Lymphoma Cancer
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Symptoms of Lymphoma
Swollen lymph nodes: Painless swelling, frequently in the neck, armpit, or groin.
“B symptoms”: Drenching night sweats, persistent fever, and unexplained weight loss.
Fatigue: Extreme, persistent tiredness.
Other: Persistent itching, coughing, shortness of breath, or abdominal pain.
Causes and Risk Factors While the exact cause is often unknown, it occurs when lymphocytes mutate, multiply, and accumulate, failing to die as they should. Risk factors include:
Weakened immune system: Due to disease or medication.
Infections: Viruses like Epstein-Barr (mononucleosis) or HIV.
Age/Sex: Some types are more common with older age or in males.
Chemical Exposure: Benzene or certain agricultural chemicals.
How Lymphoma Spreads Lymphoma develops in the lymphocytes and begins in lymph glands (nodes), but because the lymphatic system is a network, the abnormal cells can spread throughout the body, including to the spleen, bone marrow, and blood.
Prognosis and Treatment
Prognosis: Many forms of lymphoma, particularly Hodgkin and many non-Hodgkin, are highly treatable.
Treatment: Approaches include chemotherapy (has been investigated in relation to cancer-cell biology), radiotherapy (destroying cells with high-energy rays), and immunotherapy (using the immune system).
Outlook: Long-term survival rates are often good, though risks of long-term side effects like infertility or secondary cancers exist.
Lymphoma: Symptoms, Causes, and Support Strategies
byDr. Jockers
Lymphoma: Symptoms, Causes, and Support Strategies
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects your immune system’s cells. The two major forms of lymphoma include non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma, with a number of subtypes. Lymphoma may be slow-growing or more aggressive, depending on its subtype and your personal case. Supporting your health naturally is always critical to improve your health, reduce any health risks, and support recovery.
In this article, you will learn what lymphoma is. You will learn about the types of lymphoma. I will go over the major symptoms and risk factors for lymphoma. You will understand how lymphoma is diagnosed. You will learn about conventional treatment options for lymphoma. I will explain the functional root causes of lymphoma. Finally, I will offer my top natural support strategies for lymphoma.
What is Lymphoma?
Lymphoma is a form of cancer that affects the cells of your immune system. There are several types of lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma being the main categories. Understanding the type of lymphoma you have is critical for your treatment plan and the prognosis of your cancer (1, 2).
There are over 70 different types of lymphoma that range from slow-growing to very aggressive types. To make it simpler, lymphomas are grouped into two main categories: non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma.
Both types of lymphomas are similar in the sense that cancer affects your white blood cells or lymphocytes, including your B cells or B lymphocytes, or T cells, or T lymphocytes. These cancer cells can move to various areas of your body, including your lymph nodes, bone marrow, spleen, blood, and other organs, to form tumor growth.
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common form of lymphoma. According to the American Cancer Society, it is responsible for about 4 percent of all cancers (3). While it can affect all age groups, it mostly tends to affect older adults. In children, it is responsible for 7 percent of childhood cancers, with 800 new cases each year in the US (4).
According to the American Cancer Society, in 2021 alone, we had 81,560 cases (45,630 males and 35,930 females) in the US alone and 20,720 deaths (12,170 males and 8,550 females) (3). The risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma is 1 in 41 in men and 1 in 52 in women (3). Non-Hodgkin lymphoma may start in your lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, thymus, tonsils, adenoids, and digestive tract. It may affect our T or B cells. It may be slow-growing or aggressive (5).
Hodgkin Lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma is a less common type, but it still affects a lot of people. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2021, Hodgkin lymphoma was responsible for 8,830 new cases (4,830 males and 4,000 females) and 960 deaths (570 males and 390 females (6). While it may affect both children and adults, it is the most common in your 20s and in late adulthood, over the age of 55. The average age of diagnosis, however, is 39. It is extremely rare in young children under the age of 5.
Hodgkin lymphoma may affect your B or T cells (7). It may affect your lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, thymus, tonsils, adenoids, and digestive tract. There are two main types of Hodgkin lymphoma: classic Hodgkin lymphoma and Nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma (NLPHL).
Classic Hodgkin Lymphoma
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma makes up 9 out of 10 Hodgkin lymphoma cases. The cancer cells are usually abnormal B cells called Reed-Sternberg cells, causing enlarged lymph nodes (7).
There are four types of classic Hodgkin lymphoma (7)
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NSCHL): This is the most common, accounting for 7 out of 10 cases and affecting mainly teens and adults. It usually starts in the lymph nodes or the neck, or the chest area.
