Helpful Supplements Supplementing with antioxidants is important in preventing cancer. Many studies have indicated the role that antioxidants play in maintaining the immune system and scavenging for free-radicals. Others to consider are zinc, chromium, selenium, magnesium and folic acid. Hormones such as DHEA and Melatonin should also be looked at. There are many herbs that are helpful in preventing cancer.
Herbs boost the immune system and stimulate specific organic functions for a short time.
There are some who theorize that there is a cancer personality. It is thought that people who hold in anger are more prone to developing cancer. Although the verdict is not in on this idea, it may be important for those who wish to prevent cancer to look at themselves in light of this research. Anger is a way of making us feel strong when we feel weak or not in control of something in our lives. It may be helpful to use anger as a way of identifying those aspects of ourselves we need to address.