Chapter 4 – Killing Infections and turning OFF Cancer Pathway Switches
What is a Herxheimer response?
A Herxheimer reaction (sometimes called a “Herx reaction”) is a temporary inflammatory response that can occur after treatment begins for certain infections, particularly spirochetal bacterial infections such as Lyme disease and syphilis. As large numbers of these organisms are killed, inflammatory substances and immune signaling molecules may be released, temporarily producing or worsening symptoms such as fever, chills, headache, nausea, fatigue, and muscle aches. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28077740/
If a Herxheimer reaction occurs, symptoms are usually temporary and often resolve within 12 to 24 hours. Management is generally supportive and may include adequate fluids, rest, and appropriate treatment for fever or discomfort. Because similar symptoms can also result from an allergic reaction, infection progression, medication side effects, or other problems, contact your healthcare provider if symptoms are severe, unusual, or persistent rather than automatically assuming they are a Herxheimer reaction. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557820/ Some protocols may also designed to be continued at lower maintenance doses after the initial treatment phase.
One of the biggest mistakes people make is assuming that feeling worse always means the treatment is failing. Sometimes it may simply mean that your body is responding to the rapid breakdown of infecting organisms. However, a Herxheimer response should never be assumed to explain every new symptom. Severe or persistent symptoms should always be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional. Learning to recognize the difference between a temporary die-off reaction and a treatment that is causing harm is an important part of using any antimicrobial protocol safely.
Hydrogen Peroxide (HP)
Why is Hydrogen Peroxide (HP) included here?
1. Hydrogen peroxide has generated considerable scientific interest in cancer research because of its complex role in cellular oxidation and reduction (redox) processes. Laboratory and preclinical studies have investigated whether selectively increasing hydrogen peroxide within cancer cells may contribute to cancer-cell death. Researchers have also studied hydrogen peroxide’s effects on apoptosis, oxidative stress, cellular signaling, and tumor metabolism. Much of this research remains experimental and should not be interpreted as evidence that drinking or nebulizing hydrogen peroxide has been proven to treat cancer in humans. A good place to begin your own research is PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=hydrogen+peroxide+and+Cancer
2. Hydrogen peroxide is an oxidizing agent, meaning it destroys infecting microbes through oxidation. Like chlorine dioxide, hydrogen peroxide gives up one oxygen atom that damages the outer membrane of bacteria, viruses, fungi, molds, and parasites, rendering them unable to function or reproduce.
3. Some practitioners may use 3% food-grade hydrogen peroxide in a nebulizer for approximately 5–10 minutes up to four times daily. Some protocols also include adding 1–4 drops of Lugol’s Liquid Iodine to increase antimicrobial activity especially for sinus and upper airway infections.
Healthy cells contain antioxidant enzymes, including catalase, which rapidly converts hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. Research has found that catalase expression or activity is reduced in some cancer cells compared with normal cells, although this varies considerably among different cancers. Because many cancer cells already operate under increased oxidative stress, researchers are investigating whether selectively increasing hydrogen peroxide or otherwise altering redox balance within cancer cells could push them toward apoptosis (programmed cell death). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38927877/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39447253/
One of the best-known protocols is explained in the book:
THE ONE MINUTE CURE
by Madison Cavanaugh
4. Some individuals have also reported applying 35% food-grade hydrogen peroxide directly to certain skin cancers. This approach is explained in the video below.
5. A reliable family-owned source for 35% Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide is: www.BulkPeroxide.com
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Why is Hydrogen Peroxide Controversial?
1. Healthy human cells contain protective antioxidant enzyme systems, including catalase and glutathione peroxidase, that help protect them from excessive oxidative damage. Hydrogen peroxide can also damage microorganisms through oxidative mechanisms, although different microorganisms vary considerably in their susceptibility and antioxidant defenses. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33995399/
2. One of the biggest safety concerns involves concentrated hydrogen peroxide, including products sold as “35% food-grade hydrogen peroxide.” Despite the term “food-grade,” this concentrated solution is highly corrosive and can cause serious injury if swallowed, inhaled, splashed into the eyes, or improperly handled.
However, supporters point out that the treatment protocols use very small amounts that are heavily diluted in distilled water before use.
