Radiation therapy support

AHCC enhances immune system; reduces radiation therapy side effects. Take 1-3 g of AHCC daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Glutamine helps to produce protein and to keep muscle and other tissue mass; accelerates intestinal and other tissue healing; reduces side effects. Take 5-15 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Probiotics promote gastrointestinal health; alleviate radiation therapy induced diarrhea. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Vitamin E reduces radiation therapy side effects. Take 400-800 IU of vitamin E daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Zinc reduces tasting alterations and inflammation of mucous membranes inside of the mouth, nose, and throat; accelerates tissue healing and reduces other side effects. Take 25-50 mg of zinc daily, in divided doses, for many months. Better if used with copper.

Asian ginseng enhances immune system; reduces radiation therapy side effects. Take 1-2 g of dried Asian ginseng root or 150-300 mg of standardized Asian ginseng root extract containing 5-7% of ginsenosides daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Astragalus is an adaptogen; enhances immune system; prevents infection. Take 10-30 g of dried astragalus root daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many months.

Carnosine reduces radiation therapy side effects; helps to produce protein; accelerates tissue repair. Take 0.2-0.6 g of carnosine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Codonopsis is an adaptogen; enhances immune system. Take codonopsis daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

DHA is an omega 3 fatty acid; it is a nutritional support; prevents cachexia during radiation therapy. Take 1-2 g of DHA daily, in divided doses, for many months.