Cancer Support - Gerson Therapy, Issels, Supplements of Caution Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the three components of Gerson Therapy?
Organic plant-based diet with juices, specific supplements, and detoxification therapies.
What supplements are used in Gerson Therapy?
Potassium, thyroid hormones, pancreatic enzymes, Lugol’s solution, vitamin B3 and B12.
What detox practices are used in Gerson Therapy?
Coffee enemas, clay and castor oil packs.
What is the goal of hyperthermia therapy in cancer?
Heat triggers tumour heat shock proteins, aiding immune detection of tumour cells.
What is the rationale behind oxygen therapy in cancer?
Tumours thrive in hypoxia; oxygenation inhibits growth and enhances immune response.
What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)?
Breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised chamber to improve tissue oxygenation and immune function.
What are examples of oxygen-based therapies?
HBOT, ozone therapy, Kaqun water baths or consumption.
What is the controversy around folate in cancer?
Folate deficiency increases cancer risk, but excess may support tumour growth once formed.
Why must iron supplementation be approached cautiously in cancer?
Iron excess can fuel tumour growth; assess levels carefully.
What role does glutamine play in cancer?
It supports both healthy and cancer cells; supplementation should be cautious due to tumour uptake.