For example:
- 3 drops of 35% HP in 6 ounces of distilled water equals approximately 0.10%
- 3 drops of 35% HP in 8 ounces equals approximately 0.08%
Hydrogen peroxide has well-established antimicrobial properties. Its oxidative activity can damage important microbial components, including proteins, membrane lipids, and nucleic acids, although the precise mechanisms vary among microorganisms and conditions. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22532463/
3. Some believe the low cost of hydrogen peroxide has limited commercial interest in conducting large clinical trials. Others argue that insufficient evidence currently exists to recommend it as a standard cancer treatment.
For that reason, examine the available evidence from multiple sources before drawing your own conclusions.
4. Several laboratory studies have suggested that hydrogen peroxide may have potential in cancer research.
One study published in the Journal of Cancer Science and Therapy reported inhibition of lung cancer cell growth.
Another study published in Cancer Letters demonstrated hydrogen peroxide-induced apoptosis in cultured breast cancer cells.
These findings are encouraging, but additional human clinical research is still needed to better understand both safety and effectiveness.
5. IMPORTANT
Do NOT take Vitamin C or other antioxidant supplements while actively following a hydrogen peroxide protocol. Supporters of these protocols believe antioxidants may neutralize hydrogen peroxide and reduce its oxidative activity.
Hydrogen peroxide remains one of the most controversial therapies in alternative healthcare. Some people dismiss it without ever studying it. Others accept it without asking enough questions. I encourage you to do neither.
Read the research. Listen to physicians and scientists on both sides of the discussion. Consider the clinical experiences that have been reported, but also recognize the need for additional high-quality human studies.
Then make an informed decision that is right for you.
Remember, my purpose is not to tell you what to think. My purpose is to help you learn how to think.
Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂)
What is it?
1. Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) is a simple molecule produced by combining 25% Sodium Chlorite (NaClO₂) with either 4% Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) or 50% Citric Acid. After approximately 30 seconds, the solution turns amber as chlorine dioxide is formed.
2. Chlorine dioxide is a powerful oxidizing agent. During oxidation, it damages the outer membrane, proteins, and DNA of bacteria, viruses, fungi, molds, and parasites, preventing them from functioning or reproducing. These oxidative reactions can inactivate susceptible bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms.
3. As infecting microbes are destroyed, some people experience a temporary Herxheimer (die-off) response as toxins are released into the body. Increasing your water intake may help your body eliminate these toxins more efficiently through the urine.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39256286/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37403321/
Why is Chlorine Dioxide included here?
1. Chlorine dioxide is included because of its exceptionally broad antimicrobial activity. Supporters report that it has been used against bacteria, viruses, fungi, molds, parasites, tuberculosis, malaria, and COVID-19.
2. Chlorine dioxide is also widely used in municipal water treatment and purification plants throughout the United States and Europe because of its effectiveness in destroying disease-causing microorganisms. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17397139/
The 3 Golden Rules
1. Symptoms improving?
Do not change anything. Continue taking the same dose you are currently using.
2. Feeling worse?
If you develop a headache, prolonged nausea, diarrhea, or other symptoms that suggest a Herxheimer response, reduce your dose by approximately 50%, but continue taking it if appropriate.
Increase your fluid intake to help your body eliminate the toxins released by the dying microbes.
3. Not getting better or worse?
If there are no signs of improvement, increase the dosage by moving to the next level of the protocol according to Jim Humble’s Health Recovery Guidebook LINKED below. Continue following that protocol for the recommended number of days before making additional changes.
IMPORTANT
Do NOT take Vitamin C or other antioxidant supplements while actively using Chlorine Dioxide.
Supporters of chlorine dioxide protocols believe antioxidants do neutralize its oxidative activity and reduce its effectiveness.
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Where can I purchase Chlorine Dioxide?
You can also find several options on Amazon by searching under: “Water Purification.”
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Chlorine dioxide is a controversial therapy discussed on this website. Some people believe it has tremendous potential because of its broad antimicrobial activity, while others strongly disagree with its use. My advice is simple: don’t let either side do all your thinking for you.
