Integrative Health Blog

The Promising Role of IV Mistletoe Extract in Cancer Therapy

Posted by on Tue, Nov 28, 2023

A Glimpse into Research at Johns Hopkins University

Introduction: What is IV Mistletoe Therapy? 

Mistletoe, a semi-parasitic plant with a long history of traditional use, has recently gained attention for its potential therapeutic benefits in cancer treatment. Researchers at the renowned Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center conducted a groundbreaking phase I trial on intravenous mistletoe extract, Helixor M, in the United States. This trial aimed not only to evaluate the safety of mistletoe extract but also to explore its impact on the quality of life and disease control in patients with advanced and treatment-resistant cancers. 

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Tags: cancer, integrative cancer treatment, IV therapy

IV Therapy Can Help With Energy and Immunity

Posted by on Tue, Oct 03, 2017

Many people remember the days when intravenous (IV) therapies were used only for medications and around surgery. Now, IV's are tailored to the individual needs of the patient, and we can give IV fluids and nutrients for everything from hangover recovery (yes, really) to cancer support.

IV therapy delivers nutrients directly to the bloodstream where they can be absorbed quickly and effectively.

Myers cocktail is probably the best known nutritional IV and can be used in many situations such as fatigue, illness prevention after exposure to germs, recovery from surgery, hangovers, immune support, upper respiratory infection, and more.

IVs for Infection or Chronic Illness

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Tags: immune system, IV therapy