Mixed cellularity Hodgkin’s lymphoma (MCCHL): This accounts for 4 out of 10 Hodgkin lymphoma cases. It mostly affects those with HIV, as well as the elderly and children. It tends to affect your upper body.
Lymphocyte-rich Hodgkin’s Lymphoma: This is not very common and tends to affect the upper part of your body and usually only a few lymph nodes.
Lymphocyte-depleted Hodgkin’s lymphoma: This is another rare for that mainly affects those with HIV and older people. It tends to affect the lymph nodes in the abdomen, liver, spleen, and bone marrow.
Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma
NLPHL is less common, accounting for about 5 percent of Hodgkin lymphoma cases. Unlike in classic Hodgkin lymphoma, in this case, the cancer cells are variants of the Reed-Sternberg cells called popcorn cells or lymphatic and histiocytic (L&H) cells.
These cells received their popcorn cell name because of their popcorn-like look. This cancer tends to start in the underarm and neck area. It affects all ages and is more common in men than women. It is slower growing than classic Hodgkin lymphoma (7).
Major Symptoms of Lymphoma
Symptoms of lymphoma may depend on the type of lymphoma and may include
Painless swollen lymph nodes in your armpit, neck, or groin
Fatigue
Night sweats
Shortness of breath
Fever
Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
Itchy skin
Swollen abdomen
Easy bruising or bleeding
Risk Factors for Lymphoma
Risk factors for lymphoma may include
Being male: Lymphomas are somewhat more common in men than women.
Ethnicity: Caucasians have the highest risk of developing lymphoma.
Age: Certain lymphomas are more common in people over 55.
Impaired immunity: Having an impaired immune system as a result of immunosuppressant medications or immune system diseases may increase your risk of lymphoma.
Infections: Certain infections, such as Helicobacter pylori (H pylori), Hepatitis C, and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) may increase your risk.
Occupational Exposures: People working with textiles, heavy automotive equipment, welding, farming, landscaping, hair, and cosmetics may be at an increased risk.
Diagnosing Lymphoma
During diagnosis, your doctor will go over your symptoms, health, medical history, and family history. They will perform a physical exam, checking for swollen lymph nodes, including your armpits, neck, and groin, and check for a swollen liver or spleen. Your doctor may recommend a lymph node biopsy, removing a part of or an entire lymph node for laboratory testing for cancer cells.
They may order various blood tests, including a complete blood count. In some cases, a bone marrow biopsy is necessary to check for lymphoma cells in the bone marrow. Your diagnosis will likely involve some imaging, such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or positron emission tomography (PET) scans to look for signs of lymphoma across your body and help diagnose and stage.
Conventional Treatment Strategies
Conventional treatment strategies depend on the type of lymphoma you have, whether it’s slow-growing or aggressive, and its stage. Conventional treatment strategies for lymphoma may include:
Active surveillance: If your lymphoma is slow-growing, your doctor may decide on a wait-and-see approach to monitoring and periodically testing your cancer as long as your symptoms are not interfering with your daily life.
Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is a drug treatment to kill fast-growing cancer cells. It may be administered through an IV or in a pill.
Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy uses high-powered beams of energy to has been investigated in relation to cancer-cell biology.
Bone marrow transplant: Bone marrow transplant or stem cell transplant involved both chemotherapy and radiation to suppress your bone marrow, then introducing healthy bone marrow stem cells from a donor to rebuild your bone marrow.
Immunotherapy drugs: Immunotherapy drugs may be used to has been investigated in relation to cancer-cell biology affecting your immune system.
Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy: Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy may be recommended. This therapy removes your T cells, re-engineers them to attack and destroy cancer, and then infuses them back into your system.
Other targeted drugs: Other targeted drugs may be used depending on your situation to target cancer cells.
Functional Root Causes of Lymphoma
Understanding the functional root causes of lymphoma is critical to address underlying issues, reduce health risks, and protect your body. The functional root causes may or may not directly lead to lymphoma, but can increase your risk of various health issues that can contribute to its development or poor outcomes.
Chronic Inflammation
Chronic inflammation is the underlying root cause of most chronic diseases and cancers. Research has shown that chronic inflammation, especially related to autoimmune conditions, may increase your risk of developing lymphoma.
A 2006 population-based control study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute has found that inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, including celiac disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Sjogren syndrome, may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (8).
A 2014 review published in Seminars in Cancer Biology found that chronic inflammation related to autoimmune conditions, such as Sjogren syndrome and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, can increase the risk of lymphoma of the mucosa associate lymphatic tissue (MALT) related to a form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (9). A 2015 population-based case-control study published in the International Journal of Hematology has found that chronic inflammatory conditions and infections may increase the risk of Hodgkin lymphoma (10).
