Evidence supporting the use of: Alkylglycerols
For the health condition: Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Alkylglycerols (AKGs), naturally occurring ether lipids found in high concentrations in shark liver oil and human bone marrow, have been explored for their potential to support cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, particularly in mitigating certain side effects. The interest in AKGs originated from observations that populations consuming shark liver oil experienced better resistance to infections and improved healing, which led to scientific investigations in the 20th century. Some preclinical and small clinical studies have suggested that AKGs may enhance hematopoiesis (the formation of blood cells), support immune function, and potentially reduce leukopenia (a reduction in white blood cell count) caused by chemotherapy. For instance, a few studies from the 1990s and early 2000s reported that AKG supplementation led to improved white blood cell counts and shorter durations of neutropenia in cancer patients receiving cytotoxic therapy. The proposed mechanisms include stimulation of macrophage and granulocyte activity as well as modulation of cytokine production. However, the overall quality and size of these studies are limited, with few randomized controlled trials and inconsistent methodologies. Larger, well-controlled clinical trials are lacking, and thus the evidence for AKGs’ effectiveness in reducing chemotherapy side effects remains preliminary and not widely endorsed by mainstream oncology guidelines. In summary, while there is some scientific basis for their use, current evidence is limited, inconsistent, and insufficient for strong recommendations.
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