Study the available information. Read the published research. Listen carefully to experienced clinicians from different viewpoints. Then weigh the potential benefits, risks, and limitations before making your own decision.
As I have said throughout this website, my purpose is not to tell you what to think. My purpose is to help you learn how to think so you can make the best decisions possible for yourself and your family.
IODINE
What is Iodine?
1. Iodine is an essential trace mineral belonging to the halogen family of elements, along with bromine, chlorine, fluorine, and astatine. Although only small amounts are required, iodine plays an important role in normal metabolism and is absolutely necessary for the production of thyroid hormones.
2. Because the body cannot manufacture iodine, it must be obtained from the foods we eat or from supplementation. Good dietary sources include kelp, cod, oysters, eggs, dairy products, and Greek yogurt.
Why is Iodine included here?
1. Iodine is included because adequate iodine levels are essential for normal thyroid function, metabolism, immune function, and healthy cellular activity.
2. In addition to its role in thyroid health, iodine has demonstrated antibacterial, antiviral, anti-parasitic, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. Many clinicians have also reported encouraging clinical results using iodine as part of comprehensive treatment programs for thyroid, breast, ovarian, uterine, prostate, pancreatic, and other cancers.
Reference:
http://www.breastcancerchoices.org/index.html
How have we become so iodine deficient?
1. Iodine levels vary considerably among agricultural soils, and many regions have soils that are naturally low in bioavailable iodine. Crops grown in iodine-poor soils may therefore contain relatively little iodine. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29302664/
2. Several researchers believe that bromide and fluoride may compete with iodine for receptor sites within the body. During the 1970s, iodine was largely removed from commercial bakery products and replaced with bromide, while fluoride became widely used in toothpaste and municipal water systems. Many believe these changes have contributed to declining iodine levels.
3. People living inland generally consume less seafood than those living near coastal regions and may therefore receive less iodine from their diets.
4. Even iodized table salt may contribute less iodine than many people realize because iodine can gradually diminish during storage and processing. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18351111/
5. The current NIH Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for iodine is 150 micrograms (mcg) per day, which equals only 0.15 milligrams (mg). Many iodine researchers believe this amount is adequate to prevent severe deficiency but may not represent the optimal intake for everyone.
Nutrition with Judy video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jkpf2j-qNJk&t=236s&ab_channel=NutritionwithJudy
6. With declining iodine intake over the past several decades, many clinicians have reported seeing increasing numbers of thyroid disorders as well as breast, ovarian, uterine, prostate, and pancreatic cancers. While many factors likely contribute to these diseases, iodine deficiency has become an important area of ongoing research.
IMPORTANT BOOKS
Book #1
IODINE – Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It
Dr. David Brownstein, MD
Book #2
The Iodine Crisis
Lynne Farrow
Lynne’s book contains numerous questions and answers from iodine users along with practical information on detoxification, bromide elimination, and iodine supplementation.
Research website:
https://www.iodineresearch.com/research.html
Five Important Steps When Supplementing with Iodine
1. Salt Loading Protocol
Many iodine users have found a Salt Loading Protocol helpful in reducing symptoms believed to be associated with bromide detoxification. Dr. Brownstein explains this protocol in his book: https://www.drbrownstein.com/shop/p/salt-your-way-to-health
2. Pulse Dose Your Iodine
Many practitioners recommend stopping iodine supplementation for approximately 48 hours periodically to allow the kidneys to rest while continuing the companion nutrients Vitamin B2 and Vitamin B3.
3. Take Vitamin C
Many iodine protocols recommend taking Vitamin C throughout the day according to bowel tolerance.
4. Drink More Water
Proper hydration is extremely important while supplementing with iodine because it helps the kidneys eliminate unwanted substances released during detoxification.
5. Consider Zinc
Some iodine users who develop skin symptoms report improvement after adding approximately 25 mg of Zinc Gluconate daily.
How do I increase my iodine level?
1. Consider using these supplements that each contain both Iodine and Potassium Iodide, since the body utilizes both forms.
Optimox Iodoral
https://www.optimox.com/iodoral-iod-12.5/
Swanson Triple Iodine Complex
https://www.swansonvitamins.com/p/swanson-ultra-triple-iodine-complex-12-5-mg-60-veg-caps
Lugol’s Liquid Iodine contains both iodine and potassium iodide.
