> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://myhealingcommunity.gitbook.io/myhealingcommunity-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://myhealingcommunity.gitbook.io/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/overview.md).

# Overview

This library contains the evidence-based topic hubs for natural medicines used or discussed in integrative oncology, including newer compound overviews such as Withaferin A (WFA).

It also includes mechanism-focused and delivery-focused guidance where autophagy blockade, absorption, exposure, and safety shape clinical relevance.

### What this library includes

Each compound topic is organised into:

* overview
* evidence summary
* evidence by cancer type
* mechanisms
* safety and interactions
* dosing and timing
* sourcing and formulation quality

Some topics also include delivery-focused guidance where liposomal use, formulation choices, and safety need separate coverage.\
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If you don't know what Liposomal formulations are you may want to start by reading:\
[Liposomal Encapsulation of Anti-cancer Compounds](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/liposomal-encapsulation-of-anti-cancer-compounds.md)

### Current compound topics

* [Apigenin in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/apigenin-in-oncology.md)
* [Berberine in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/berberine-in-oncology.md)
* [Boswellia in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/boswellia-in-oncology/boswellia-in-oncology-overview.md)
* [Curcumin in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/curcumin-in-oncology/curcumin-in-oncology-overview.md)
* [Deuterium-Depleted Water (DDW)](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/deuterium-depleted-water-ddw.md)
* [EGCG in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/egcg-in-oncology/egcg-in-oncology-overview.md)
* [Melatonin in Oncology - Study Notes](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/melatonin-in-oncology-study-notes.md)
* [Polydatin in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/polydatin-in-oncology/polydatin-in-oncology-overview.md)
* [Silymarin / Milk Thistle in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/silymarin-milk-thistle-in-oncology/silymarin-milk-thistle-in-oncology-overview.md)
* [Urolithin A in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/urolithin-a-in-oncology.md)
* [Withaferin A (WFA) in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/withaferin-a-wfa-in-oncology.md)

### Terrain Supports

* [L. reuteri in Oncology](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/terrain-support/l.-reuteri-in-oncology.md)
* [Pu‑erh tea](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/terrain-support/pu-erh-tea.md)

### What this library is for

Use this library when you want an evidence-based view of a specific natural medicine or food, including what it is, how it works, where the evidence is strongest, and what practical or clinical questions matter most.

Use the [liposomal-delivery hub](/myhealingcommunity-docs/natural-medicines/liposomal-encapsulation-of-anti-cancer-compounds.md) when the main question is why liposomes matter, how to use them, or how to approach liposomal melatonin and ivermectin more safely.

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