GREEN TEA.

Green tea is a wise choice for people who want to stay cancer free. It has a high content of polyphenols, a type of antioxidant very effective at reducing the concentration of cancer-causing free radicals. Asian men who customarily drink several cups of green tea every day, have a very low incidence of prostate cancer and cancer-related death in general.

....from Check Up. West Coast Publishing. (Issue 25).

* It is possible to buy green tea extract suppplements. I use EGCG MAX from AOR. (Calgary, Alberta, Canada).

A NEW BOOK....HEALING CANCER.

I have just read a new book which I found in my local library: Healing Cancer, by Dr. Abram Hoffer with Linus Pauling. (2004), CCNM Press. I believe it is of value to persons with cancer. The back cover of the book summarizes:

"Healing Cancer not only refutes critics of megavitamin treatment for cancer through the evidence of Dr. Hoffer's case studies and Dr. Pauling's statistical analysis, but. more importantly, offers new hope to cancer patients for surviving this disease. Featuring hundreds of case studies, this book will be of value not only to cancer patients but also to healthcare professionals."

CENTRE FOR INTEGRATED HEALING - FACTS

(I get many questions about this valuable resource that is mentioned frequently in my story).

What We Do:

The Centre for Integrated Healing provides an integrated whole person approach to health with a specific focus on individuals living with cancer. Our medical doctors `coach' patients to explore and learn about a variety of wellness approaches to health and healing in addition to conventional cancer treatment. Our integrated cancer care model, which engages people in their own care, improves quality of life and reduces the likelihood of cancer recurrence.

Well-established Reputation:

· Co-founded in 1997 by Dr. Hal Gunn and Dr. R. Rogers, with +35 years combined cancer care experience.
· In 2001, Dr. R. Rogers was Order of B.C. recipient for his pioneering work in integrated cancer care
· Not-for-profit organization
· Provincially funded Medical Doctors
· Served over 3,000 cancer patients to date
· Capacity for 450 new cancer patients per year
· Canada's only government funded Integrated Cancer Care centre

CIH Eight Step Patient Approach:

1. `Fireside Chat' with a Medical Doctor -At the Centre, every Monday at 3:00pm with a medical doctor in attendance to answer questions. No appointment needed.
2. Introduction to Integrated Healing Program (Two Days) - Introduction to the Foundations of Health - such as fitness, rest and relaxation, proper nutrition and stress reduction. With this information the patient begins to develop an Individualized Cancer Care Plan. The program is held biweekly. (Refer to back page for specific details.)
3. Vitamin Consultation - Half hour appointment with a medical doctor to review the vitamins and supplements that a patient is taking and to ensure that these are safely integrated with their conventional treatments and medical condition.
4. Extended Medical Doctor Consultation(s) - One and a half hours to review history and provide the necessary coaching to help a patient continue to define their health goals and actions to achieve and maintain a healthier lifestyle. The doctor reviews complementary cancer care and discusses what can be safely integrated into an Individualized Cancer Care Plan. Example: fitness, relaxation, healthy nutrition.
5. Patient Research - Access to our website and extensive library of resource books and articles.
6. Classes - All Core Health classes are available to CIH cancer patients at no cost. Our classes include Nutrition Consultation and Cooking, Relaxation and Visualization, Meditation, Yoga and Support Groups.
7. Complementary Associate Practitioners - For fee consultations are available from a Naturopathic Doctor, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Massage Therapist, and Music Therapist.
8.Follow-up Medical Doctor Consultations -To answer questions pertaining to a patient's personal research and put their Individualized Cancer Care Plan into action.

Where to Contact for More Information:

· For more information or to register for the two day Introduction to Integrated Healing Program call 604-734-7125 Ext 221 or email mailto:healing@

Suite 200, 1330 West 8 th'' Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 4A6 Tel: 604.734.7125 http://www.healinq.bc.ca/

MORE ON POMEGRANATE JUICE.

A new study published in October 2005 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Early Edition shows why pomegranates should be part of every man's menu. The reason? The juice from the red kernels has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, capable of fighting prostate cancer. Laboratory studies have shown that pomegranate juice extract is capable of slowing cancer progression, lowering the PSA level, and inducing the synthesis of two powerful tumour-fighting proteins. The study's authors suggested that pomegranate juice may excercise chemo-preventative effects, in combination with its chemo- therapeutic ones - hence the recommended use for human consumption.

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...from Check Up. West Coast Publishing. (Issue 25).

A MORNING COCKTAIL

Every morning I take my supplement regimen with a prostate cancer cocktail I have developed as follows:

* 2 teaspoons of Greens Rx.

* 1/8 cup of pomegrenate juice (no sugar added ).

* 1 large tablespoon of tomato paste.

* V8 juice to fill the glass and mix well.

PESTICIDES.

A big culprit in prostate cancer in particular and cancer in general, is the presence of pesticides on almost every type of conventionally-grown produce. Pesticides are big sources of xenoestrogens, chemical substances resembling hormones, which can wreak havoc in the human body. Bottom line: Go Organic. As the Vancouver researcher Lurie puts it, " Anyone who has a prostate or breasts should eat organic."


...from Check Up. West Coast Publishing. (Issue 25).

EATING SOY.

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Eat soy in order to get some protein. Not every soy product though. It should be organic soy products, since the genetically modified ones may pose other yet-unknown health problems. Some soy products present in Asian diets have been shown to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth. Asian men who move to Western countries develop a higher risk for prostate cancer, which suggests that diet makes a difference to prostate cancer.

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...from: Check Up. West Coast Publishing. (Issue 25).

WHAT YOU EAT IS IMPORTANT.

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According to a new study published in September of this year. high levels of triglycerides may be one trigger for prostate cancer. " Eating a diet high in animal products will almost double the risk of prostate cancer," says Dr. Vince Lurie (ND), a naturopathic physician at Alta Vista Naturopathic Clinic in Vancouver, B.C. Highly refined foods in general, he says, should be avoided, as they increase the levels of triglycerides in the body, leading to prostate problems as well as other chronic diseases.

...from: Check Up. West Coast Publishing (Issue 25).

ANTI CANCER VEGETABLES: ADVICE FROM SALLY ERREY (NUTRITIONIST).

Veggies
Lots! But with some exceptions, the "above ground" type or portion. To absorb their carotenoids you'll need some oil with the veggie. Any amount; dark colored ones are best. Fresh & little processed [steamed] is preferred.Go easy on the rapidly absorbed starchy carbs from potatoes. The colored ones have many types of carotenoid [like vitamin A] & flavonoids [phytochemicals] that prevent all kinds of unhappy events (cancer, heart & vascular trouble, strokes, etc). Especially the "above-ground" portions of veggies has fiber, slow-release energy and no fat. Cabbage, broccoli & Brussels sprouts are anti-cancer. Garlic is heart-healthy.
5 to 10 portions of -fruits and veggies daily.

(From: Sally Errey, February 2006, Nutrition Newsletter