Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
For the health condition: Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has been explored as an adjunct to chemotherapy, particularly for its potential to reduce side effects and improve quality of life during cancer treatment. The rationale is based on its antioxidant properties, which could theoretically mitigate oxidative stress and tissue damage caused by some chemotherapeutic agents. Early laboratory and small clinical studies suggested possible benefits, including reduced fatigue, nausea, and improved immune function. High-dose intravenous vitamin C has also been investigated for its potential to selectively target cancer cells while protecting normal tissues. However, results from clinical trials are mixed and mostly inconclusive. Larger, well-controlled studies generally fail to demonstrate a significant reduction in chemotherapy side effects attributable to vitamin C, and some experts express concern that antioxidants could interfere with the efficacy of certain chemotherapies by reducing oxidative damage to cancer cells. Guidelines from major cancer organizations (such as ASCO and the American Cancer Society) do not recommend routine use of vitamin C during chemotherapy, except to correct deficiency. In summary, while there is scientific interest and some preliminary research, current evidence supporting the use of vitamin C to reduce chemotherapy side effects is limited and not robust. Further large-scale, rigorous clinical trials are needed to clarify its efficacy and safety in this context.

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