Treatments
Block cancer’s growth pathways
Medicine logistics
Summary of medicine logistics
Put your medicine in a system:
- Managing a protocol with maybe up to 20-30 different preparations daily requires something close to a military structure. Without fixed systems, weekly dosing, and an overview of stock levels, treatment often ends in chaos or forgetfulness, which reduces its effectiveness.
Absorption and timing:
- It is not irrelevant when the pills are swallowed. Some substances like Curcumin and vitamin D require fat to be absorbed, while others like IP6 should be taken on an empty stomach to avoid binding to food. Correct timing is crucial to get the full benefit of the effort.
From burden to routine:
- Acquire dosing boxes and pour medicine for a whole week at a time. Introduce fixed routines so the energy consumption moves from the daily decision-making process to a habit. This frees up mental resources to live life, instead of just managing the disease.
See also: Bombs, fire extinguishers, and timing
What is medicine logistics
When you choose the metabolic approach to cancer treatment, you are saying yes to a comprehensive strategy. The list of substances is long and includes both repurposed drugs like Metformin and Dipyridamole, as well as potent dietary supplements like Curcumin and Berberine. [4]
The challenge is not only to obtain them, but to take them correctly in relation to each other to avoid unfavorable interactions and ensure optimal effect. [1, 3]
See also: No medicine – Plan B
Swallowing 30 capsules at once with a glass of water is rarely the optimal strategy. To effectively block cancer’s growth pathways, the substances must be delivered to the body at the times and under the conditions where they are best absorbed.
See also: Bombs, fire extinguishers, and timing (including a chart of usage)
Fat or fasting
The very first step in logistics is to sort your preparations into categories based on absorption. Many make the mistake of taking everything with breakfast, but this can mean that expensive and important substances go straight through the system without effect.
Fat-soluble substances – require meals
A large group of the listed substances require fat to pass through the intestinal wall and enter the bloodstream. If these are taken on an empty stomach, absorption is minimal. These should be taken with the day’s most fat-containing meals (e.g., lunch or dinner, if you follow Keto/Low Carb). This applies especially to:
- Curcumin (turmeric)
- Coenzyme Q10
- Vitamin D
- Omega-3 (fish oil)
- Apigenin
- Resveratrol (best utilized with a little fat/yogurt)
Water-soluble substances and substances for empty stomach
Other substances work best when they do not have to compete with food digestion, or because they specifically need to act in a “clean” environment. This applies, for example, to:
- IP6 & Inositol: Must be taken on an empty stomach, otherwise they bind to minerals in the food and lose their cancer-inhibiting effect.
- Certain enzymes (if used systemically).
- Desloratadine: Can be taken independently of food, but often good in the morning.
Important:
Study the table at the bottom of this page for a full overview.
Timing is necessary
Cancer cells also have a circadian rhythm, and some substances work best by exploiting or countering this. [2]
Morning and day
Here, place substances that provide energy or should work throughout the day.
- Metformin: Typically taken with main meals to stabilize blood sugar and reduce stomach discomfort.
- EGCG (green tea): Can have an invigorating effect and is often taken first thing in the day.
- Statins: Although traditionally taken at night, newer research shows that fat-soluble types (such as Atorvastatin) have a long half-life and can be taken anytime, but it requires checking the specific type.
Evening and bedtime
Some of the most potent substances in metabolic blocking belong to the night.
- Melatonin: Should be taken immediately before bedtime (about 30-60 minutes before) to support sleep and utilize the cytotoxic effect that melatonin has on cancer cells in the dark.
- Low-dose Naltrexone (LDN): Often taken at bedtime to utilize endorphin production in the early morning hours.
- Heart Magnyl (Aspirin): Some studies indicate benefits with evening intake, but follow your doctor’s advice regarding the stomach (mild acidic effect).
Dosing boxes
Standing every morning and opening 25 different pill bottles is a sure way to make mistakes, get tired, and soon give up on the project. The solution is to pour for longer periods at a time – similar to portion-controlled food in the freezer.
The large weekly dosing
Invest in large dosing boxes. The small standard boxes from the pharmacy are rarely large enough for a metabolic protocol that contains large capsules like fish oil and curcumin. Set aside time once a week (e.g., Sunday) to dose for the entire week. Once it is done, you do not have to think about it for the rest of the week. You just open the lid.
Division into 3-8 daily intakes
You will need boxes with division into at least: Morning, Lunch, Evening, and Bedtime.
- Morning: The fixed, energizing ones.
- Lunch/Dinner: The fat-soluble “heavy” substances together with the meal.
- Nightstand: Melatonin and LDN. Possibly have a separate small bowl or box fixed on the nightstand so you do not forget it when fatigue sets in.
