Over the past several decades, I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of people prevent cancer, reclaim their health, and in many cases, live far beyond their prognosis — even when the odds were stacked against them. What I’ve learned is this: the human body has an incredible capacity to heal when it’s given the right tools.
Whether you're focused on prevention or you're actively fighting cancer, hope is real — and healing is possible.
The most powerful approach I’ve seen is the combination of a Nutritarian diet with a carefully selected supplement plan. This isn’t about quick fixes or false promises. It’s about science-based nutrition and targeted support that works with your body to restore function, strengthen defenses, and help you thrive. Whether conventional chemotherapy, immunotherapy or hormonal therapy is recommended by your team of physicians – this Nutritarian Protocol is powerful nutritional immunotherapy that can make a big difference.
Why Supplements Matter – Especially Alongside a Nutritarian Diet
While nutrient-rich foods and my anti-cancer meal plan form the foundation of healing, specific supplements can amplify those benefits. They support the body in crucial ways — boosting immune function, protecting healthy cells, promoting detoxification, and enhancing cellular repair.
Together, this combination gives you the best possible defense against cancer — and the greatest opportunity for long-term recovery and vibrant health. Below are the supplements I’ve researched and personally recommend — many of which I’ve formulated myself to assure the highest standard of excellence— plus a few additional products from trusted partners in the natural health space.
My Complete Greens formula contains what you need from a multivitamin. Plus it is rich in cruciferous greens and sprouts — some of nature’s most potent cancer-fighting foods. These powerful plant compounds help neutralize carcinogens, promote healthy cell turnover, and support detox pathways. It’s a staple I recommend daily for a multivitamin and a boost of superfoods and disease-fighting plant proteins.
Omega-3s DHA and EPA are essential for brain health, vision, and controlling inflammation—but most people, especially those who don’t eat fish, fall short. While flax, chia, and walnuts provide short-chain omega-3s, the body rarely converts enough into DHA and EPA. Dr. Fuhrman’s DHA & EPA Purity is a 100% vegan, algae-based solution that delivers the long-chain omega-3s your body needs. It’s lab-grown, ultra-pure, and refrigerated until shipment to ensure peak freshness—because rancid fish oils don’t protect your health like fresh ones do.
Protect your body at the cellular level with Ultra Cell Biotect, a powerful blend of antioxidant-rich superfoods and phytochemicals designed to support DNA integrity, healthy aging, and cardiovascular wellness. This advanced formula features a highly absorbable and researched type of green tea extract which offers enhanced absorption and DNA protection, capsicum annuum to further amplify absorption of these compounds and a heavily studied Curcumin C3 complex derived from turmeric for potent antioxidant benefits, and enhanced immune activation for recognition of abnormal cells. Black turmeric helps activate longevity pathways, support metabolic health, and promote healthy aging, while grape seed extract delivers an extra boost of antioxidants. Together, these ingredients work synergistically to neutralize harmful free radicals and strengthen your body’s natural defenses. These are compounds demonstrated in scientific studies to be an antagonist to the AHR receptor which is abnormally overexpressed in cancer cells. Blocking AHR in abnormal tissues can reduce replication and invasiveness and spread of cells from the primary tumor.
Immune Biotect is a powerful daily formula combining immune-enhancing mushrooms, antioxidant-rich berries, and botanicals to keep your body resilient. It features nine organic medicinal mushrooms—including Reishi, Maitake, and Turkey Tail—for broad-spectrum immune support and added beta-glucans to boost immune cell activity. Elderberry, blueberry, raspberry, and goji berry extracts deliver potent anthocyanins and polyphenols to defend against oxidative stress and support a healthy microbiome. Astragalus root adds extra protection, helping your body adapt and thrive in the face of immune challenges. Mushroom extracts reduce estrogen stimulation of tissues and reduce angiogenesis, important in prevention, recovery and survival.
Want to take your nutrition to the next level? Sprouting is one of the most effective ways to boost your intake of anti-cancer compounds — right from your own kitchen.
The Sprouter, available from The Sprouting Company, makes it easy, safe, and beautiful to grow your own sprouts. It’s made from dishwasher-safe glass and designed to sit right on your countertop.
