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“Administered daily, Gleevec can “contain” cancer growth, which then ceases to be dangerous. We have reached the stage of “cancer without disease,” in the language of Judah Folkman, who discovered angiogenesis.59 It so happens that many herbs and spices act along some of the same lines as Gleevec…” quote by Anonymous
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““Administered daily, Gleevec can “contain” cancer growth, which then ceases to be dangerous. We have reached the stage of “cancer without disease,” in the language of Judah Folkman, who discovered angiogenesis.59 It so happens that many herbs and spices act along some of the same lines as Gleevec. This is true of the labiate family, for example, which includes mint, thyme, marjoram, oregano, basil, and rosemary. They are rich in fatty acids of the terpene family, which makes them particularly fragrant. Terpenes have been shown to act on a wide variety of tumors by reducing the spread of cancer cells or by provoking their death. One of these terpenes—carnosol in rosemary—affects the capacity of cancer cells to invade neighboring tissues. When it is incapable of spreading, cancer loses its virulence. Moreover, researchers at the National Cancer Institute have demonstrated that rosemary extracts help chemotherapy penetrate cancer cells. In tissue cultures, they lower the resistance of breast cancer cells to chemotherapy.60 In Richard Béliveau’s experiments, apigenine—plentiful in parsley and celery—has demonstrated powerful inhibition of the creation of blood vessels, which tumors need to grow, and to a degree comparable to Gleevec. This effect occurs even with very small concentrations, similar to those observed in the blood after consumption of parsley.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Interview: Health and Nutrition Podcast, 2022

Certain herbs contain compounds that mimic cancer drugs, potentially enhancing treatment and reducing tumor spread.

In simple terms: Herbs can act like medicine against cancer.

Key Takeaway

Consider adding culinary herbs to a balanced diet.

Themes

health nutrition medicine cancer herbs research

Mood

hopeful inquisitive

Type

informative practical

When to use this quote

  • diet planning for cancer patients
  • cooking with rosemary
  • research on natural compounds
  • patient education

Key Concepts

phytochemistry angiogenesis inhibition synergy with chemotherapy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What herbs could you incorporate safely?
  • How might you discuss herbal supplements with a doctor?
A Different Perspective

Herb efficacy varies; dosage and bioavailability are uncertain.

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