Hi all
Am really unsure about supplements. In my experience oncs don’t like supplements and don’t give any advice other than don’t bother taking them!
I’m currently taking taxol and a supplement called AHCC and also B17. Have done extensive research on these but am still a bit unsure. Is anyone taking these or has anyone tried milk thistle?
Any advice appreciated !
Jo x
Hi sjamitch
While you are waiting for some replies to your post I’ve attached a link to our publication on complementary therapies:
www2.breastcancercare.org.uk/sites/default/files/comp_therapies_bcc55_web.pdf
I hope this is of some help.
Very best wishes
Janet
BCC Moderator
Hi Sjamitch
I take supplements, Omega 3, Vit D3, potassium. Magnesium, kelp (iodine), Q Co10 enzyme, selenium, Vit A, zinc, calcium, indole3 carbinole during chemo. My consultant said it is OK. I also take reishi mushrooms extracts. I have read the book about B17 and bitter apricot kernels, it is fantastic how many people are helped by it, but I read that it must not be taken when you are having chemo. You can take it 2 months after chemo for “maintenance” but must take it together with zinc, because zinc is the vehicle for B17. There are many other supplements that have givrn many people long term remission. Indole3 carbinole is one of them. I am thinking about B-17 too ?. Good luck. Xx
Do you know the reason for not taking b17 while on chemo?
HI
I am taking IP6 …an immune boosting supplement
vit c, d
apriot kernals
epicor
omega 3,6,9
and a mineral supplement.
it normal for me.
Hi all, here’s some information from our clinical team regarding some of the treatments discussed in this thread which we hope you will find helpful:
Many people ask about taking vitamin and herbal supplements after a diagnosis of breast cancer. People often a believe that they are safe to take alongside conventional treatments, as they are considered natural products. However, some may interfere with chemotherapy, or other treatments, and as herbal treatments don’t have to comply with the same regulations and rigorous testing that conventional medicines do, there is a lack of research to support their use and potential benefits.
Talking to your hospital team about any supplements you are considering taking can help you decide whether to go ahead. The following links may be useful in providing more information.
Best wishes
Lucy BCC