Why grow your own?
Sprouted legumes like mung beans and lentils are higher in vitamin C, antioxidants, and protein than unsprouted ones.
Cruciferous sprouts, such as broccoli sprouts, contain sky-high levels of isothiocyanates — the cancer-fighting compounds found in vegetables like broccoli and kale.
Sprouting improves digestibility and helps break down compounds that cause gas or bloating in some people.
Adding fresh sprouts to your meals is one of the most nutrient-dense — and affordable — upgrades you can make.
Marketed for men over 50, Prostabel offers targeted support using plant extracts Pao pereira and Rauwolfia vomitoria — both studied for their ability to promote apoptosis (natural cell death) in abnormal cells and protect prostate health during times of elevated cancer risk.
However, though as the name of this supplement implies, it marketed to men with prostate issues, it has the same or similar benefits for other hormonally sensitive cancers, meaning breast and ovarian cancer too. These herbs have been heavily studied to inhibit cell replication for all these common cancers.
Haelan 951 – Fermented Soy for Immune & Cellular Repair
A fermented soy concentrate packed with isoflavones, peptides, and anti-inflammatory compounds, Haelan 951 is ideal during cancer treatment or recovery. It supports gut health, detoxification, and cellular repair — all essential for healing. It also has demonstrated anti-estrogen and anti-cell replication effects.
Metatrol – Fermented Wheat Germ for Cellular Metabolism
One of the most researched natural compounds in cancer support, Metatrol® helps normalize the metabolism of rapidly dividing cells and boosts immune function. I often recommend this to patients seeking non-toxic options alongside conventional care.
PectaSol-C – Modified Citrus Pectin for Detox and Cell Health
PectaSol-C is the only clinically validated citrus pectin that binds and blocks Galectin-3 — a protein linked to cancer progression, inflammation, and fibrosis. It also supports detox and healthy cellular behavior.
There Is Hope — Even with a Cancer Diagnosis
If you or someone you love is facing a cancer diagnosis, please don’t lose hope. I’ve seen people who were given just months to live go on to enjoy years — even decades — of full, vibrant life. Your body is capable of remarkable things when supported properly.
A Nutritarian lifestyle combined with targeted supplementation is one of the most powerful healing strategies available. And you don’t have to do this alone.
Eveleigh ER, Coneyworth LJ, Avery A, Welham SJM. Vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores: How does dietary choice influence iodine intake? A systematic review. Nutrients. 2020;12.
Foster M, Chu A, Petocz P, Samman S. Effect of vegetarian diets on zinc status: A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies in humans. J Sci Food Agric. 2013;93:2362–2371.
Pang J, Zhang Z, Zheng TZ, et al. Green tea consumption and risk of cardiovascular and ischemic-related diseases: A meta-analysis. Int J Cardiol. 2016;202:967–974.
Tran HH, Mansoor M, Butt SRR, et al. Impact of green tea consumption on the prevalence of cardiovascular outcomes: A systematic review. Cureus. 2023;15:e49775.
Tang N, Wu Y, Zhou B, et al. Green tea, black tea consumption and risk of lung cancer: A meta-analysis. Lung Cancer. 2009;65:274–283.
Ogunleye AA, Xue F, Michels KB. Green tea consumption and breast cancer risk or recurrence: A meta-analysis. Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2010;119:477–484.
Harris WS, Tintle NL, Imamura F, et al. Blood n-3 fatty acid levels and total and cause-specific mortality from 17 prospective studies. Nat Commun. 2021;12:2329.
Wei BZ, Li L, Dong CW, et al. The relationship of omega-3 fatty acids with dementia and cognitive decline: Evidence from prospective cohort studies of supplementation, dietary intake, and blood markers. Am J Clin Nutr. 2023.
von Schacky C. Importance of EPA and DHA blood levels in brain structure and function. Nutrients. 2021;13:1074.
Dyall SC. Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids and the brain: A review of the independent and shared effects of EPA, DPA, and DHA. Front Aging Neurosci. 2015;7:52.
