Exploring the Science Behind Organic Foods, Farmworker Health and Cancer Risks, and the Controversial Congressional Bill Shielding Pesticide Manufacturers

Researched and written by Keith Bishop, Clinical Nutritionist, Cancer Coach, Retired Pharmacist and Founder of Prevail Over Cancer.

As cancer rates continue to rise across the U.S., especially in agricultural states like Iowa, many are asking: could the food we eat—and how it’s grown—be part of the problem?

🚜 Conventional Produce and Pesticide Exposure

Conventional fruits and vegetables are often grown with synthetic pesticides and herbicides, including glyphosate, malathion, and chlorpyrifos—chemicals classified as probable or possible human carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). While regulatory agencies like the EPA set limits on residue levels, recent studies suggest that even low-level, chronic exposure may contribute to cancer risk.

📍 Who’s Most at Risk?

• Farmworkers and pesticide applicat...

Alpha Lipoid Acid: Anticancer | Chemotherapy & Radiation Sensitizer | Neuropathy Reduction

Written by Keith Bishop, Clinical Nutritionist, B.Sc. Pharmacy, Author
Written: 08/20/2023   Updated 03/25/2024

While conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation have been the cornerstone of cancer therapy, researchers are continually exploring ways to enhance their effectiveness and reduce side effects. One promising compound that has emerged in recent scientific discussions is alpha-lipoic acid (ALA). This powerful antioxidant might play a significant role in supporting cancer treatment.

What is Alpha-Lipoic Acid?

Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA aka thioctic acid) is a naturally occurring compound that's vital for cellular energy production. It's unique because it's both water and fat-soluble, allowing it to work in every cell or tissue in the body. Beyond its primary role in energy metabolism, ALA is renowned for its antioxidant properties, helping to neutralize harmful free radicals a...