Treatment options and pricing
Browse and click below to book any of our available service.
Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Initial Consultation
Included in the Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Initial Consultation
Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Follow-up Consultation
Included in the Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Follow-up Consultation
15 to 60 minutes. Costs range depending on the length of the consultation
Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Testing
Included in the Metabolic Approach to Cancer: Testing
As part of this approach, there is also a need for ongoing blood monitoring as the metabolic approach uses precision-based medicine. Costs for individual tests can range from £150 to £650 or more for specialised testing.
Common Q&A about Metabolic Approach to Cancer
Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.
Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
The Metabolic Approach to Cancer targets the unique energy metabolism of cancer cells. It aims to disrupt the processes that cancer cells use to fuel their growth, such as glucose and glutamine metabolism and focuses on optimizing the body's environment to inhibit cancer growth.
Cancer cells primarily rely on aerobic glycolysis, also known as the Warburg effect, even in the presence of oxygen, to generate energy. This is less efficient than normal cells’ use of oxidative phosphorylation but allows rapid growth and proliferation.
Key strategies include:
- Dietary interventions like the ketogenic diet to starve cancer cells of glucose.
- Nutrient optimization to support immune function.
- Detoxification and reducing exposure to environmental toxins.
- Targeting specific cancer metabolic pathways, like blocking glucose or glutamine metabolism.
Diet plays a crucial role, with a focus on reducing sugar and carbohydrates, which cancer cells heavily rely on for energy. A ketogenic diet, which is high in fats and low in carbs, is often recommended to deprive cancer cells of glucose while supporting normal cells that can adapt to burning fat for energy.
Yes, it can often complement conventional treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. By targeting cancer cells' metabolism, it may help make them more vulnerable to standard therapies, reduce side effects, and improve overall outcomes.
There is growing research supporting aspects of the metabolic theory of cancer, including the Warburg effect, and studies on ketogenic diets in cancer. However, more large-scale clinical trials are needed to fully establish its effectiveness and safety in cancer treatment.
A ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and very low-carb diet that forces the body to switch from using glucose as its primary energy source to using fats (and ketones). Since cancer cells rely heavily on glucose, this diet is believed to "starve" them while allowing normal cells to thrive.
Yes, specific supplements such as Berberine, quercetin, curcumin, and resveratrol are often recommended to support the metabolic pathways that hinder cancer growth. However, supplement use should be personalized and monitored by a healthcare professional.
Detoxification is considered important in this approach because toxins can fuel cancer development and impair the immune system. Reducing toxic load, optimizing liver function, and eliminating heavy metals and environmental toxins are often emphasized.
The approach aims to create an environment in the body that is less favorable for cancer growth, which may help reduce the likelihood of recurrence. By optimizing metabolism, strengthening the immune system, and reducing inflammation, this approach may help maintain long-term remission.
Symptom checker
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please book an appointment with us. Symptoms can vary from person to person and from condition to condition.A proper diagnosis can only be made through a thorough medical examination.
Our clinicians will carry out a full assessment to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care.
Are you living with cancer and want to support your body beyond standard care?
The metabolic approach to cancer at The Health Suite looks at the whole person, not just the tumour, and helps identify metabolic, nutritional, inflammatory, and lifestyle factors that may influence wellbeing and recovery.
Do you experience persistent fatigue or low energy during or after cancer treatment?
Cancer and its treatment often affect metabolism and mitochondria. A metabolic assessment can identify energy imbalances and support personalised strategies to help improve vitality.
Are you noticing changes in appetite, weight, or how your body processes food?
Changes in digestion and nutrient metabolism commonly occur with cancer or treatment. Understanding metabolic function may suggest dietary adaptations tailored to your body’s unique needs.
Do you want to understand how inflammation and metabolism affect your health right now?
Inflammation, oxidative stress, hormone balance, and immune function can all interact with metabolic health. A metabolic approach looks at these areas to support overall resilience.
Have conventional tests not explained your symptoms fully?
Standard testing doesn’t always assess deeper metabolic health. Metabolic profiling and terrain‑based evaluation can reveal imbalances that might contribute to symptoms or recovery challenges.
Are you interested in strategies that may complement your conventional cancer care plan?
Functional medicine and metabolic assessments can be used alongside standard treatments to support nutrition, stress response, metabolic balance, and personalised care goals.
What we treat
At The Health Suite Leicester, our private medical clinic offers expert care whenever you need it. Our team of experienced GPs and healthcare professionals provide personalised diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions, ensuring high-quality, professional care in a comfortable setting.
Click below to view useful info on a few of the common conditions we treat:
Metabolic Imbalances in Cancer Care
We assess energy production, nutrient status, and cellular metabolism to guide supportive strategies aimed at improving resilience and supporting metabolic health during cancer care.
Inflammation & Oxidative Stress Modulation
Persistent inflammation and oxidative stress can impact wellbeing. A metabolic approach looks at diet, lifestyle, and targeted support to help reduce chronic inflammatory burden.
Hormonal & Stress Response Support
Cancer and treatment can affect hormone balance and stress pathways. Metabolic evaluation considers these influences and helps tailor supportive strategies for better hormonal and emotional regulation.
Personalised Nutritional Strategies
Nutrition is a cornerstone of metabolic support; plans are designed to align with an individual’s metabolic profile and treatment context, promoting better nourishment and functional balance.
Metabolic Resilience & Whole‑Body Support
Rather than focusing only on tumour size, this approach evaluates the “terrain” — the host’s metabolic environment — and supports the whole person to improve quality of life and overall function.
many more
Our clinicians manage a broad spectrum of conditions, and individual assessment allows us to tailor care beyond the examples listed. We encourage you to book a consultation to discuss your symptoms and appropriate treatment options.