DiNicolantonio JJ, O'Keefe JH. The importance of marine omega-3s for brain development and the prevention and treatment of behavior, mood, and other brain disorders. Nutrients. 2020;12.
Larrieu T, Laye S. Food for mood: Relevance of nutritional omega-3 fatty acids for depression and anxiety. Front Physiol. 2018;9:1047.
Calder PC. Omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory processes. Nutrients. 2010;2:355–374.
Liao Y, Xie B, Zhang H, et al. Efficacy of omega-3 PUFAs in depression: A meta-analysis. Transl Psychiatry. 2019;9:190.
Davis BC, Kris-Etherton PM. Achieving optimal essential fatty acid status in vegetarians: Current knowledge and practical implications. Am J Clin Nutr. 2003;78:640S–646S.
Sarter B, Kelsey KS, Schwartz TA, Harris WS. Blood docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid in vegans: Associations with age and gender and effects of an algal-derived omega-3 fatty acid supplement. Clin Nutr. 2014.
Ultra Cell – References
Wang ZM, Zhou B, Wang YS, et al. Black and green tea consumption and the risk of coronary artery disease: a meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr. 2011;93:506–515.
Arab L, Liu W, Elashoff D. Green and black tea consumption and risk of stroke: a meta-analysis. Stroke. 2009;40:1786–1792.
Tang N, Wu Y, Zhou B, et al. Green tea, black tea consumption and risk of lung cancer: a meta-analysis. Lung Cancer. 2009;65:274–283.
Sun CL, Yuan JM, Koh WP, Yu MC. Green tea, black tea and breast cancer risk: a meta-analysis of epidemiological studies. Carcinogenesis. 2006;27:1310–1315.
Ogunleye AA, Xue F, Michels KB. Green tea consumption and breast cancer risk or recurrence: a meta-analysis. Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2010;119:477–484.
Khan N, Adhami VM, Mukhtar H. Green tea polyphenols in chemoprevention of prostate cancer: Preclinical and clinical studies. Nutr Cancer. 2009;61:836–841.
Zheng J, Yang B, Huang T, et al. Green tea and black tea consumption and prostate cancer risk: An exploratory meta-analysis of observational studies. Nutr Cancer. 2011;1–10.
Kuriyama S, Shimazu T, Ohmori K, et al. Green tea consumption and mortality due to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all causes in Japan: the Ohsaki study. JAMA. 2006;296:1255–1265.
Iso H, Date C, Wakai K, et al. The relationship between green tea and total caffeine intake and risk for self-reported type 2 diabetes among Japanese adults. Ann Intern Med. 2006;144:554–562.
Singh BN, Shankar S, Srivastava RK. Green tea catechin, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG): mechanisms, perspectives and clinical applications. Biochem Pharmacol. 2011;82:1807–1821.
Pietta P, Simonetti P, Gardana C, et al. Relationship between rate and extent of catechin absorption and plasma antioxidant status. Biochem Mol Biol Int. 1998;46:895–903.
Belcaro G, Ledda A, Hu S, et al. Greenselect Phytosome for borderline metabolic syndrome. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:869061.
Morre DM, Morre DJ. Catechin-vanilloid synergies with potential clinical applications in cancer. Rejuvenation Res. 2006;9:45–55.
Singh S, Aggarwal BB. Activation of transcription factor NF-κB is suppressed by curcumin (diferuloylmethane). J Biol Chem. 1995;270:24995–25000.
Sandur SK, Pandey MK, Sung B, et al. Curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin, tetrahydrocurcumin and turmerones differentially regulate anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative responses through a ROS-independent mechanism. Carcinogenesis. 2007;28:1765–1773.
Aggarwal BB. Nuclear factor-κB: the enemy within. Cancer Cell. 2004;6:203–208.
Shoba G, Joy D, Joseph T, et al. Influence of piperine on the pharmacokinetics of curcumin in animals and human volunteers. Planta Med. 1998;64:353–356.
Mirzabeigi P, Mohammadpour AH, Salarifar M, et al. The effect of curcumin on some traditional and non-traditional cardiovascular risk factors: A pilot randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Iran J Pharm Res. 2015;14:479–486.
