Sweet Cancer Breakthrough Creates a Buzz

By Dr. Scott Olson, ND Posted September 16, 2024

That jar of honey in your pantry might be more than just a sweet treat.

In fact, if it’s the right variety, it could be a secret weapon against one of the most common forms of cancer affecting women.

(Can you even imagine a world in which fighting this killer could be as simple as spreading some honey on your toast?!)

Sounds too good to be true, right?

Well, keep reading for the buzz on this sweet discovery…

A new animal study from UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that Manuka honey could be a natural breast cancer fighter.

Manuka honey slashed tumor growth in mice with ER-positive breast cancer by a whopping 84 percent!

Even more exciting, it didn’t harm normal breast cells or cause significant side effects. In fact, the more hone, the mice ate, the better… higher concentrations led to more substantial cancer cell reduction.

But how does this sticky substance work its magic?

The study found that Manuka honey:

• puts the brakes on cancer-fueling pathways like AMPK/AKT/mTOR and STAT3
• triggers apoptosis, essentially telling cancer cells to self-destruct
• boosts the effectiveness of tamoxifen, a common breast cancer drug

And here’s the kicker: this sweet treat seems to target cancer cells specifically, leaving healthy cells untouched.

Now, before you start slathering honey on everything, here is a word of caution. This study was done in mice, not humans. The results are certainly exciting, but there’s still a long way to go before we can prescribe Manuka honey as a cancer treatment.

So, what does this mean for you?

While it’s too soon to ditch conventional treatments, this research opens up some exciting possibilities:

• Natural cancer prevention: A daily spoonful of Manuka honey isn’t just delicious. It could also help keep cancer at bay. So, while I always advise limiting overall sugar intake, making a daily “dose” of raw Manuka honey a regular part of your routine couldn’t hurt.
• Enhanced treatments: If you’re already battling cancer, Manuka honey might boost the effectiveness of current cancer therapies. So, chat with your doctor about adding it to your diet.

Remember, while this sweet discovery is exciting, it’s NOT a silver bullet. A healthy lifestyle, regular check-ups, and following your doctor’s advice remain crucial in the fight against breast cancer.

But who knows? The day might come when “an ounce of prevention” comes in a jar of golden, sticky goodness.

P.S. Secret cancer-fighting duo REVEALED.

Source:

C., D., Yanes, C. D., Llarena, G., Elashoff, D., Hamilton, N., Hardy, M., Wadehra, M., McCloskey, S. A., & Pietras, R. J. Manuka Honey Inhibits Human Breast Cancer Progression in Preclinical Models. Nutrients, 16(14), 2369.

Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND

Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.

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