Once you are diagnosed
with breast cancer, the first thing you like to do is start exploring alternative treatment for
breast cancer that you can follow along with the
conventional medication methods. The supplement traditional healthcare options
include detoxification diets, acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine,
antioxidants and more. At times cancer patients use alternative treatment for
easing the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, to relieve pain and even
to improve the quality of life.
However, it is important
to keep in mind that not all such alternative treatments are safe, although
they can be effective. So prior to using these therapies and treatment options
you must consult your doctor first.
1.
Special
Diet Treatment
In any disease, a healthy
diet goes a long way in boosting immunity and helping the body fight the
disease. So, in the case of cancer too, you should eat well. Coming to breast
cancer, women taking anticancer drugs should take special diet and should avoid
foods that are salt-cured, pickled, smoked, and contain high-fat. Instead, you
should replace them with more fruits, plant-based foods, and vegetables.
2.
Antioxidant
Supplements
Antioxidant supplements
lower the risk of all types of cancer as it protects the body from free
radicals and their damage. It is also a highly effective alternative treatment for
pancreatic cancer. To make sure that the body gets enough
antioxidants, your diet should contain dietary antioxidants in a high amount
including beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin C, Lycopene, and vitamin E. Foods
that are rich in these antioxidants include wild blueberries, goji berries,
kidney beans, dark chocolate, and pecans.
3. Therapy For Mind And Body
Therapy for mind and body makes your mind positive and gives rest to the
traumatized body. Some therapies that can help both your mind and body from the
cancer pain include music therapy, art therapy, yoga, meditation, reiki,
aromatherapy, and tai chi.