Panahi Y, Alishiri GH, Parvin S, Sahebkar A. Mitigation of systemic oxidative stress by curcuminoids in osteoarthritis: Results of a randomized controlled trial. J Diet Suppl. 2016;13:209–220.
Panahi Y, Hosseini MS, Khalili N, et al. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of curcuminoid-piperine combination in subjects with metabolic syndrome: A randomized controlled trial and an updated meta-analysis. Clin Nutr. 2015;34:1101–1108.
Panahi Y, Rahimnia AR, Sharafi M, et al. Curcuminoid treatment for knee osteoarthritis: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Phytother Res. 2014.
Horigome S, Yoshida I, Ito S, et al. Inhibitory effects of Kaempferia parviflora extract on monocyte adhesion and cellular reactive oxygen species production in human umbilical vein endothelial cells. Eur J Nutr. 2015.
Nakata A, Koike Y, Matsui H, et al. Potent SIRT1 enzyme-stimulating and anti-glycation activities of polymethoxyflavonoids from Kaempferia parviflora. Nat Prod Commun. 2014;9:1291–1294.
Shimada N, Nakata A, Yang J, et al. Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of Kaempferia parviflora extract (SIRTMAX®) in humans: A randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover clinical study. Jpn Pharmacol Ther. 2015;43:997–1005.
Gu L, Kelm MA, Hammerstone JF, et al. Concentrations of proanthocyanidins in common foods and estimations of normal consumption. J Nutr. 2004;134:613–617.
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Belcaro G, Ledda A, Hu S, et al. Grape seed procyanidins in pre- and mild hypertension: A registry study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:313142.
Immune Biotect – References
Chan GC, Chan WK, Sze DM. The effects of beta-glucan on human immune and cancer cells. J Hematol Oncol. 2009;2:25.
Borchers AT, Krishnamurthy A, Keen CL, et al. The immunobiology of mushrooms. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2008;233:259–276.
Vannucci L, Krizan J, Sima P, et al. Immunostimulatory properties and antitumor activities of glucans: A review. Int J Oncol. 2013;43:357–364.
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Dai X, Stanilka JM, Rowe CA, et al. Consuming Lentinula edodes (shiitake) mushrooms daily improves human immunity: A randomized dietary intervention in healthy young adults. J Am Coll Nutr. 2015;34:478–487.
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Prostabel
PCT/US2005/017541.
Liu J, Fang T, Li M, et al. Pao Pereira extract attenuates testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats by inhibiting 5α-reductase. Sci Rep. 2019;9:19703. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-56145-z
Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, who specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. Dr. Fuhrman coined the term “Nutritarian” to describe his longevity-promoting, nutrient dense, plant-rich eating style.
For over 30 years, Dr. Fuhrman has shown that it is possible to achieve sustainable weight loss and reverse heart disease, diabetes and many other illnesses using smart nutrition. In his medical practice, and through his books and PBS television specials, he continues to bring this life-saving message to hundreds of thousands of people around the world.
The Anti-Cancer Plan: Dr. Fuhrman’s Proven Protocol
April 29, 2025 by Joel Fuhrman, MD
Over the past several decades, I’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of people prevent cancer, reclaim their health, and in many cases, live far beyond their prognosis — even when the odds were stacked against them. What I’ve learned is this: the human body has an incredible capacity to heal when it’s given the right tools.
Whether you're focused on prevention or you're actively fighting cancer, hope is real — and healing is possible.
The most powerful approach I’ve seen is the combination of a Nutritarian diet with a carefully selected supplement plan. This isn’t about quick fixes or false promises. It’s about science-based nutrition and targeted support that works with your body to restore function, strengthen defenses, and help you thrive. Whether conventional chemotherapy, immunotherapy or hormonal therapy is recommended by your team of physicians – this Nutritarian Protocol is powerful nutritional immunotherapy that can make a big difference.
Why Supplements Matter – Especially Alongside a Nutritarian Diet
While nutrient-rich foods and my anti-cancer meal plan form the foundation of healing, specific supplements can amplify those benefits. They support the body in crucial ways — boosting immune function, protecting healthy cells, promoting detoxification, and enhancing cellular repair.
