During cancer treatment, proper nutrition enhances the body's ability to fight the disease and improves treatment outcomes. For survivors, maintaining a balanced diet helps manage long-term side effects and improves quality of life.
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Integrative Oncology Diet & Nutrition Resources
Coming Soon: Demonstration Kitchen at the Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center
At the Morris Cancer Center we are proud to soon offer nutritional education in our dedicated oncology kitchen located on the lower level. Classes will focus on cancer prevention, the treatment journey, and eating well to improve survivorship.
Recommended Websites for Patients Seeking Information on Dietary Supplements & Herbs
Our focus is to identify evidence-based resources and education materials to provide safe guidance on the utilization of dietary herbs, supplements, and probiotics for patients during the cancer journey.
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American Cancer Society: Complementary and Integrative Medicine – Provides general information on complementary and integrative methods as well as dietary supplements.
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MedlinePlus: Herbs and Supplements – Information on the effectiveness, dosage and drug interactions on herbal and dietary supplements. Developed by The National Library of Medicine.
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National Cancer Institute, Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Talking about Complementary and Alternative Medicine with Health Providers – A workbook to be used by patient and provider.
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National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements: Evidence-based information on dietary supplements
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CancerChoices: Supplement and Therapies Database – Find how each supplement or therapy is rated based on medical benefit, improving treatment outcomes and managing side effects.
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National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Information from the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on complementary and integrative health.
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HerbList App – From the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, this app is free and provides access to summaries on over 50 popular herbs. Download from the App Store or Google Play.
Please note that the Rutgers Cancer Institute's Resource and Learning Center does not guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the information available at websites from external links. Address all medical concerns to your healthcare professional.
Please note - many herbs, supplements and probiotics might have beneficial or adverse interactions with your specific oncology treatment. It is important you speak with your medical team (doctors, dietitians, pharmacists, etc.) regarding all supplements (vitamins, minerals, probiotics, digestive enzymes, etc.) and herbal items (teas, supplements) that you use.
Complementary Health Approaches for Cancer Treatment
No complementary approach has been shown to cure cancer or cause it to go into remission. Some products or practices that have been advocated for cancer treatment may interfere with conventional cancer treatments or have other risks.
If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you should consult your health care providers before using any complementary health approach.
Additional Resources
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For more information, contact IntegrativeOncology@rwjbh.org.