Adjunctive Cancer Care

Alternate Cancer Therapy in Calgary

One of the most frequently used intravenous therapies, high-dose Vitamin C IVs is a mainstay in the comprehensive and collaborative treatment of cancer. In contrast to taking vitamin C by mouth, high dose Vitamin C IVs can achieve significantly higher serum concentrations, thus providing multiple beneficial effects. Ongoing research continues to offer additional evidence of these benefits in a cancer setting and beyond.

Specific to certain types of cancers, additional intravenous therapies may be employed to enhance existing therapies, improve quality of life, and/or mitigate side effects of conventional care. These therapies may often provide additional benefits over and above standard therapy alone, with emerging evidence of improved survival outcomes with selective therapies.

There is a wide variety of applicable nutrients and other compounds found in high-quality supplements. These substances – either naturally derived or synthetically produced – have shown to have numerous therapeutic benefits for cancer patients! Examples may include modulation of the immune system, controlling inflammation, balancing metabolism, or helping to mitigate side effects of conventional care.

Diet and lifestyle factors are some of the most important aspects of a comprehensive cancer care plan. Dietary modification, as appropriate, can confer significant benefit not only in the treatment of active cancer but also as a preventative measure. Lifestyle can be equally important in the treatment and prevention of cancer, helping support healthy activity, mood, and sleep and stress levels.

With each individual treatment plan, we aim to be comprehensive in our approach, addressing multiple contributing factors to your overall health and wellness. In this regard, additional recommendations may be included in a treatment plan, such as counselling, nutritional consultations, referral for additional cancer-specific therapies, and more.