Together, this combination gives you the best possible defense against cancer — and the greatest opportunity for long-term recovery and vibrant health. Below are the supplements I’ve researched and personally recommend — many of which I’ve formulated myself to assure the highest standard of excellence— plus a few additional products from trusted partners in the natural health space.
Foundational Anti-Cancer Supplements
Complete Greens
My Complete Greens formula contains what you need from a multivitamin. Plus it is rich in cruciferous greens and sprouts — some of nature’s most potent cancer-fighting foods. These powerful plant compounds help neutralize carcinogens, promote healthy cell turnover, and support detox pathways. It’s a staple I recommend daily for a multivitamin and a boost of superfoods and disease-fighting plant proteins.
DHA & EPA Purity
Omega-3s DHA and EPA are essential for brain health, vision, and controlling inflammation—but most people, especially those who don’t eat fish, fall short. While flax, chia, and walnuts provide short-chain omega-3s, the body rarely converts enough into DHA and EPA. Dr. Fuhrman’s DHA & EPA Purity is a 100% vegan, algae-based solution that delivers the long-chain omega-3s your body needs. It’s lab-grown, ultra-pure, and refrigerated until shipment to ensure peak freshness—because rancid fish oils don’t protect your health like fresh ones do.
Ultra Cell Biotect
Protect your body at the cellular level with Ultra Cell Biotect, a powerful blend of antioxidant-rich superfoods and phytochemicals designed to support DNA integrity, healthy aging, and cardiovascular wellness. This advanced formula features a highly absorbable and researched type of green tea extract which offers enhanced absorption and DNA protection, capsicum annuum to further amplify absorption of these compounds and a heavily studied Curcumin C3 complex derived from turmeric for potent antioxidant benefits, and enhanced immune activation for recognition of abnormal cells. Black turmeric helps activate longevity pathways, support metabolic health, and promote healthy aging, while grape seed extract delivers an extra boost of antioxidants. Together, these ingredients work synergistically to neutralize harmful free radicals and strengthen your body’s natural defenses. These are compounds demonstrated in scientific studies to be an antagonist to the AHR receptor which is abnormally overexpressed in cancer cells. Blocking AHR in abnormal tissues can reduce replication and invasiveness and spread of cells from the primary tumor.
Immune Biotect
Immune Biotect is a powerful daily formula combining immune-enhancing mushrooms, antioxidant-rich berries, and botanicals to keep your body resilient. It features nine organic medicinal mushrooms—including Reishi, Maitake, and Turkey Tail—for broad-spectrum immune support and added beta-glucans to boost immune cell activity. Elderberry, blueberry, raspberry, and goji berry extracts deliver potent anthocyanins and polyphenols to defend against oxidative stress and support a healthy microbiome. Astragalus root adds extra protection, helping your body adapt and thrive in the face of immune challenges. Mushroom extracts reduce estrogen stimulation of tissues and reduce angiogenesis, important in prevention, recovery and survival.
Enhance Your Nutrition with Homegrown Sprouts
The Sprouter – Grow Powerful Cancer-Fighting Foods at Home
Want to take your nutrition to the next level? Sprouting is one of the most effective ways to boost your intake of anti-cancer compounds — right from your own kitchen.
The Sprouter, available from The Sprouting Company, makes it easy, safe, and beautiful to grow your own sprouts. It’s made from dishwasher-safe glass and designed to sit right on your countertop.
Why grow your own?
Sprouted legumes like mung beans and lentils are higher in vitamin C, antioxidants, and protein than unsprouted ones.
Cruciferous sprouts, such as broccoli sprouts, contain sky-high levels of isothiocyanates — the cancer-fighting compounds found in vegetables like broccoli and kale.
Sprouting improves digestibility and helps break down compounds that cause gas or bloating in some people.
Adding fresh sprouts to your meals is one of the most nutrient-dense — and affordable — upgrades you can make.
Additional Anti-Cancer Products I Recommend
Prostabel® – Prostate and Cellular Support
Marketed for men over 50, Prostabel offers targeted support using plant extracts Pao pereira and Rauwolfia vomitoria — both studied for their ability to promote apoptosis (natural cell death) in abnormal cells and protect prostate health during times of elevated cancer risk.
