Skin Cancer

Skin Cancer develops when DNA, the molecule found in cells that encodes genetic information, becomes damaged and the body cannot repair the damage. These damaged cells begin to grow and divide uncontrollably. When this occurs in the skin, Skin Cancer develops. As the damaged cells multiply, they form a tumor. Since Skin Cancer generally develops in the epidermis (the outermost layers of skin) a tumor is usually clearly visible. This makes most Skin Cancers detectable in the early stages. There are three types of Skin Cancer that account for nearly 100% of all diagnosed cases. Each of these three Cancers begins in a different type of cell within the skin, and each Cancer is named for the type of cell in which it begins.

Skin Cancers are divided into one of two classes, non-melanoma and melanoma. Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer; sun exposure being the leading cause. According to the American Cancer Society, “Many of the more than 1 million Skin Cancers diagnosed each year could be prevented with protection from the sun’s rays.” Scientists now know that exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays damages DNA in the skin. The body can usually repair this damage before gene mutations occur and Cancer develops. When a person’s body cannot repair the damaged DNA, which can occur with cumulative sun exposure, Cancer develops. Recommendations include limiting exposure to the sun, wearing protective sunscreen (non-toxic ones are now available), and following the list of recommended supplements for immune enhancement and whole body health and healing. *

These nutrients may be helpful for this condition:

Colostrum: (immune support) 1-2 scoops powder/day or 1-3 capsules/day (in divided doses

Colostrum Cream: (apply topically to problem areas 2 times/day)

Max Stress B: 1/4-1/2 tsp in water, sip throughout day.

Digestive Enzymes: 1 with each meal or snack

Sunscreen SPF 15 with zinc oxide: skin protection from harmful effects of sun and moisture barrier.