Chronic Infections
Chronic infections can lead to chronic inflammation, imbalances in your body, and various health issues. It’s not surprising that chronic infections may increase your risk of lymphoma as well.
According to a 2020 article published by StatPearls Publishing, the Epstein Barr virus (EBV), H pylori infections, the Hepatitis C virus, and human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1) may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (11).
A 2016 study published in Biomarker Research has found that H. pylori may be an underlying risk factor for gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma (12). A 2016 review published in the Journal of Advanced Research has found that the Hepatitis C virus may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (13). A 2018 case study published in Intractable and Rare Diseases has found that HTLV-1 may increase the risk of T-cell lymphoma (14).
Chemical Exposure
High chemical exposure may increase your risk of various health issues, including lymphomas. According to a 2008 case-control study published in Environmental Health, occupational chemical exposure may contribute to the development of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (15). 2008 research published in the International Journal of Epidemiology has found that using hair dyes can increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (16).
A 2000 study published in Cancer has found that pesticide exposure may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in children (17). A 2008 histopathological analysis looking at 18 to 74-year-old participants between 1999 and 2002 published in the International Journal of Cancer has found that pesticide and herbicide exposure may be a risk factor for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (18).
A 2014 systematic review and meta-analysis published in the International Journal of Research and Public Health has found that occupational exposure to pesticides may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (19). A 2019 meta-analysis published in Mutation Research has found that glyphosate-based herbicides may contribute to the development of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (20). A 2019 study published in JAMA Network Open has found that occupational pesticide exposure may affect the treatment and outcomes of B-cell lymphoma (21).
High Toxic Load
It’s not just chemical exposure but excessive exposure to toxins that can increase your chances of health issues. Research has shown, a high toxic load can increase your risk of lymphomas.
A 2016 analysis of 10,046 cases and 12,025 controls published in Environmental Health Perspectives found that people working in certain occupations exposed to high levels of toxins may have an increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (22). These occupations may increase farm and agriculture workers, carpenters, spray painters, women’s hairdressers, car workers, cleaners, textile workers, electrical wiremen, and so on.
A 2008 case-control study published in Environmental Health has also found that occupational exposure to fumes and ionizing radiation may be linked to an increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (23). A 2020 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that lead and cadmium exposure may also increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (24).
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D is critical for your bone, muscle, immune, and brain health. Deficiencies can lead to a list of health issues and health risks, including lymphoma.
A 2010 multicenter study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology found that vitamin D insufficiency may contribute to a poor prognosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (25). A 2018 study published in Cancer Science has also linked vitamin D deficiency to T-cell lymphoma (26).
A 2019 meta-analysis published in PLoS One has found that vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (27). A 2020 study published in the International Journal of Medical Research has found that vitamin D levels may be linked to the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (28).
Zinc Deficiency
Zinc is essential for your immune health and deficiency in zinc may be linked to lymphoma and poor outcomes. A 1982 study published in Acta Haematology has found that your zinc levels, copper levels, and copper/zinc ratio may be linked to the risk and outcomes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in children (29).
A 1988 study published in Nutrition and Cancer has also linked poor zinc levels to non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma (30). A 1995 study published in Revista de Investigacion Clinica (Spanish) found that a poor zinc/copper ratio may increase the risk of lymphoma and leukemia (31). A 2009 study published in Nutrition and Cancer has found that poor zinc and selenium levels may be linked to lymphomas (32).
Poor Sleep Quality
Regular restorative sleep is critical for your energy and overall well-being. It allows your body to rest and your cells to rejuvenate. Poor sleep quality not only makes you tired during the day, but it also increases your risk of various health issues. Research has shown that poor sleep, especially from sleep apnea, may increase your risk of lymphoma.
A 2015 review published in Sleep Breath has found that sleep apnea may be linked to a higher risk of cancer (33). A 2020 trial published in Leukemia Research has found that obstructive sleep apnea and poor sleep may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (34).
Natural Support Strategies
Now that you understand the functional root causes of lymphoma, it’s time to learn how to address these potential underlying issues and risk factors. Here are the natural support strategies I recommend for lymphoma.
Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition Plan
Research has shown us that chronic inflammation is one of the underlying root causes of lymphoma (8, 9, 10). Eating too many inflammatory foods and too few anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, and nutrient-dense foods is usually among the top reasons you may develop chronic inflammation.
