- Pancreatic cancer has the ability to spread quickly, according to the Mayo Clinic. Eating a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer. Try eating broccoli, which is packed with carotenoids, calcium and foliate. It also contains phytochemicals, which may have anticancer properties, according to the American Cancer Society.
Studies show that animals that consume omega-3 fatty acids have suppressed the growth of cancer, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Also, eat plenty of grapes, which contain proanthocyanidins which may prevent cancer-causing free radicals. Grapes also contain the compound resveratrol which may have an affect on cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. - Acupressure focuses on using pressure to manipulate the body. This type of treatment is used to make the symptoms of pancreatic cancer more comfortable, according to the American Cancer Society.
- Coenzyme Q10 is an enzyme that naturally occurs in the body and may have the ability to affect chemical reactions in the body. This enzyme is found is foods such as salmon, beef, soybeans and peanuts. It's also available in supplement form.
Researchers believe Coenzyme Q10 has the ability to block free radicals, which can cause cancer. It may also have a positive affect on the immune system, according to the American Cancer Society. Studies are also showing that people with a deficiency in Coenzyme Q10 may be at higher risk for cancer. - Licorice supplements have been used in Chinese medicine for many centuries. Studies in laboratories have found that licorice may prevent mutations in the DNA, prevent the formation of tumors and kill cancer cells, according to the American Cancer Society. Most of the studies have been conducted on animals, however, so talk with your doctor before taking any supplements.
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