2. Vitamin B2 and B3 are commonly recommended as companion nutrients because they may help support and open the doors in the cells for iodine utilization.
Hakala Labs Testing:
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ATP Companion Nutrients:
3. If you prefer, ask your physician to measure your iodine level before beginning supplementation. Many people also choose to monitor thyroid function during long-term iodine use.
Suggested Starting Dosage
Many iodine users begin with 50–100 mg daily for approximately two weeks.
If this amount produces symptoms that are difficult to tolerate, reduce the dose to the highest level you can comfortably tolerate. Some experts feel that the discomfort is being caused by the elevated level of bromine being released into your system by the higher doses of Iodine. Once that bromine is flushed out through the urine, you should be feeling more normal. After this 2 week procedure is completed, your cell’s Iodine receptors will be available to receive the iodine so it can enter the cells to participate in the many parts of metabolism it was originally designed for.
Certain anions, including bromide, can compete with iodide at the sodium/iodide symporter (NIS), a membrane protein responsible for transporting iodide into certain cells. Reducing exposure to competing halides may therefore reduce competition for iodide transport, although the commonly used description of “flushing bromine off iodine receptors” has not been demonstrated in human clinical studies. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39877303/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15119938/
After the initial loading period, many individuals continue with a maintenance dose of 12.5–25 mg daily.
MUST VIEW VIDEO
Dr. Ken Berry & Dr. David Brownstein
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oix26uuBfZg&ab_channel=KenDBerryMD
Iodine is one of the most overlooked nutrients in modern healthcare. Whether you ultimately decide to supplement or not, I encourage you to spend the time to understand why so many experienced physicians have devoted much of their careers to studying it.
As with every topic on this website, don’t accept something simply because it is popular—or reject it because it is controversial. Read, study, ask questions, and continue learning. My goal is not to tell you what to think. My goal is to help you learn how to think so you can make informed decisions about your own health.
ASPIRIN
Why is Aspirin included here?
1. Aspirin is derived from compounds related to acetic acid (found in vinegar) and salicylic acid, which naturally occurs in willow bark as well as many fruits and vegetables. Research has shown that aspirin can inhibit NF-κB, an important protein involved in inflammation and cancer progression. By reducing NF-κB activity, aspirin may help slow tumor growth and has become an area of considerable interest in both cancer prevention and treatment. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41592353/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22893199/
2. Aspirin helps reduce blood clot formation by inhibiting COX-1, an enzymes involved in producing thromboxaneA2, a substance that causes platelets to stick together. For this reason, aspirin has long been used to help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9263351/
3. Some physicians recommend chewing aspirin at the first sign of a suspected heart attack because chewing non-enteric-coated aspirin can produce a faster antiplatelet effect than swallowing it whole. A suspected heart attack is a medical emergency—call 911 immediately. Discuss with your physician ahead of time whether taking aspirin while awaiting emergency medical care is appropriate for you. Current 2025 ACC/AHA guidelines recommend 162–325 mg of non-enteric-coated aspirin, chewed when possible. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22224124/
4. Aspirin has been studied for its potential role in reducing inflammation and vascular events that may contribute to cognitive decline. Earlier observational research raised the possibility that aspirin might help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. However, a large randomized controlled trial involving more than 19,000 older adults found that daily low-dose aspirin did not significantly reduce the risk of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, or cognitive decline. Research continues into the relationship between inflammation, vascular health, aspirin, and brain function. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32213642/
5. Aspirin remains an important medication for many appropriately selected individuals, particularly those with established cardiovascular disease. However, aspirin also increases the risk of major bleeding. In people without known cardiovascular disease, large randomized trials and meta-analyses have found that the reduction in cardiovascular events may be offset in part by an increased risk of major bleeding. For this reason, the decision to use long-term aspirin should be individualized according to a person’s cardiovascular risk, bleeding risk, medical history, and other medications. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30667501/