Transitioning to an anti-inflammatory nutrition plan can improve your health and offer support for lymphoma. A 2010 study published in Leukemia and Lymphoma, for example, found that increasing one’s vegetable and fruit intake may increase the chances of positive outcomes and lower mortality related to non-Hodgkin lymphoma (35).
To improve your diet, start by removing all inflammatory foods, including refined sugar, refined oil, gluten, conventional dairy, processed and canned meat, additives, artificial ingredients, junk food, and highly processed foods.
Choose organic whenever possible to avoid pesticides, herbicides, and added hormones. Follow an anti-inflammatory nutrition plan with plenty of greens, vegetables, herbs, spices, healthy fats, fermented foods, low glycemic index fruits, grass-fed meat and butter, pasture-raised poultry and eggs, organ meats, omega-3-rich wild-caught fish, and wild game.
Consider Getting Into Ketosis
Under regular circumstances, your body relies on sugar for energy. However, when you are restricting carbohydrates or calories, your body doesn’t get enough dietary sugar to burn. As a result, it will turn to fat for energy instead and starts to make ketones in the process.
Getting into ketosis has many health benefits, including reduced inflammation, increased insulin sensitivity, improved cellular renewal, and a decreased risk of disease. It may also lower the risk of cancer and cancer-related mortality, including lymphoma.
A 2018 study published in the Journal of Translational Medicine has found that the ketogenic diet is one of the anti-inflammatory diets that may improve the immune response against cancer and reduce the risk and mortality of various cancers (36). A 2017 review published in Federal Practitioner found that a low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet may support cancer recovery by helping to starve cancer cells while still nourishing your healthy cells (37).
A 2016 case series published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology has found that a modified ketogenic diet with limited carbohydrates to 20 to 40 grams may support lymphoma recovery and a better quality of life (38).
In the 2017 review published in Federal Practitioner, researchers found that the keto diet is a safe option and may be used alongside conventional strategies, such as chemotherapy or radiation, to help improve tumor response and improve outcomes (37). A 2020 study published in Molecular Metabolism has also found that the keto diet is well-tolerated by cancer patients, may help to improve health and quality of life, and can work well along with conventional treatment strategies as well (39).
The ketogenic or keto diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet with carbohydrate levels very low at 5 to 10 percent, protein levels moderate at 30 to 35 percent, and fats high at 55 to 60 percent of your calories. I recommend following a real food keto diet abundant in anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense foods outlined earlier, while keeping in mind ketogenic principles and ratios.
Most of your diet should be abundant in healthy fats, including avocados, coconut oil, coconut butter, coconuts, avocado oil, extra-virgin olive oil, pasture-raised butter and ghee, lard, flax seeds, hemp seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, other seeds, olives, nuts, and any fats from clean animal foods.
Keep your proteins clean and at a moderate level from grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry and eggs, wild-caught fish and seafood, and wild game. Keep your carbohydrate intake low, focusing on low glycemic index fruits and vegetables.
Practice Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is a form of fasting that cycles between periods of fasting (not eating) and feasting (eating) within one day. It is a great way to complement a ketogenic diet, support ketosis, reduce inflammation, improve cellular rejuvenation, and protect your health.
A 2015 case report published in BMJ Case Reports has also found that a 21-day water fast helped to reduce the lymph nodes of a patient with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (40). A 2018 review published in National Reviews in Cancer has found that fasting and fasting-mimicking diets (FMDs) can help to support overall wellbeing during cancer care cells while nourishing healthy cells and may play a role in the prevention and recovery from various cancers, including lymphoma (41).
A 2019 review published in the Journal of Experimental and Clinical Cancer Research has found that short-term fasting may support cancer treatment of lymphoma (42). A 2021 review published in the Cancer Journal for Clinicians has found that intermittent fasting may play a role in reducing the risk of cancer, and it may also support recovery (43).
If you are new to intermittent fasting, start with 12 hours of fasting, including your overnight sleep. Gradually increase your fasting period over time. Most people feel the best with 16 hours of fasting a day. However, you may feel your best with a slightly longer or shorter fasting window. You can learn more about intermittent fasting and the keto diet by searching my website.
Reduce Stress & Optimize Sleep
Poor sleep is one of the major functional health root cause factors of lymphoma (33, 34). Poor sleep and high stress can also increase chronic inflammation, which is another one of the main root cause factors of the disease (8, 9, 10).
A 2017 case-control study published in Preventative Medicine has found that prolonged work-related stress and perceived stress may increase the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers (44). Reducing your stress levels and optimizing your sleep can greatly improve your health and support your well-being.
Reducing stress is the first step. Reduce work-related and personal stress as much as possible. Stop scrolling your phone or browser all the time. Designate a specific time for the news and social media, then forget about it for the rest of the day. Learn to manage stress better.
