Muriel J Montbriand1. 1. College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada. montbriand@skyway.usask.ca
Abstract
PURPOSE/ OBJECTIVES: To provide evidence-based research information about 47 herbs and natural products that have the potential to protect against the development of cancer. DATA SOURCES: Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database and Lawrence Review of Natural Products-Monograph System. Information about these herbs has been found in evidence-based studies cited in the references. DATA SYNTHESIS: Early research shows that some herbs and natural products appear to have the potential to prevent cancer growth. CONCLUSIONS: This preliminary evidence may be useful to healthcare professionals or patients who are concerned about cancer. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Oncology nurses who receive this information can become resources for patients or other healthcare professionals.
PURPOSE/ OBJECTIVES: To provide evidence-based research information about 47 herbs and natural products that have the potential to protect against the development of cancer. DATA SOURCES: Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database and Lawrence Review of Natural Products-Monograph System. Information about these herbs has been found in evidence-based studies cited in the references. DATA SYNTHESIS: Early research shows that some herbs and natural products appear to have the potential to prevent cancer growth. CONCLUSIONS: This preliminary evidence may be useful to healthcare professionals or patients who are concerned about cancer. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Oncology nurses who receive this information can become resources for patients or other healthcare professionals.