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June 5, 2025
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What supplements should be avoided if your in remission?

June 5, 2025
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Several supplements can interfere with lymphoma treatments and should be avoided:

• Antioxidants (including vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene) may reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy by preventing cancer cell death

• St. John's wort can reduce the effectiveness of certain cancer medications

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Several supplements can interfere with lymphoma treatments and should be avoided:

• Antioxidants (including vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene) may reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy by preventing cancer cell death

• St. John's wort can reduce the effectiveness of certain cancer medications

• Green tea supplements may interfere with some lymphoma treatments Important safety tips about supplements:

• Always consult your doctor before taking any supplements
• Natural doesn't always mean safe
• High doses or combining multiple supplements can increase side effects
• Supplements don't require proof of effectiveness before being marketed
• Some nutrients may already be in fortified foods, risking overconsumption

June 5, 2025

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