Meditation, breathwork, gratitude, mindfulness, positive affirmations, journaling, exercise, and prayer are very helpful for that. Uplift your spirit by spending time with friends and family, seeking a supportive community, playing with your pets, having quality time for yourself, and spending time in nature.
Optimize your sleep by improving your evening time first. Create an evening routine that helps you wind down. Reading, crossword puzzles, coloring, listening to calming music, taking a bath, playing puzzles, journaling, and loving conversations are all beneficial. Avoid heavy food, alcohol, electronics, and anything stressful.
Create a peaceful sanctuary in your bedroom with calming colors, essential oils, a supportive bed, and comfortable bedding and pillow. Using blackout curtains or an eye mask can help to support your overnight sleep. Aim to get 7 to 9 hours of restorative sleep each night. If you are currently in recovery from cancer, you may need more sleep. Honor your body by giving it the rest it needs.
Improve support normal detoxification pathways Pathways
High chemical and toxin exposure are among the main contributing risk factors for lymphoma (15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24). To decrease your risks and support your recovery, reduce your exposure to chemicals and toxins, and support your support normal detoxification pathways pathways. To avoid pesticide and herbicide exposure, buy organic produce and food.
To reduce chemical exposure, use organic, natural, and homemade alternatives instead of conventional cleaning, hygiene, body, and beauty products. Drink filtered and purified water instead of tap water. Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke. Use a high-quality air filtration system to reduce toxins and allergens in your indoor air.
Following an antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory nutrition plan can help your body’s ability to support normal detoxification pathways and cleanse itself. Hydrate your body well with lots of purified water, green juices and smoothies, herbal tea, and hydrating vegetables to support support normal detoxification pathways through sweating and urine.
Support your gut flora and healthy elimination with high-quality probiotics. Use activated coconut charcoal to remove toxins from your intestinal tract. Support your two major detoxifying organs, your kidneys and liver, and support their healthy functioning with kidney and liver support supplements. Practice rebounding and dry skin brushing to support your lymphatic pathways and lymphatic support normal detoxification pathways. Try infrared saunas to promote support normal detoxification pathways through sweating.
Optimize Vitamin D Levels
Vitamin D deficiency may contribute to the development and poor outcomes of lymphoma (25, 26, 27, 28). A 2018 study published in Cancer Medicine has found that vitamin D deficiency may play a role in lymphoma and supplementation may help patients receiving immunochemotherapy (45). A 2019 study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology found vitamin D deficiency in 50 percent of their participants with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (46). They found that pretreatment with vitamin D was beneficial.
Most people are not getting enough sunshine or consuming enough vitamin D from food. Therefore, most people need supplements to optimize their vitamin D levels. Pairing vitamin D3 with vitamin K2 helps improve calcium absorption and inflammation control. I recommend taking a vitamin D3 supplement with at least 3,000-5,000 IU of vitamin D3 and at least 90 mcg of vitamin K2.
Typically, taking 1,000 IU per 25 lbs. of body weight will help you get your levels into a healthy range. You want to test your vitamin D levels at least 1-2 times each year and get your levels between 50-100 ng/ml. It has been hypothesized that a therapeutic level for major health conditions is going to be between 70-100 ng/ml.
Optimize Zinc Levels
Research has shown that zinc deficiency and a poor zinc/copper ratio may also increase the risk of the development and poor outcome of lymphoma (29, 30, 31, 32). A 2012 study published in the Archives of Disease and Childhood found that zinc deficiency is common in lymphoma and leukemia (47). Optimizing your zinc level may be helpful.
I recommend adding zinc-rich foods to your diet, including grass-fed lean meat, pasture-raised poultry, nuts, seeds, oysters, peas, and chickpeas. Additionally, I recommend that you take a high-quality zinc supplement. Choosing a supplement with zinc and copper may help to improve your zinc/copper ratio.
Consider Using Curcumin
Curcumin is the active compound of turmeric. It’s one of the most well-researched spices for its anti-inflammatory properties. It may be beneficial for lymphoma.
A 2010 study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology found that curcumin may cause apoptosis or cellular death in T-cell lymphoma cells (48). A 2013 study published in Oncology Reports has found that curcumin may support ionizing radiation treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma by increasing cell response to IR (49).
A 2020 study published in Yonsei Medical Journal has also found that curcumin may offer anti-proliferation, anti-migration, anti-invasion, and pro-apoptosis by reducing miR-21, a microRNA in carcinogenesis, and by regulating Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) mRNA expression in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) cell line (50).