Hannes’ system
For my part, I use the large “folders” as shown above, which I use for the pills and capsules that should be taken with meals. In addition, I have weekly dosing boxes for everything that should be taken outside of meals. Yellow – morning, red – afternoon, green – evening, and blue for night. In addition, my mobile phone is set to ring for these (except morning, which is often taken when I wake up at night).
Logistics and inventory management
With a list that includes everything from Disulfiram and Ivermectin to Reishi and Turkey Tail, the supplies come from many places. The pharmacy, health food stores, German webshops, and possibly prescription drugs from abroad.
Buffer stock
Never run out. It creates unnecessary stress to discover you are missing Metformin for tomorrow. Always have at least 14 days, preferably a month’s, consumption in “buffer”. When you open the last bottle/package, it should trigger an immediate order.
Shelf life and storage
Most pills tolerate room temperature, but:
- Fish oil (liquid) should be refrigerated after opening.
- Probiotics often need to be stored in the refrigerator to keep the bacterial cultures alive.
- Make sure to store your weekly boxes in the dark and not in direct sunlight, as substances like Curcumin and vitamins break down in light.
Start slowly
If you are faced with the entire list from day one, do not start with all 25 preparations at once. The stomach needs to be able to keep up.
Introduce the substances gradually over a few weeks, so you can also more easily monitor how you react to the individual preparations. Start with the most important ones (e.g., Metformin, Melatonin, vitamin D, Curcumin) and build on. This also makes it easier to identify if there is a single substance you do not tolerate.
Taking responsibility for your own treatment at this level is demanding. But by putting it into a system, you remove the feeling of being overwhelmed, so you can instead focus on the fact that each pill is an active action to make life difficult for the cancer – and good for you.
Warning
This is in no way an encouragement for self-treatment. I am not a doctor and cannot advise on medicine and dietary supplements. Experimenting with treatment on your own, without professional guidance, can be ineffective and potentially dangerous.
Midication – When/ How/ Effect
| Drug/Supplement | Intake & Timing | Requirements / Absorption | Drug/Supplement | Organ Burden | Supports Organ | Drug/Supplement | General Effect | Important Notes / Interactions | Drug/Supplement | Surgery Pause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — REPURPOSED DRUGS — | — REPURPOSED DRUGS — | — REPURPOSED DRUGS — | — REPURPOSED DRUGS — | |||||||
| Benzimidazoles (Mebendazole/ Fenbendazole) | With fat. Extremely poor absorption without dietary fat. | Fenbendazole (animal) or Mebendazole (human). Chew or crush tablets. | Benzimidazoles (Mebendazole/ Fenbendazole) | Liver (elevated liver enzymes possible). | Gut (local). | Benzimidazoles (Mebendazole/ Fenbendazole) | Inhibits microtubules and glucose transport. | NO Grapefruit (increases absorption drastically). May increase effect of blood thinners. | Benzimidazoles (Mebendazole/ Fenbendazole) | 3-7 days |
| Desloratadine | Independent of food. Often in the morning. | Tablet form (generic is fine). | Desloratadine | Kidneys/Liver (rare). | Immune system (histamine). | Desloratadine | Antihistamine. Stabilizes lysosomes. | Very safe. Few interactions. | Desloratadine | 0 days |
| Disulfiram | Independent of food. Morning or evening. | Antabuse (effervescent tablets). | Disulfiram | Liver (toxic risk) + Nervous system. | None. | Disulfiram | Copper chelator. Creates oxidative stress in cancer cells. | STRICT ALCOHOL BAN (including food/sauces). Take copper separately (morning). | Disulfiram | 3-7 days |
| Dipyridamole | Preferably without food (1 hour before). Or with food if gastric distress occurs. | Tablets / Extended release. | Dipyridamole | Blood vessels (low BP/headache). | Circulatory system. | Dipyridamole | Antiplatelet. Inhibits cell signaling. | Strong blood-thinning effect. Caution with low blood pressure. | Dipyridamole | 7-10 days (High bleeding risk) |
