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The macrobiotic diet in cancer.

Author: BanderaE V, CunninghamJ E, HebertJ R, KushiL H, LermanR H, TeasJ

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Overview

This article discusses the macrobiotic diet, a popular alternative lifestyle approach for cancer. While there is limited research on its effectiveness, the macrobiotic diet may have a reduced cancer risk due to its similarity to dietary recommendations for chronic disease prevention. Further research is needed to clarify its effectiveness in cancer prevention and treatment.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Macrobiotics is one of the most popular alternative or complementary comprehensive lifestyle approaches to cancer. The centerpiece of macrobiotics is a predominantly vegetarian, whole-foods diet that has gained popularity because of remarkable case reports of individuals who attributed recoveries fr...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1093/jn/131.11.3056S

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The Macrobiotic Diet: A Holistic Approach to Cancer

The macrobiotic diet, a philosophy rooted in harmony and balance, offers a holistic approach to health and well-being, much like the interconnectedness of life in a desert ecosystem. This study explores the macrobiotic diet's potential role in cancer prevention and treatment, highlighting its popularity and the evidence linking its dietary principles to reduced cancer risk. The authors acknowledge the limited research on its effectiveness in treating cancer, calling for further investigation.

The Macrobiotic Diet: A Promise of Balance in Cancer

The macrobiotic diet, with its emphasis on whole foods and a plant-based approach, has gained popularity as a complementary therapy for cancer. This study acknowledges the potential benefits of the macrobiotic diet in reducing cancer risk, specifically highlighting its association with lower estrogen levels and its potential role in breast cancer prevention. However, the authors emphasize the need for more rigorous research to evaluate its effectiveness in treating cancer.

Navigating the Desert of Cancer Research

This study underscores the importance of evidence-based research in understanding the potential benefits and limitations of alternative therapies like the macrobiotic diet. While the macrobiotic diet may offer a holistic approach to health and well-being, the authors emphasize the need for further research to definitively assess its effectiveness in cancer prevention and treatment. Navigating the complex landscape of cancer research requires a balanced approach, integrating traditional wisdom with modern scientific methods.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The macrobiotic diet, a philosophy rooted in balance and harmony, has gained popularity as a complementary therapy for cancer. While some evidence suggests it may reduce cancer risk, further research is needed to definitively assess its effectiveness in cancer prevention and treatment. Navigating the complex landscape of cancer research requires a balanced approach, integrating traditional wisdom with modern scientific methods.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2001-12-19
  2. Date Revised 2018-05-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

11694648

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1093/jn/131.11.3056S

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