Treating Multiple Myeloma Naturally

Multiple myeloma is a cancer that commences in plasma cells which are a part of the white blood cells present in the blood circulation. These plasma cells play an important part in the immune system of the body by producing antibodies to help protect the body against infection and damage. In this disease, plasma cells become abnormal and are then termed as myeloma cells, which produce antibodies known as M proteins. These myeloma cells gradually crowd out the normal cells within the bones and produce symptoms in several bones at a time, because of which this condition is termed as multiple myeloma. When myeloma cells collect in one single bone, this mass is known as plasmacytoma.

Multiple myeloma produces symptoms such as weakness, tiredness, frequent infections, frequent thirst, bone pains - especially the back, broken bones, frequent urination, nausea, constipation, anaemia, weight loss, kidney failure, and amyloidosis. Multiple myeloma is diagnosed with the help of tests such as x-rays for bones, high levels of plasma cells and calcium in the blood, M protein and Beta 2 microglobulin, and Bence Jones protein test for 24 hours urine. A bone marrow examination is usually diagnostic of this condition. CT scan, MRI, and PET scan can be utilised to identify the spread of the disease and severity, after which the disease is graded so as to define the treatment plan for this condition. Anticancer drugs, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplantation constitute the conventional treatment for this condition. Overall, response to anticancer drugs and radiation therapy is quite poor, and most patients stop responding after some time.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is especially useful in the treatment of multiple myeloma, since it treats both the original problem in the bone marrow and also treats its associated symptoms. The herbal medicines which are used in the management of this condition have a specific action on the bone marrow and stimulate it to start producing normal plasma and other blood cells. Simultaneously, other medicines are utilised in order to kill and remove the abnormal plasma cells from the blood and the bones. These dead cells are then flushed out from the body either from the gastrointestinal tract or through the kidneys via the urine.

Herbo- mineral medicines can be used in the management of multiple myeloma which normalise the production of red blood cells and white blood cells and thereby treat symptoms such as weakness, tiredness, frequent thirst and anaemia. Removal of the abnormal plasma cells from the bones reduces bone pains and prevents or reduces fracture of bones due to bone weakness. The excess calcium present in the blood is redirected towards the bones to normalise the disturbed metabolism resulting from multiple myeloma. Medicines which remove the debris, dead cancer cells, and generated toxins through the kidneys also have a preserving function on the kidneys so that these are not damaged due to the disease. If the affected individual exhibits symptoms of amyloidosis, this condition needs to be treated separately with Ayurvedic medicines.

Some Ayurvedic medicines which are useful in the management of multiple myeloma include Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis),Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), Abhadi Guggulu, Panch-Tikta-Ghrut Gugglu,Gokshuradi Guggulu and Mahamanjishthadi Qadha. Most individuals affected with multiple myeloma require Ayurvedic treatment for about 9 to 15 months in order to benefit significantly from treatment and obtain considerable relief from this condition. Ayurvedic treatment can definitely bring about a good response in this condition, which has so far proved to be refractory to conventional treatment, and herbal treatment can provide significant improvement in the quality of life as well as survival of affected individuals. Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant contribution to play in the management and treatment of multiple myeloma.

By Abdulmubeen Mundewadi

Can Colostrum Cure Cancer?

This is an important question since according to statistics, Americans are quite vulnerable to cancer diseases. Cancer is a disease that's related to immune system deficiency while Colostrum is well known for its capability to increase our bodies' immune systems. Cancer cells are created in body all the time, but our immune systems kill them before they develop further and become hazardous. The development of Cancer cells indicate that our immune systems don't do their job effectively. These Cancer Cells use this opportunity to expand their invasion in our bodies and spread out of control.

So in order to fight the Cancer, one should strengthen their defense by boosting the immune system in the body. Colostrum is one of the treatments to help boost the immune system. Colostrum contains the antioxidant phytic acid which prevents iron from reaching and nourishing cancer cells.

Colostrum contains many bioactive compounds. Some of these beneficial molecules have been intensively studied for their effects on Cancer Cells growth and Apoptosis (programmed cell death). Recent study conducted by Sweden researchers found that:

Alpha Lactalbumin one of the immune in Colostrum can cause Cancer Cells to commit "suicide". Another study emphasized the inhibition of cancer cell growth and induced apoptosis by Interleukin 4, a cytokine found in colostrum. Natural killer cells that are present in colostrum provide resistance against tumors, however these cells have thus far shown minimal cytotoxic activity. Other components of colostrum that can potentially inhibit the process of carcinogenesis are Tumor Necrosis Factor, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, proline-rich polypeptide (PRP), and TGF-beta like peptide.

Research has shown that increased levels of IGF-1 in the plasma are associated with an increased risk of prostate and breast cancer. However, studies suggest that the higher levels of this hormone in cancer patients are a result of cancer cells over-producing the insulin-like growth factors, not because of an addition of the hormone by an external source.

Although Colostrum has many benefits to Cancer Patients but it doesn't change the DNA. Many humans are predisposed to cancer, and many of us have dormant cancer cells in our body. But however by doing a healthy diet and consuming nutritional supplements such as Colostrum can discourage the proliferation of unhealthy cells.

Another interesting study on Colostrum showed that it produces interferon and peroxidase inside the body. These two substances are responsible to dramatic recovery of many cancer patients.

While the most interesting part comes from DEDI website. According to this site, a group of researchers from DEDI inject a certain untreatable cancer cells to Cows and then let those Cows produce Colostrum that contains specific antibody to kill these untreatable cancer cells. According to them it seemed to work but needed a deeper research, but when the government through FDA heard about this information they close down the operation. But I cannot validate the truth of this story, I leave it to readers to dig more on this information.

So my conclusion is Colostrum has positive impacts on Cancer Patients and can be added to existing cancer treatments. Whether you're suffering from cancer or not, you really should consider to consume Colostrum on regular basis to gain significant improvements to your health. If you're not too sure you'd better consult with your doctor first before taking action.

By Juandy Liem

Tumeric - Spice Up Your Life and Prevent Cancer

In India, the rates of heart disease, Alzheimers disease and cancer are much lower than the United States. It is thought that diet accounts for the differences. One particular yellow spice used in India is gaining a lot of attention from medical researchers.

Turmeric (curcumin) is the Asian spice that turns curry yellow. It is also added to yellow mustard to make it, well yellow. The turmeric plant is a relative of ginger and its medicinal qualities have been known for years. The German Commission E, an authoritative guide to herbal medicines, lists turmeric as effective for stomach (dyspeptic) conditions. Its actions which include increased bile flow and anti-inflammatory actions are well documented in experiments.

Turmeric prevents cystic fibrosis and Alzheimers disease in mice but some of the most impressive data involves cancer. Research at the University of Alabama demonstrated decreased production of the MDM2 cancer protein which then caused prostate cancer cells to die. More studies have demonstrated an impressive array of inhibitory effects on cancer cells at all three phases of carcinogenesis; induction, growth and metastasis (eCAM 2007;4:181). Not only can it prevent cancer formation but it also has activity to decrease cancer cell growth and prevent spread of cancer cells. The data are so impressive there are 7 clinical trials in humans studying the effect of turmeric on cystic fibrosis, chronic psoriasis, colon cancer and pancreatic cancer according to the National Institutes of Health.

So add a little exotic turmeric spice to your life and help prevent disease. Good health never tasted so good.

By Robert Avery M.D. FACP