would not be recommended for those with iron storage disorders like hemochromatosis. Humans along with guinea pigs and fruit bats are the only primates that do not synthe- size their own vitamin C, meaning it must be obtained through the diet or supplement, making it very well tolerated.
It should be noted that not all studies
reveal benefi t with the use of IV vitamin C and chemotherapy. Research is being done to determine the types of cancers and che- motherapeutic agents that work best with IV vitamin C.
Oral vitamin C dosing can impart health
benefi ts including improved iron absorp- tion and immune support, however, doses achieved orally are only physiological, not pharmaceutical level. The studies referred to above are looking at pharmaceutical dosing of vitamin C only achieved via IV adminis- tration. The National Cancer Institute in ad- dition to many other research groups support ongoing trials for integrative and complimen- tary therapies including IV vitamin C and are enrolling patients on a continual basis. If you would like to read more information you can visit the NCI website for more details.
Finding Empowerment The terrain can be overwhelming and initially the landscape feels foreign and terrifying, but once someone fi nds their footing and creates their team, the journey can become empowering, especially with all the tools integrative medicine has to offer. Physicians and researchers are com- mitted to fi nding novel and more effective ways daily. Every new study offers promise of more treatment options, more cures and more health and balance beyond the battle. Dietary support and new approaches with natural therapies are being better studied as we speak. Setting up for success with cancer treatment means fi nding a team, fi nding a plan, supporting the body, mind and spirit through that plan with nutrition, integrative medicine and family support.
Dr. Lauren Young is clinical director and a na- turopathic physician at Collaborative Natural Health Partners, an integrative clinic commit- ted to excellence in primary care and natu- ropathic medicine. Dr. Young has personally worked with hundreds of patients through their cancer treatment and would like to dedicate this article to all those patients who have inspired her to be more empowered and brave. To learn more about Collabora- tive Natural Health Partners in Manchester, CT please visit
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