I recommend using a high-quality curcumin supplement daily. Additionally, I recommend adding turmeric to your soups, curries, stir-fries, baked dishes, smoothies, juices, and teas. Black pepper helps the absorption and effectiveness of curcumin, so I recommend using a curcumin supplement with black pepper and adding black pepper to your dishes with turmeric.
Consider Using Quercetin
Quercetin is a plant compound with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihistamine properties and is found in plant foods. It may also be beneficial for lymphoma.
A 2009 study published in Anticancer Research has found that quercetin may inhibit cell growth and induce apoptosis in lymphoma and leukemia (51). A 2021 study published in Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity has found that quercetin may be a great new therapeutic tool for lymphoma, including non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma, because of its cytotoxic effect on lymphoid cancer cells (52).
I recommend taking a high-quality quercetin supplement daily. I recommend eating foods rich in quercetin, including herbs, red leaf lettuce, Romaine lettuce, raw kale, cabbage, sprouts, snap peas, pepper, red onion, cruciferous vegetables, olive oil, black currants, cherries, black plums, apples, blueberries, strawberries, and grapes.
Consider Using Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a flavonoid abundant in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is found in the skin of grapes, berries, pistachios, and peanuts. Its benefits may complement the benefits of quercetin. It may be beneficial for various health issues, including lymphoma.
A 2012 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that resveratrol supports apoptosis in Hodgkin lymphoma and may support treatment (53). A 2017 review published in Molecules found that resveratrol may offer supportive/investigational properties and target cancer cells in lymphoma and leukemia treatment (54).
I recommend taking a daily resveratrol supplement. Additionally, I recommend consuming foods rich in resveratrol. You may also find inflammation defense supplements with curcumin, quercetin, and resveratrol.
Final Thoughts
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects your immune system’s cells. There are two major categories of lymphoma, including non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin lymphoma, with a number of subtypes, including slow-growing and more progressive cases. I recommend that you follow my top natural support strategies for lymphoma to improve your health, reduce any health risks, and support recovery.
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Supplement Protocol for 6 months then review.
Cellular Redox Support
ASEA 1 case of 4 1 litre bottles is €200
Week 1: 60 ml in the morning and 60 ml in the evening
From Week 2 onward: 120 ml in the morning and 120 ml in the evening
Potential benefits include support for
Increased glutathione production
Enhanced mitochondrial function and cellular energy production
Improved cellular signalling pathways
Activation of the NRF2 pathway, which supports antioxidant defence
Supporting healthy pH balance within the body
Vitamin D Support
Ancient Purity Vitamin D3 (10,000 IU) Suggestion 3 capsules daily.
Vitamin D supports
Immune system function
Bone and musculoskeletal health
Hormonal regulation
Anti-inflammatory processes
Cellular Oxygen and Immune Support
Dr Wolz Zell Oxygen Take 30 ml once daily.
Dr Wolz Immunokomplex Suggestion 30 ml once daily.
These products may assist in supporting
Cellular metabolism
Oxygen utilisation
Immune resilience
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Dr Wolz Curcumin Suggestion 2 capsules twice daily.
Curcumin may support
Healthy inflammatory response
Antioxidant activity
Joint and digestive health
Essential Fatty Acids
Dr Wolz Omega-3 (High DHA) Suggestion 2 capsules daily.
Omega-3 fatty acids support
Cardiovascular health
Brain and nervous system function
Anti-inflammatory balance
Cellular membrane integrity
Mineral and Electrolyte Support
Quinton Hypertonic Marine Plasma Suggestion 1 ampoule in the morning.
Quinton Isotonic Marine Plasma Suggestion 1 ampoule in the evening.
Marine plasma minerals may support
Cellular hydration
Electrolyte balance
Trace mineral replenishment
Magnesium Support
Nano Magnesium
Suggestion
60 ml in the morning
60 ml approximately 1 hour before bedtime
Magnesium contributes to
Nervous system regulation
Muscle relaxation
Sleep quality
Energy metabolism
Probiotic Support
Dr Wolz 22-Strain Probiotic Ultra
Suggestion 2 capsules with meals daily.
A multi-strain probiotic supports
Digestive health
Gut microbiome balance
Immune function
Dr Wolz – Brokkli Sprouted caps.
Antioxidant Support
Organic Food-Based Vitamin C (1200 mg)
Suggestion
3 capsules in the morning
3 capsules in the evening
Vitamin C supports
Immune health
Collagen production
Antioxidant protection
Trace Mineral Support
Ancient Purity Selenium (200 mcg) Suggestion 1 capsule daily.