| Doxycycline | With food and a LARGE glass of water. Never before bedtime (corrosive). | Tablets. | Doxycycline | Stomach/Gut (microbiome). | None. | Doxycycline | Antibiotic. Inhibits mitochondria and stem cells. | No milk/calcium/magnesium 2 hours before/after. Sun sensitivity. | Doxycycline | 0 days |
| Aspirin (Low-dose) | With food. Irritates the stomach lining. | Enteric-coated (protects the stomach). | Aspirin (Low-dose) | Stomach/Mucosa (ulcers). | Cardiovascular. | Aspirin (Low-dose) | Blood thinner. COX-2 inhibitor. | Caution with other blood thinners. Alcohol increases risk of GI bleeding. | Aspirin (Low-dose) | 7 days (High bleeding risk) |
| Hydroxychloroquine | With food to reduce nausea. | Tablets. | Hydroxychloroquine | Eyes (Retina) and Heart. | Immune modulating. | Hydroxychloroquine | Autophagy inhibitor. | Can affect heart rhythm (QT prolongation). Requires eye exams for long-term use. | Hydroxychloroquine | 0-3 days |
| Ivermectin | With high-fat meal. Necessary for systemic absorption. | Tablets. | Ivermectin | Liver (mild). | None. | Ivermectin | Anti-parasitic. Inhibits growth factors/stem cells. | May interact with blood thinners (Warfarin). | Ivermectin | 3-5 days |
| LDN (Low-dose Naltrexone) | Bedtime (22:00-02:00) for endorphin boost. (For pain: any time). | Capsules/Liquid (compounded). 3-4.5 mg. | LDN (Low-dose Naltrexone) | Liver (rare at low dose). | Immune system. | LDN (Low-dose Naltrexone) | Immune regulator. Increases Natural Killer (NK) cells. | Do NOT take with morphine/opiates (negates pain relief). | LDN (Low-dose Naltrexone) | 1-2 days |
| Metformin | With main meals to reduce GI distress. Evening is most important. | Tablets. | Metformin | Kidneys (excretion). Stomach. | Blood sugar. | Metformin | Lowers insulin/IGF-1. Inhibits mitochondria. | Risk of B12 deficiency. Pause before CT scans with contrast (kidney risk). | Metformin | 1-2 days (or per anesthesia) |
| Propranolol | Independent of food. Morning/Noon. | Tablets. | Propranolol | Heart (lowers pulse/BP). | Heart. | Propranolol | Beta-blocker. Lowers stress hormones/adrenaline. | Masks symptoms of low blood sugar. Caution with asthma. | Propranolol | Consult anesthesia |
| Statins (Lipophilic) | Evening/Bedtime. Cholesterol is produced at night. | Atorvastatin/Simvastatin (Lipophilic penetrates cells better). | Statins (Lipophilic) | Liver, Muscles (pain). | Cardiovascular. | Statins (Lipophilic) | Inhibits Mevalonate pathway and stem cells. | NO Grapefruit. Depletes Q10 levels (take Q10 supplement!). | Statins (Lipophilic) | 1-3 days |
| — SUPPLEMENTS — | — SUPPLEMENTS — | — SUPPLEMENTS — | — SUPPLEMENTS — | |||||||
| AHCC | Empty stomach. Morning or before bedtime. | Standardized extract (expensive but necessary). | AHCC | None. | Immune (NK cells). | AHCC | Boosts the immune system. | Few interactions. | AHCC | 0 days |
| Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) | Empty stomach. 30 min before food. | R-Lipoic Acid (natural form) is best absorbed. | Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) | Stomach (acid). | Liver, nerves. | Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) | Antioxidant. Metabolic regulator. | May lower blood sugar (caution with Metformin/Insulin). | Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) | 3-5 days (bleeding risk) |
| Apigenin | With fat. | Dried parsley/chamomile or extract. | Apigenin | None. | Nervous system. | Apigenin | Anti-inflammatory. CD38 inhibitor. | May be sedative (potentiates sleep medication). | Apigenin | 3-5 days |
| Artemisinin | With fat (e.g., flaxseed oil). | Artemisinin or Artesunate (water-soluble). | Artemisinin | Liver (with long-term use). | None. | Artemisinin | Creates free radicals in cancer cells. | Take 4 hours away from antioxidants (Vit C/NAC) or it won’t work. | Artemisinin | 7 days |
| Astragalus | Independent of food. | Standardized root extract. | Astragalus | None. | Kidneys, heart, immune. | Astragalus | Telomerase activator. Immune modulating. | May counteract immunosuppressive medication. | Astragalus | 7 days (bleeding risk) |
| Berberine | Just before meal. Spread throughout the day. | Phytosome form increases absorption significantly. Otherwise HCL. | Berberine | Stomach/Gut. | Liver, blood sugar. | Berberine | Lowers sugar/insulin. Inhibits growth. | Inhibits CYP enzymes: Can increase toxicity of other drugs. | Berberine | 2 days |
