Herbal Remedies To Preventing Cancer

Ayurveda recommends several herbs for preventing cancer. The benefit of an herbal decoction is that it can nourish the body as a whole by supporting various organ systems.

Here are some common herbs which are proven to have anti-cancer properties.

• Amla

  Amla is an Ayurvedic superfood. It is one of the richest sources of Vitamin C and also contains quercetin, phyllaemblic compounds, gallic acid, tannins, flavonoids, pectin, and various polyphenolic compounds, making it the king of rejuvenation. Scientific research of three decades has proven the traditional use of amla to be correct. Laboratory trials of amla extracts have shown their ability to kill and prevent the growth of cancer cells while not harming the healthy cells. .

• Garlic

  Garlic contains Sulphur, arginine, flavonoids, and selenium. The bio-active compounds of garlic are formed from allicin when the bulb is chopped or crushed. Garlic is a known antibacterial agent with the ability to stop the formation and activation of cancer-causing agents. The World Health Organization recommends at least 2-5 grams or one bulb of garlic daily for adults. .

• Turmeric

  It is one of the most researched herbs for its anti-cancer properties. It is attributed to antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic values. The major component of turmeric is curcumin which is a potent antioxidant scavenging free radicals and inhibiting the growth of cancerous cells. Almost 2000 published scientific papers have shown that curcumin can kill cancer cells while not harming the healthy cells.

• Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng)

  It reduces Vata/Kapha (with excess Pitta), immune-boosting herb, supports the recovery process of overall fatigue, nervous conditions, generally rejuvenate tissues. Its anti-cancer value was realized about 40 years ago when researchers isolated a crystalline steroidal compound (withaferin A) from this herb. Further research on these extracts which were taken from the leaf of ashwagandha showed that they were able to kill cancerous cells.

• Holy Basil

  Commonly known as Tulsi in India, this sacred herb is known for its healing powers. It is used for improving immunity and fighting stress. It also possesses anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-diabetic, and anti-stress properties. Studies have shown that the phytochemicals present in tulsi prevented chemically induced lung, liver, oral, and skin cancers by increasing the antioxidant activity, altering gene expressions, killing cancer cells, and preventing the spread of cancer to other cells. .

• Ginger

  The active constituents of ginger have potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and some have exhibited cancer-preventive activity in experimental models. Many studies showed that ginger caused ovarian cancer cells to die and also, showed decreased inflammation of the colon.

• Triphala

  Triphala is known for its anti-cancer properties. It is a good radioprotective agent. It is useful in reducing the growth of cancerous tumor cells in the body. It is useful in the prevention of cancer and also possesses antineoplastic, radioprotective, and chemoprotective effects. Triphala slows down the growth of pancreatic cancer cells. It helps in reducing the spindle formations thereby reducing the risk of growth of metastasis of cancer cells.

• Guduchi

  (Tinospora Cordifolia)They balance Tridosha (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), helps increase the effectiveness of protective white blood cells and builds up the body’s defense mechanism, very effective herb for the live rand helps to prevent liver infections, beneficial for digestive disorders, especially recommended before and after chemotherapy, to recover and build up strength. Internally, Guduchi is one of the most effective Rasayanas-Rejuvenatives. It works well on the seven Dhatus – Tissues and keeps the systems in balance. .

• Shatavari

  (Asparagus Racemosus)

  Asparagus Racemosus comprises phytoestrogens which can be used for the treatment of breast cancer. In the current study, In vitro antiproliferative activity of the extracts of Asparagus Racemosus is performed in T47D cancer cell lines.

Some of the Ayurvedic herbs that fight against cancer are Amla, Garlic, Turmeric, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Ginger, Triphala, Guduchi, Shatavari, etc.