However, though as the name of this supplement implies, it marketed to men with prostate issues, it has the same or similar benefits for other hormonally sensitive cancers, meaning breast and ovarian cancer too. These herbs have been heavily studied to inhibit cell replication for all these common cancers.
Haelan 951 – Fermented Soy for Immune & Cellular Repair
A fermented soy concentrate packed with isoflavones, peptides, and anti-inflammatory compounds, Haelan 951 is ideal during cancer treatment or recovery. It supports gut health, detoxification, and cellular repair — all essential for healing. It also has demonstrated anti-estrogen and anti-cell replication effects.
Metatrol – Fermented Wheat Germ for Cellular Metabolism
One of the most researched natural compounds in cancer support, Metatrol® helps normalize the metabolism of rapidly dividing cells and boosts immune function. I often recommend this to patients seeking non-toxic options alongside conventional care.
PectaSol-C – Modified Citrus Pectin for Detox and Cell Health
PectaSol-C is the only clinically validated citrus pectin that binds and blocks Galectin-3 — a protein linked to cancer progression, inflammation, and fibrosis. It also supports detox and healthy cellular behavior.
There Is Hope — Even with a Cancer Diagnosis
If you or someone you love is facing a cancer diagnosis, please don’t lose hope. I’ve seen people who were given just months to live go on to enjoy years — even decades — of full, vibrant life. Your body is capable of remarkable things when supported properly.
A Nutritarian lifestyle combined with targeted supplementation is one of the most powerful healing strategies available. And you don’t have to do this alone.
Need Guidance? I’m Here to Help
If you're ready to take control of your health, I invite you to join me in the Combat Cancer Masterclass or enroll in Group Coaching, where you’ll gain direct access to the Ask the Doctor forum and a community of support.
Healing is possible. Your next chapter can be stronger, brighter, and healthier than you thought possible.
👉 Click here to learn more about my Combat Cancer Masterclass and Group Coaching.
Complete Greens
Allen LH. How common is vitamin B-12 deficiency? Am J Clin Nutr. 2009;89:693S–696S.
O'Leary F, Samman S. Vitamin B12 in health and disease. Nutrients. 2010;2:299–316.
Carmel R. How I treat cobalamin (vitamin B12) deficiency. Blood. 2008;112:2214–2221.
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Iodine. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-HealthProfessional
Eveleigh ER, Coneyworth LJ, Avery A, Welham SJM. Vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores: How does dietary choice influence iodine intake? A systematic review. Nutrients. 2020;12.
Foster M, Chu A, Petocz P, Samman S. Effect of vegetarian diets on zinc status: A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies in humans. J Sci Food Agric. 2013;93:2362–2371.
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Zinc. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Zinc-HealthProfessional
Pang J, Zhang Z, Zheng TZ, et al. Green tea consumption and risk of cardiovascular and ischemic-related diseases: A meta-analysis. Int J Cardiol. 2016;202:967–974.
Tran HH, Mansoor M, Butt SRR, et al. Impact of green tea consumption on the prevalence of cardiovascular outcomes: A systematic review. Cureus. 2023;15:e49775.
Tang N, Wu Y, Zhou B, et al. Green tea, black tea consumption and risk of lung cancer: A meta-analysis. Lung Cancer. 2009;65:274–283.
Ogunleye AA, Xue F, Michels KB. Green tea consumption and breast cancer risk or recurrence: A meta-analysis. Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2010;119:477–484.
DHA/EPA Purity
Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. Available at: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-HealthProfessional/
Harris WS, Tintle NL, Imamura F, et al. Blood n-3 fatty acid levels and total and cause-specific mortality from 17 prospective studies. Nat Commun. 2021;12:2329.
Wei BZ, Li L, Dong CW, et al. The relationship of omega-3 fatty acids with dementia and cognitive decline: Evidence from prospective cohort studies of supplementation, dietary intake, and blood markers. Am J Clin Nutr. 2023.
von Schacky C. Importance of EPA and DHA blood levels in brain structure and function. Nutrients. 2021;13:1074.