6. How much Aspirin should I take?
Low-dose aspirin, generally in the range of 75–100 mg once daily, is commonly used for long-term antiplatelet therapy when aspirin is medically indicated. In the United States, 81 mg is the most commonly available low-dose tablet. Higher doses may be used in certain circumstances, but they should not be started without appropriate medical guidance. Always discuss the appropriate dose with your healthcare provider, particularly if you have a history of stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, kidney disease, or are taking anticoagulant or other antiplatelet medications. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22315274/
Aspirin vs. Cancer
- Aspirin appears to influence the tumor microenvironment by reducing inflammation and affecting several processes that may promote tumor growth and metastasis. Research also suggests that aspirin’s effect on platelets may make it more difficult for cancer cells to survive and spread to other parts of the body. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41683716/
- Numerous studies have investigated whether regular aspirin use may reduce the risk of certain cancers, with some of the strongest evidence involving colorectal cancer. Long-term follow-up of randomized trials found reductions in colorectal cancer incidence and death among participants assigned to aspirin for several years. Aspirin’s anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet effects are among the possible explanations being studied. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20970847/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7wU4xn2OVw&t=412s
3. Aspirin reduces the formation of prostaglandins, hormone-like substances involved in inflammation and other processes that can contribute to cancer growth. Research suggests that aspirin may also affect several other pathways involved in cancer-cell growth, the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis), and the ability of cancer cells to spread. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33427041/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NQW8y8XppA
4. Researchers have also investigated whether aspirin may reduce the spread, or metastasis, of cancer. One important area of research involves platelets—the small blood cells involved in clotting—which can also help protect circulating cancer cells and assist them in spreading through the body. Because aspirin reduces platelet activity, researchers are studying whether this may be one way aspirin helps interfere with metastasis. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41683716/
https://royalsociety.org/blog/2022/11/aspirin-against-cancer/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvXVdtbo-_I&ab_channel=Dana-FarberCancerInstitute
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8426031/
https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/treatment/cancer-drugs/aspirin-and-cancer
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0166166
Aspirin may be one of the most inexpensive medications ever developed, yet it continues to surprise researchers with the number of biological pathways it appears to influence. Whether its greatest value ultimately proves to be in protecting the heart, reducing inflammation, lowering cancer risk, or a combination of all three remains an active area of research.
As with every topic on this website, I encourage you to study the available evidence carefully, discuss aspirin with your healthcare provider—especially if you are already taking blood thinners or have a history of bleeding—and then make an informed decision.
COCONUT OIL
How much should I take?
About 2 to 4 tablespoons twice daily.
Why is Coconut Oil included here?
1. Coconut oil contains approximately 50% lauric acid, a medium-chain fatty acid with well-documented antibacterial and antifungal properties. Lauric acid has been studied for its ability to help reduce a variety of infecting microbes.
2. Coconut oil may also improve oral health when held in the mouth for several minutes before swallowing (“oil pulling”). This practice may help reduce harmful bacteria that can migrate from the mouth to other areas of the body, including the heart and brain.
3. Coconut oil consists primarily of healthy saturated fats. Approximately 93% is saturated fat, 4% monounsaturated fat, and only 3% polyunsaturated fat. Because of its stability at higher temperatures, it is an excellent choice for cooking and frying.
4. Coconut oil is rapidly converted by the liver into ketones, which can provide an alternative source of energy for the brain during fasting or carbohydrate restriction. Many researchers are studying whether this metabolic advantage may also benefit individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological conditions.
https://www.cancerdefeated.com/which-oil-doesnt-cause-cancer
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One of the most well-known testimonies involving coconut oil comes from Dr. Mary Newport, whose husband experienced remarkable improvements after coconut oil was added to his diet.
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The Seed Oil Controversy
1. Industrially processed seed oils—including corn, soybean, canola, cottonseed, sunflower, palm kernel, and safflower oils—are commonly extracted using the chemical solvent hexane.
2. These oils are high in polyunsaturated fats, which are chemically less stable than saturated fats and are more susceptible to oxidation. Some researchers believe this oxidation contributes to chronic inflammation and may promote conditions favorable to tumor development.
3. Several researchers have suggested that reducing highly processed seed oils while increasing healthier fats such as coconut oil, butter, tallow, olive oil, avocado oil, and lard may help reduce inflammation and improve overall metabolic health.
