Posts by Lars

Artemisia annua, commonly known as sweet wormwood, and its derivatives, particularly artemisinin and artesunate, have been investigated for potential anticancer effects, including against prostate cancer. Below is a summary of…

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) contains silymarin, a mixture of flavonolignans (e.g., silybin A, silybin B, isosilybin A, isosilybin B) studied for potential prostate cancer benefits. Here's a concise overview based…

Tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) is a bile acid derivative that has been studied for its potential therapeutic effects in various diseases, including cancer. Its relationship with prostate cancer is complex, with…

Melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland, regulates sleep and circadian rhythms and has been studied for its potential role in cancer prevention and treatment. Research suggests melatonin may…

Curcumin, a compound in turmeric, has been studied for its potential effects on prostate cancer due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. Here's a concise overview based on available…

Saw palmetto is a herbal supplement commonly used to support prostate health, particularly for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. Here’s a concise overview based…

Lactoferrin (Lf), particularly bovine lactoferrin (bLf), has shown promising anti-cancer properties in prostate cancer research, primarily through in vitro and some in vivo studies. As a natural iron-binding glycoprotein found…

Serrapeptase (also known as serratiopeptidase or serralysin) is a proteolytic enzyme derived from Serratia marcescens, a bacterium found in silkworm intestines. It is widely used for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and…

Berberine, a natural isoquinoline alkaloid found in plants like Berberis vulgaris (barberry), Coptis chinensis (Chinese goldthread), and Mahonia aquifolium (Oregon grape), has been studied for its potential anti-cancer effects, including…

Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) has been used in traditional medicine across various cultures for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Recent research has explored its effects…