Selenium contributes to
Thyroid function
Antioxidant defence
Immune health
Additional Nutritional Support
Nano Zinc plus Copper 1 Litre – Suggestion 30ml once a day
Supports immune health, hormone balance, and tissue repair.
B Vitamin Complex (100 mg) Suggestion 1 capsule daily.
Supports energy production, nervous system health, and stress resilience.
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) Suggestion 1,000 mg daily.
Supports adrenal function, stress response, and metabolic health.
Chlorine Dioxide Solution
Suggestion
Add 10 ml to 1 litre of water and sip gradually throughout the day.
Chlorine dioxide
is a powerful, broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent primarily used for water disinfection, sanitation, and bleaching. It effectively kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites, often at lower concentrations than chlorine, without producing significant harmful disinfection byproducts. It is also highly effective at removing biofilms.
Additional Supportive Interventions
The following lifestyle interventions may further support the body’s healing processes and overall wellbeing.
Grounding (Earthing)
Spend at least 5 minutes daily standing barefoot on natural surfaces such as
Grass
Soil
Sand
Seawater
Grounding may support nervous system balance and reduce inflammation.
Hydrogen Water
Hydrogen-rich water may support cellular antioxidant activity.
Hydrogen water machines are available for home use.
Contact: John – 087 1876475 Approximate cost: €170
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may support
Tissue oxygenation
Cellular repair processes
Recovery and healing
Infrared Sauna
Infrared sauna sessions may assist with
support normal detoxification pathways through sweating
Circulatory support
Relaxation and recovery
Traditional Sauna
Regular sauna use may support
support normal detoxification pathways
Cardiovascular circulation
Stress reduction
Plant-Based Ketogenic Diet
Goal: Shift metabolism from glucose to ketones, which some cancer cells may use differently in experimental contexts.
Potential rationale: This approach has been studied in relation to metabolic, inflammatory, oxidative-stress, and cellular-signalling pathways; clinical relevance depends on the individual case and medical guidance.
Key Elements
Low carbohydrate, low glycemic vegetables (broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, garlic, onions).
Low-glycemic fruits (blueberries, raspberries, lemons, avocado).
Healthy fats (avocado, coconut, MCT oil, olive oil, pastured eggs, grass-fed butter/ghee).
Low protein intake to avoid overstimulation of mTOR and IGF-1 pathways (around 0.5 g protein per kg of body weight).
Avoid: Sugar, refined carbs, processed foods, trans fats, farmed meats/fish, artificial sweeteners.
2. Intermittent and Extended Fasting
Purpose: Enhances ketosis, reduces mTOR/IGF-1 activation, increases autophagy, stabilizes p53 gene.
Methods
Intermittent fasting (6–8 hour eating window).
Extended water fast (up to 5 days under guidance) to optimize Glucose Ketone Index.
Hydration
Proper hydration supports oxygen delivery, support normal detoxification pathways, and cellular healing.
Filter water to remove chlorine, fluoride, heavy metals, and pharmaceutical residues.
5. Restorative Sleep
Sleep supports toxin clearance via the glymphatic system, reduces inflammation, balances hormones, and restores energy.
Recommendations
Sleep before 11 p.m. in a dark, cool room (60–65°F).
Avoid blue light for 4 hours before bed.
Get morning sunlight to regulate circadian rhythm.
Manage stress; magnesium supplementation can aid sleep and reduce tension.
Reduce Toxic Load
Limit exposure to environmental and dietary toxins: personal care products, cleaning agents, polluted air/water.
Support support normal detoxification pathways via liver, kidney, lymphatic system, skin, and gut.
Techniques: Saunas, coffee enemas, exercise, breathing exercises, toxin binders, and dental care.
Targeted Supplementation
Nrf2 Activators: Resveratrol, curcumin, quercetin, sulforaphane, green tea (EGCG) to reduce oxidative stress.
Parasite Cleanse
With a Binder; Zeolite/ Bentonite clay and Psyllium Husks.
GcMAF Therapy Destroys Cancer
Neither physicians nor scientists alike completely understood the critical role and benefits that optimal vitamin D3 levels provide to human physiology and pathology until the past decade. There has been zero evidence suggesting any toxicity concerns for the use of D3 to modulate GcMAF activity and suppress cancer since research from 2007. What we know today is that vitamin D elevates GcMAF concentrations and provides the following supportive/investigational mechanisms: Boost macrophage activity
Increase in lymphocytes to normal levels
Increases platelet and red blood cell count
Stimulate cancer cell apoptosis (“cell death”)
25% Reduction in tumour size in less than 1 week
An idea of what you can Eat.
