Green Tea for Cancer Treatment

Currently, cancer is a major fatal disease in the world said Peng Xiaochi, a cancer expert from Modern Cancer Hospital Guangzhou. As doctors and experts struggle to find a reliable treatment for each form of cancer, many people are turning to alternative healing methods beyond prescription medication and chemotherapy. One such non-prescription item that has shown promising results in treating cancer is green tea.
　　
　　Several studies have indicated that green tea might serve as a viable complement to more traditional treatments. For example, a study found that patients suffering from ovarian sarcoma responded better to a combination of Adriamycin (a chemo drug) and green tea than patients who received Adriamycin only. Additionally, researchers have concluded that green tea helps to kill cancer cells related to leukemia.

　　How it Works
　　The key to green tea's cancer-fighting abilities is the presence of EGCG, a particular type of catechin. Catechins act as antioxidants, which in turn promote the health of normal cells. Not only does this help to prevent cancer, but in some instances may also help to slow the progression of cancer.

　　Considerations
　　As of yet, green tea has not been approved as a reliable treatment for any type of cancer. So, while drinking green tea may be a good idea for cancer patients, it should not be seen as the only necessary form of treatment. As always, consult a doctor before beginning any treatment regiment.