic Guide to Cancer by Travis Christopherson (2017, Chelsea Green Publishing)

Websites

• Imaginis at www.imaginis.com is an independent resource for comprehensive information and news on breast cancer and related women’s health topics. In addition to basic information about cancer, it provides information about alternative/complementary treatments and a listing of resources and support.

• American Institute for Cancer Research at www.aicr.org provides information on food, diet and its relation to preventing and treating cancer. AICR offers a Nutrition Hotline (1-800-843-8114) MondayFriday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, a free service that allows you to ask a registered dietitian questions about diet, nutrition and cancer.

• Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D. writes detailed reports on a wide variety of cancers and situations. Many people have found these reports to be an extremely helpful way of rapidly gaining knowledge in a difficult field. The reports are available for sale at www.cancerdecisions.com.

• Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies at bcct.ngo is a platform that connects cancer patients (and those who care for them) with information about integrative therapies, with the mission to inform choice in integrative cancer care.

• Asbestos.com at www.asbestos.com is a resource for anyone diagnosed or concerned about mesothelioma. In addition to helpful information about the disease and treatment options, this website also includes resources for veterans and legal options.

Support

Studies have shown that support groups characterized by open and honest sharing are associated with increased longevity and decreased rate of disease recurrence.

The American Cancer Society’s website has online search tools for finding resources and support near you. Go to http://www.cancer.org/treatment/supportprogramsservices/index. You can also try doing an internet search for cancer support groups in your area.

There are also many online support options available:

• The American Cancer Society has an online support community at www.whatnext.com.
• CancerCare offers both online and telephone support groups as well as counseling, workshops and financial and co-pay assistance. Find them at www.cancercare.org.
• National Comprehensive Cancer Network at www.nccn.org features some of the world’s leading cancer centers as well as numerous advocacy and support group options.

Practitioners

Many people choose to compliment their conventional treatment with the services of other holistic practitioners. There are many Naturopathic Physicians, Functional Medicine Doctors and Acupuncturists who can work in conjunction with your primary doctor to help support your cancer treatment. The following resources can help to guide you to reputable holistic practitioners.

Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians – www.oncanp.org

Society for Integrative Oncology – www.integrativeonc.org

Cancer Treatment Centers of America have five treatment facilities throughout the United States. They offer integrative approaches to cancer treatment based on up-to-date information that combines conventional and alternative therapies. Available at www.cancercenter.com or at 1-800-931-0599.

American Association of Naturopathic Physicians – www.naturopathic.org

Institute for Functional Medicine – www.integrativeonc.org

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) is a national professional level certification board for acupuncturists and those practicing oriental medicine. To find a certified acupuncturist or oriental medicine practitioner near you go to www.nccaom.org

Learning More about Cancer Treatments and Treatment Centers

There is an enormous amount of information regarding cancer treatments around the world. It is a good idea to do research into these treatments and facilities. The following is a list of resources that can help you evaluate the many different options:

• Third Opinion: An International Directory to Alternative Therapy Centers for the Treatment of Cancer & Other Degenerative Diseases (4th Edition) by John M. Fink (2005, Square One Publishers)

• Options: The Alternative Cancer Therapy Book by Richard Walters (1993, Paragon Press)

More Information

Dr Jacob Schor is a retired naturopathic physician who specialized in cancer treatment. You can access all of his informative and entertaining newsletters at https://drjacobschor.wordpress.com/

Five to Thrive®, available at https://www.ithriveplan.com/, is a multi-media educational initiative created by Dr. Lise Alschuler and Karolyn A. Gazella that features the iTHRIVE Plan informational website, books, a radio show, videos, social media and presentations.