Herbs or Natural Products That Decrease Cancer Growth: Part One of a Four-Part Series

Muriel J. Montbriand

ONF 2004, 31(4), E75-E90. DOI: 10.1188/04.ONF.E75-E90

Purpose/Objectives: To provide evidence-based research information about 31 herbs and natural products that have shown potential in early research to decrease cancer growth or as adjuncts with cancer treatment.

Data Sources: Names of herbs and natural products with potential to decrease cancer growth have been selected from listings in the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database and Lawrence Review of Natural Products-Monograph System. Information about these herbs has been found in evidence-based studies cited in references.

Data Synthesis: In preliminary studies, 31 herbs and natural products appear to have potential for cancer treatment.

Conclusions: This preliminary evidence may be useful to healthcare professionals and patients with cancer.

Implications for Nursing: The information in this article is designed to provide quick access for healthcare professionals working in clinical oncology. Oncology nurses who have this information can become resources for patients and other healthcare professionals.

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