| Boswellia | With fat. | Must contain high % AKBA. Preferably phytosome. | Boswellia | Stomach. | Joints, gut. | Boswellia | Anti-inflammatory (5-LOX). Brain edema. | May increase absorption of other medications. | Boswellia | 7 days |
| Cat’s Claw | Independent of food. | Bark extract (TOA-free is best). | Cat’s Claw | Stomach (high doses). | Immune, DNA. | Cat’s Claw | Immune stimulant. DNA repair. | Caution with blood thinners. | Cat’s Claw | 7-10 days |
| Coenzyme Q10 | With fat (Morning/Lunch). Not evening (energy). | Ubiquinol (active form) is best for elderly/ill. | Coenzyme Q10 | None. | Heart, kidneys, cells. | Coenzyme Q10 | Cellular energy. Protects heart during chemo. | Reduces effect of Warfarin (but not Aspirin). | Coenzyme Q10 | 7 days (bleeding risk) |
| Curcumin | With fat. | MUST be with black pepper (Piperine) or Liposomal/Phytosome. | Curcumin | Gallbladder (stones). | Liver, joints, gut. | Curcumin | Potent anti-inflammatory. NF-kB inhibitor. | Blood thinner. Potent liver enzyme inhibitor (caution with chemo). | Curcumin | 7-14 days (High bleeding risk) |
| DIM / I3C | With food. | DIM is better absorbed (I3C converts in the stomach). | DIM / I3C | Urine (dark). | Hormones. | DIM / I3C | Estrogen metabolism. | May alter drug metabolism in the liver. | DIM / I3C | 0 days |
| EGCG (Green Tea) | Empty stomach (preferred). Often taken with food for comfort. | Extract min. 45-50% EGCG. Caffeine-free? | EGCG (Green Tea) | Liver (at extreme doses). | Metabolism. | EGCG (Green Tea) | Angiogenesis inhibitor. | Do NOT take with Velcade (chemo). Blood thinner in high amounts. | EGCG (Green Tea) | 7 days |
| High-dose Vitamin C (IV) | CLINIC (Intravenous). | IV fluid. Requires G6PD test. | High-dose Vitamin C (IV) | Kidneys (stones), Veins. | Immune, energy. | High-dose Vitamin C (IV) | Pro-oxidant (kills cancer cells). | Timing relative to chemo is critical (ask clinic). Causes “false” low sugar on meters. | High-dose Vitamin C (IV) | Day before |
| Ginger | With food. | Root or extract (gingerols). | Ginger | Stomach (heartburn). | Stomach (nausea). | Ginger | Anti-inflammatory. Anti-emetic. | Blood thinner at therapeutic doses. | Ginger | 7 days |
| IP6 & Inositol | EMPTY STOMACH (Critical!). | Powder or capsules. | IP6 & Inositol | None. | Kidneys, Immune. | IP6 & Inositol | Increases NK cells. Normalizes cell division. | Do not take with food/minerals (binds to them). | IP6 & Inositol | 3 days (platelet effect) |
| Dandelion Root | Independent of food. | Root extract (not leaf/herb). | Dandelion Root | Gallbladder. | Liver, kidneys. | Dandelion Root | Apoptosis in certain cancers. | Cholagogue (caution with gallstones). Diuretic. | Dandelion Root | 0 days |
| Maitake | Independent of food. Preferably with Vit C. | D-fraction or MD-fraction extract. | Maitake | None. | Immune, blood sugar. | Maitake | Immune modulating. | May lower blood sugar. | Maitake | 0-2 days |
| Milk Thistle (Silymarin) | Independent of food. | Standardized to 80% Silymarin. Phytosome best. | Milk Thistle (Silymarin) | None (mild stomach). | Liver (protection). | Milk Thistle (Silymarin) | Liver protective. Antioxidant. | May affect breakdown of certain chemo types (ask oncologist). | Milk Thistle (Silymarin) | 0 days |
| Melatonin | Bedtime (darkness). 30-60 min before. | Tablets (Quick release usually preferred for cancer). | Melatonin | None. | Brain, gut. | Melatonin | Sleep. Cytotoxic to cancer cells. | May potentiate sedatives. | Melatonin | 0 days (inform anesthesia) |
| MCP (Modified Citrus Pectin) | Empty stomach. | Powder dissolved in warm water. | MCP (Modified Citrus Pectin) | Stomach (gas). | None. | MCP (Modified Citrus Pectin) | Galectin-3 inhibitor (stops metastasis). | Binds heavy metals and minerals. Take away from other meds. | MCP (Modified Citrus Pectin) | 0 days |
| NAC | Independent of food. | Capsules (smells like sulfur). | NAC | Stomach (irritation). | Lungs, liver. | NAC | Glutathione precursor. Mucolytic. | Caution with Platinum chemo (Cisplatin) – may protect cancer cells. | NAC | 2-3 days (bleeding risk) |
| Omega-3 | With fat. | Fish oil (high EPA/DHA). Check TOTOX (rancidity). | Omega-3 | None. | Brain, heart. | Omega-3 | Anti-inflammatory. Cell membranes. | Potent blood thinner. | Omega-3 | 7-14 days (Very important!) |
