Copyright (c) 2013 Thomas Jefferson University All rights reserved. http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim Recent documents in Topics in Integrative Medicine en-us Fri, 22 Feb 2013 17:06:44 PST 3600 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/13 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/13 Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:02:15 PST An important philosophical principle of integrative medicine is the interrelationship of physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of health. This article describes mind-body influences and interactions, and presents some of the evidence that supports it.

]]> http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/12 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/12 Mon, 21 Aug 2006 13:33:47 PDT Several issues are addressed in this discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of supplemental anti-oxidants during cancer treatment with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/11 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/11 Thu, 27 Jul 2006 11:32:31 PDT Discusses the concept of cellular differentiation as an important anti-cancer mechanism and the data that supports the use of retinoids, vitamin D and other products for this purpose.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/7 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/7 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:34 PDT Medicinal mushrooms have been recommended for centuries in Asia. Specific types of mushrooms are presented, as well as evidence for their immunopotentiating effects and their use as adjuvant therapy for specific types of cancer.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/8 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/8 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:34 PDT Fatty acids have specific biological response modifier effects. These effects are discussed in relation to anti-inflammatory properties, and for the prevention and adjuvant treatment of cancer.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/10 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/10 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:34 PDT Mistletoe (Viscum album) may be the most commonly used complementary cancer therapy in Europe today. Background information and important questions are presented.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/5 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/5 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:33 PDT Presents a model and discussion of an integrative medicine approach to cancer which includes conventional treatment, diet, nutraceuticals, lifestyle factors, psychosocial-spiritual factors, and constitutional therapies.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/6 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/6 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:33 PDT Milk thistle is a commonly used herb for hepatic function and disorders. The evidence for its effects in liver disease is presented, as well as its potential use in cancer treatment.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/3 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/3 Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:04:32 PDT Illustrates the principles and practice of Integrative Medicine in the treatment of colon cancer.

]]> Clinic Staff http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/2 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/jmbcim/2 Mon, 24 Jul 2006 12:03:48 PDT Relaxation techniques and stress management are a cornerstone of integrative medicine. This 10-minute guided meditation is a good example of techniques used in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program that is offered through the Jefferson Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine.

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