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Justin Stebbing, Professor of Biomedical Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University

From methylene blue to vitamin E, here’s why health and wellness supplements are no silver bullet for cancer

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Health supplements have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many people turning to them in hopes of improving overall health and reducing risk of diseases like cancer. The allure of these products is understandable – who doesn’t want a simple pill or powder to ward off serious illness?

As a consultant oncologist and cancer researcher, I’ve researched the effects of health supplements on cancer risk, prevention and treatment. And the relationship between supplements and cancer risk is often misunderstood and far more complex than many people realise.

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