| Pau D’Arco | With food. | Inner bark (lapachol). Tea or capsules. | Pau D’Arco | Stomach (nausea). | Immune. | Pau D’Arco | NQO1 inhibitor. Anti-bacterial. | Vitamin K antagonist (blood thinner). | Pau D’Arco | 7 days |
| Probiotics | Empty stomach or light meal. | Multi-strain capsules. Enteric-coated. | Probiotics | Stomach (gas). | Gut, immune. | Probiotics | Restores microbiome. | Take at least 2-3 hours away from antibiotics (Doxycycline). | Probiotics | 0 days |
| Quercetin | With fat. | Phytosome or with Bromelain for absorption. | Quercetin | Kidneys (extreme dose). | Lungs, vessels. | Quercetin | Antioxidant. P53 activator. | Inhibits liver enzymes – drug interactions possible. | Quercetin | 3-5 days |
| Resveratrol | With fat (morning – for energy boost). | Trans-Resveratrol (active form). | Resveratrol | None. | Brain, heart. | Resveratrol | Sirtuin activator. Stem cell inhibitor. | Blood thinner. Estrogen-like effects (caution in breast cancer). | Resveratrol | 7 days |
| Selenium | Independent of food. | Selenium yeast (blend) often best absorbed. | Selenium | Toxicity at overdose. | Thyroid. | Selenium | Antioxidant. | Rarely interacts. Do not exceed dosage. | Selenium | 0 days |
| Black Walnut | Independent of food. | Tincture or capsules of green hull. | Black Walnut | Stomach. | Gut. | Black Walnut | Anti-parasitic (Juglone). | Contains juglone. Do not use with nut allergies. | Black Walnut | 0-3 days |
| Sulforaphane | Independent of food. | Activated (with Myrosinase) or fresh sprouts. | Sulforaphane | Stomach (gas). | Liver (detox). | Sulforaphane | Nrf2 activator. | May affect liver breakdown of medications. | Sulforaphane | 0 days |
| Turkey Tail | Independent of food. | Standardized extract (PSP/PSK). | Turkey Tail | None. | Immune. | Turkey Tail | Immune stimulant. Supports during chemo. | Very safe. Few interactions. | Turkey Tail | 0 days |
| Vitamin C (Oral) | Independent of food. | Buffered (calcium/sodium ascorbate) for the stomach. | Vitamin C (Oral) | Stomach (diarrhea). | Connective tissue. | Vitamin C (Oral) | Antioxidant. | High doses may cause loose stools (bowel tolerance). | Vitamin C (Oral) | 0 days |
| Vitamin D | With fat. Lunch/Evening. | Oil-based capsules (olive oil) are best. | Vitamin D | Kidneys (overdose). | Bones, immune. | Vitamin D | Regulates cell growth. | Remember Vitamin K2 (directs calcium away from arteries). | Vitamin D | 0 days |
See also: Block cancer energy pathways
See also: Quality of life and co-responsibility
See also: Repurposed drugs and chemotherapy
See also: Repurposed drugs and radiation therapy
Links
[1] About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, updated continuously)
- Content: A comprehensive and recognized database that describes in detail the mechanisms of action for herbs and dietary supplements. The database specifically states known interactions with chemotherapy and other medicines, as well as possible side effects, making it an important reference for safety.
[2] Circadian rhythms and cancer: implications for timing in cancer therapy (Springer, 2024)
- Content: A scientific article that reviews how the body’s circadian rhythm affects cancer treatment. It describes how correct timing of medication intake can increase the effectiveness of treatment and reduce toxicity for healthy cells.
[3] Herb-drug interactions in oncology: pharmacodynamic/pharmacokinetic mechanisms and risk prediction (National Institutes of Health, 2025)
- Content: A scientific review article that systematically maps the mechanisms by which herbs and cancer drugs interact. The article describes both how the body breaks down the substances and how they affect each other at the cellular level, which highlights the complexity that often makes doctors hesitant to combine treatments.
[4] Repurposing non-oncology small-molecule drugs to improve cancer therapy: Current situation and future directions (National Institutes of Health, 2021)
- Content: A scientific review that highlights the potential of using existing medications (such as heart and antibiotic drugs) for cancer treatment. The article reviews the mechanisms that make these “non-cancer drugs” effective in improving the results of traditional cancer therapy.
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