How The Gerson Therapy Supplements Work

The Gerson Therapy supplements include the following:

Potassium

Dr. Gerson spent many years experimenting and designing a program to reverse first tuberculosis and then cancer growth. He came to realize that injury to the cells of the body, which he termed ‘tissue damage syndrome’, was the basis for the development of cancer. Through poor diet and toxic environmental exposures, the damage occurs by oxygen starvation of the cells and direct trauma. Dr. Gerson observed that whatever the insult, the cells loose potassium, and take on sodium which in turn make the cells swell with excess water causing edema. When this happens the cell is unable to produce Adenosine-5′-triphosphate (ATP), which is the energy storage compound of the body, thus protein synthesis and lipid metabolism is inhibited. This, of course, will also have a detrimental effect on all systems and organs of the body, such as the immune system and proper liver function.

By supplying the body with highly concentrated nutrition in the form of an organic, low sodium vegan diet and up to 13 freshly made juices daily, the cells are flooded with nutrients, antioxidants and high amounts of potassium, to replenish depleted cells and restore proper sodium-potassium balance.

A potassium compound is added to the juices for additional fortification.

Digestive Enzymes

Since proper digestion and assimilation is crucial, digestive enzymes in the form of hydrochloric acid and pancreatin is supplemented with meals.

Proteolytic Enzymes

Inflazyme Forte consists of additional pancreatic enzymes and proteolytic enzymes which help digest protein. Dr. Gerson was aware of the role of pancreatic enzymes in the digestion of tumor tissue. There is much research continuing today on enzyme therapy in relation to cancer. It is felt that pancreatic enzymes taken between meals go directly into the blood where they digest abnormal proteins, viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi and cancer cells.

Thyroid Supplementation

The thyroid gland regulates the body’s metabolism. On a cellular level it signals for the cells to replicate and to make more energy in the form of Adenosine-5′-triphosphate (ATP). Since unhealthy and weakened cells are unable to do this properly, Dr. Gerson prescribes thyroid supplementation.

Lugol’s Solution

Lugol’s solution which consists of potassium iodide is used in conjunction with the thyroid supplements, as it delivers iodine to the cells where it promotes the synthesis of thyroid hormones and also promotes cell differentiation which helps malignant cells return to normal structure.

CoQ10

CoQ10 is a nutrient which increases energy production at the cellular level and a powerful antioxidant which can repair damaged cells. Studies show that CoQ10 restores energy production and when combined with niacinamide also protects neurons.

Rebuilding the Liver

Along with restoring healthy cellular function and supporting healthy immune function, Dr. Gerson found that detoxifying and rebuilding the liver was of paramount importance. The liver is the master organ of detoxification. In his experience, one could not recover from cancer with a weakened toxic liver and in fact, he believed that if the liver was healthy, cancer would not develop. The liver has many functions including filtering the blood of all toxins. To aid the liver in this process he utilized coffee enemas. There is a substance in coffee, which stimulates a major enzyme system in the liver, which is capable of removing a vast variety of toxins from the bloodstream. It has been shown that coffee enemas increase glutathione, an important antioxidant found in all cells of the body and supporting liver detoxification. The coffee enema also dilates the bile ducts which allow better flow of toxic laden bile into the intestines for elimination.

Organic Desiccated Liver Capsules and Crude Liver Injections

To help fortify and rebuild the liver, we use organic desiccated liver capsules which provide minerals, enzymes and other liver substances to replenish the sick liver. The crude liver injections also return some vitamins, enzymes and minerals needed by the liver. Liver extract was substituted about 20 years ago to the original liver juice prescribed by Dr. Gerson as it became impossible to find healthy calf liver. Later on, just about a couple of years ago, the recommended Mexican source of liver became problematic as well, with the current contamination with mad cow disease and we replace it at this time with a New Zealand or Argentinean liver extract.

Vitamin B12 Injections

Vitamin B12 is added to the liver injection to help build healthy red blood cells. There are two forms of B12: Cyanocobalamin and Methylcobalamin. Cyanocobalamin is the synthetic form and Methylcobalamin is the natural more absorbable form that we recommend and use.

Niacin

Niacin, which is one of the B vitamins (vitamin B3) is given to increase circulation of the blood to all tissues. It also helps bring back sufficient glycogen into the liver, which is the way it stores energy from sugar.

Flaxseed Oil

Flaxseed oil is rich in essential fatty acids of the omega-3 series. This is the only fat allowed in the program. It contains lignans (phytoestrogens) which help prevent cancer and provide building blocks for healthy cell membranes. Dr. Gerson through experimentation found that flaxseed oil was the only oil that was not stimulating cancer growth. He found inspiration in the work of, Johanna Budwig, a biochemist who gave her name to the famous breakfast made of fresh ground buckwheat and seeds, lemon, cottage cheese, fruits, honey and flaxseed oil. Johanna Budwig was one the first scientist to alert the world about the connection between trans fatty acids, such as margarine and cancer.

Each of the supplements in the Gerson Therapy program has a very specific purpose and work synergetically in the healing of cancer.