Dyall SC. Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids and the brain: A review of the independent and shared effects of EPA, DPA, and DHA. Front Aging Neurosci. 2015;7:52.
DiNicolantonio JJ, O'Keefe JH. The importance of marine omega-3s for brain development and the prevention and treatment of behavior, mood, and other brain disorders. Nutrients. 2020;12.
Larrieu T, Laye S. Food for mood: Relevance of nutritional omega-3 fatty acids for depression and anxiety. Front Physiol. 2018;9:1047.
Calder PC. Omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory processes. Nutrients. 2010;2:355–374.
Liao Y, Xie B, Zhang H, et al. Efficacy of omega-3 PUFAs in depression: A meta-analysis. Transl Psychiatry. 2019;9:190.
Davis BC, Kris-Etherton PM. Achieving optimal essential fatty acid status in vegetarians: Current knowledge and practical implications. Am J Clin Nutr. 2003;78:640S–646S.
Sarter B, Kelsey KS, Schwartz TA, Harris WS. Blood docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid in vegans: Associations with age and gender and effects of an algal-derived omega-3 fatty acid supplement. Clin Nutr. 2014.
Ultra Cell – References
Wang ZM, Zhou B, Wang YS, et al. Black and green tea consumption and the risk of coronary artery disease: a meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr. 2011;93:506–515.
Arab L, Liu W, Elashoff D. Green and black tea consumption and risk of stroke: a meta-analysis. Stroke. 2009;40:1786–1792.
Tang N, Wu Y, Zhou B, et al. Green tea, black tea consumption and risk of lung cancer: a meta-analysis. Lung Cancer. 2009;65:274–283.
Sun CL, Yuan JM, Koh WP, Yu MC. Green tea, black tea and breast cancer risk: a meta-analysis of epidemiological studies. Carcinogenesis. 2006;27:1310–1315.
Ogunleye AA, Xue F, Michels KB. Green tea consumption and breast cancer risk or recurrence: a meta-analysis. Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2010;119:477–484.
Khan N, Adhami VM, Mukhtar H. Green tea polyphenols in chemoprevention of prostate cancer: Preclinical and clinical studies. Nutr Cancer. 2009;61:836–841.
Zheng J, Yang B, Huang T, et al. Green tea and black tea consumption and prostate cancer risk: An exploratory meta-analysis of observational studies. Nutr Cancer. 2011;1–10.
Kuriyama S, Shimazu T, Ohmori K, et al. Green tea consumption and mortality due to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all causes in Japan: the Ohsaki study. JAMA. 2006;296:1255–1265.
Iso H, Date C, Wakai K, et al. The relationship between green tea and total caffeine intake and risk for self-reported type 2 diabetes among Japanese adults. Ann Intern Med. 2006;144:554–562.
Singh BN, Shankar S, Srivastava RK. Green tea catechin, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG): mechanisms, perspectives and clinical applications. Biochem Pharmacol. 2011;82:1807–1821.
Pietta P, Simonetti P, Gardana C, et al. Relationship between rate and extent of catechin absorption and plasma antioxidant status. Biochem Mol Biol Int. 1998;46:895–903.
Belcaro G, Ledda A, Hu S, et al. Greenselect Phytosome for borderline metabolic syndrome. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:869061.
Morre DM, Morre DJ. Catechin-vanilloid synergies with potential clinical applications in cancer. Rejuvenation Res. 2006;9:45–55.
Singh S, Aggarwal BB. Activation of transcription factor NF-κB is suppressed by curcumin (diferuloylmethane). J Biol Chem. 1995;270:24995–25000.
Sandur SK, Pandey MK, Sung B, et al. Curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin, tetrahydrocurcumin and turmerones differentially regulate anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative responses through a ROS-independent mechanism. Carcinogenesis. 2007;28:1765–1773.
Aggarwal BB. Nuclear factor-κB: the enemy within. Cancer Cell. 2004;6:203–208.
Shoba G, Joy D, Joseph T, et al. Influence of piperine on the pharmacokinetics of curcumin in animals and human volunteers. Planta Med. 1998;64:353–356.
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