Before Breakfast
Drink; Lemon and Lime in luke warm water. Herbal Teas, Coffee Substitutes.
Juice; Organic Celery, Organic Cucumber, Ginger and Lemon. Parsley
Smoothie; Soak Chia Seeds, Amaranth, Quinoa and Millet and lightly heat the next morning and have instead of porridge. Can add Brewers Yeast.
Can have Raw Unpasteurized Milk, or Goats Milk.
Breakfast
Free Range Eggs Scrambled, Poached, Avocados, Sourdough Bread, Butter, Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic, Basil, Parsley, Chives, Cilantro, Dill, Almost all Herbs
Salt; Celtic Sea Salt,
Sprouted Alfalfa, mung beans, Peas, Broccoli.
Fruits Organic
Apples, Figs Dried, Dried Dates, Mangos, Pineapple, Oranges, Peaches, Raspberries, with Cultured unsweetened Yogurt, Brewers Yeast. Blackberries,
Lunch Time
Salad
Cucumber, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Sea Vegetables (weeds), Olives, Mother of the Earth Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Olive Oil.
Cheese – Goats Cheese
Soups
Homemade Vegetable Soup, Bone Broth, Chicken Soup, Beef Soup. Miso Soup.
Lunch
Potatoes sparingly
All Green Vegetables are good especially.
Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, Cabbage, Bok Choy, Kale, Cauliflower, Spinach, Asparagus, Green Beans,
Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Bell Peppers, Garlic, Cayanne Pepper
Turnips, Beetroot, Fresh Peas, Fresh Snap Peas.
Meats ; Organic free range Chicken, Turkey, Wild Fish, Red Meat Sparingly, Lamb – NO PORK.
Sweeteners; NO SUGAR – Raw unfiltered Honey, Coconut Sugar, Organic Maple Syrup, Palm Sugar.
NO;
Alcohol , Dairy, Coffee, Sugar, Wheat, Tap Water, Soda drinks, Processed Food, No Vegetable Oils,
Reduce all Chemicals Household, Environmental Chemicals.
Clothing and Bed Clothing ; No Polyester ——–Only Cotton, Linen, Wool.
EMF – Smart meters, Mobile Phones, Microwaves, LED Lights, Computers, TV.
Emotional Patterns Commonly Associated with Lymphoma.
Unable to forgive and forget. They are sitting on deep seated resentment and resignation. They’ve always had to be running on empty with insufficient equipment. Do you have a growing feeling of “what’s the use” along with an abiding anger about the whole situation.
They have always had to suffer silently and to stuff their sorrow. They feel that they have always come up a day late and a dollar short as a function of some inherit vileness or evilness.
They therefore have not felt the right to request or require, much less to complain or explain about their situation. Yet at the same time, they are enslaved to negativity in their thinking and expectations.
They have little ability to defend themselves against attack from themselves or from outside agents or forces.
Do you have a poorly developed ability to self-nurture and to fend for themselves?
It is a result of a severely shame inducing dysfunctional family who conveyed that they can expect nothing but the very worst.
You often feel overlooked and devalued by influential people. You deeply need to feel safe when you feel unloved.
You have formed a negative association with receiving attention because influential people may not have shown you love healthily.
You are afraid you failed the expectations of influential people and you cannot forgive yourself for that.
In your mind, failure equals abandonment. Isolation or being treated as an outcast.
Love is toxic, yet you cannot move away from circumstances or relations that are toxic.
You want love, however you often attract people in situations that make you feel devalued.
What is your definition of love? Do people in your life make you feel the way you describe love?
Lymph System Problems
Running on empty. They are receiving a warning that the body needs to be re-centred on the essentials of life, namely the need for love and joy in their life. They are handicapped by an inability to release past memories and others wastes such as harmful habits and traits, or to defend themselves against the negative thoughts.
They are blocking and or the denying their emotions, thereby leaving themselves unprotected and vulnerable. With no immunity to external and internal poisons and attacking agents.
They feel no sense of acceptance and love from their environment. They feel they are inadequate to the cause with the result that they have no felt need or motivation in a lazy, being- tired -of- it -all reaction to someone or some situation or some set of circumstances.
Their emotional body is in disrepair, and they have real difficulties and how well they are taking care of their own needs, getting nurtured and handling their negative feelings about themselves. They are the product of shame inducing dysfunctional family who conveyed very clearly to them that they have no right to love and joy.
Lymphatic vessel problems.
Deep resentment. They feel their life is lacking in peace, love and they are quite bitter and angry about us. They come from an unloving, unsupportive and exploited family.
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