4. Vitamin E has been suggested by some researchers as one way to help protect polyunsaturated fats from oxidation. However, avoiding highly processed seed oils altogether remains the preferred strategy for many clinicians who support metabolic approaches to health.
Must View on seed oils. The following presentation provides an excellent overview of the ongoing controversy surrounding seed oils versus traditional animal fats.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtEFArUfXJs
Saturated Fat and Heart Disease
The relationship between saturated fat and heart disease has remained one of the most debated topics in nutrition.
In 2015, the British Medical Journal published a review concluding that saturated fats were not associated with cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, stroke, or Type 2 diabetes.
Many supporters of metabolic nutrition therefore recommend obtaining fats primarily from sources such as coconut oil, butter, tallow, lard, olive oil, and avocado oil rather than highly processed industrial seed oils.
Coconut Oil vs. Cancer
1. Research dating back to at least 1945 has suggested that highly unsaturated processed seed oils may promote tumor formation, while saturated fats such as coconut oil have demonstrated protective effects in various experimental models.
2. In 1978, animals fed diets rich in coconut oil survived longer than animals consuming diets high in safflower oil.
3. In 1981, researchers reported that higher tumor yields were associated with increased unsaturation of mammary tissues.
4. In 1984, studies in mice found that diets high in corn oil or safflower oil produced more colon tumors, whereas coconut oil, olive oil, and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) showed no tumor-promoting effects.
Additional Potential Benefits
Research has also investigated coconut oil’s possible role in supporting:
- Bone health
- Diabetes
- Eye health
- Hair health
- Faster healing
- Immune function
- Liver health
- Brain function and cognition
- Radiation protection
- Improved sleep
- Reduced free radical damage
- Reduced inflammatory cytokines including Interleukins 1, 6, and 8
- Reduced histamine activity
Coconut oil has become one of the most misunderstood foods in modern nutrition. For years we were told to avoid saturated fats and replace them with highly processed vegetable oils. Today, that advice is being questioned by a growing number of physicians and researchers.
I encourage you to take the time to study both sides of the discussion. Follow the science wherever it leads, and don’t be afraid to change your opinion if better evidence becomes available. If coconut oil truly supports healthier metabolism, reduces inflammation, and provides a cleaner fuel source for the brain and body, it deserves serious consideration as part of an overall strategy for improving health.
ORANGES
Why are Oranges included here?
1. Oranges are one of the richest natural sources of flavonoids, vitamin C, citrus pectin, and other phytochemicals that have been studied for their potential to support normal immune function and healthy cellular metabolism.
2. Consider eating one orange every day, including some of the white pulp and, when appropriate, a small amount of the peel because these portions contain many of the beneficial flavonoids and citrus pectin.
3. Do NOT consume citrus fruits coated with “Apeel.” Apeel is promoted as a way to extend shelf life, including on some organic produce, but it remains controversial. If possible, choose untreated citrus fruits.
Dr. Josh Axe discusses this topic here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hC-azppd8bQ&ab_channel=Dr.JoshAxe
MODIFIED CITRUS PECTIN (MCP)
Why is Modified Citrus Pectin included here?
1. Citrus fruits contain more than 60 flavonoids concentrated primarily in the peel and pulp. These natural plant compounds have been studied for their ability to influence many metabolic pathways involved in inflammation, immunity, and cancer development.
2. Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) is a specially processed form of citrus pectin that is more easily absorbed than ordinary citrus pectin.
3. Research suggests MCP may:
- Help inhibit the growth of several cancers including stomach, cervical, breast, colon, brain, bone, and prostate cancers.
- Promote apoptosis (programmed cell death).
- Reduce inflammation.
- Support immune function.
- Chelate certain heavy metals.
- Enhance the effectiveness of some chemotherapy treatments.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dzmFAjQyzY
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqTDvDGAKnM&t=196s
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40902767/
Suggested Dose
Typical doses used are approximately
5 grams (5000 mg) daily
Scientific Interest in MCP
Research has investigated MCP for its possible ability to:
- Reduce breast and prostate cancer growth
- Increase urinary excretion of arsenic and other heavy metals
- Support healthy Galectin-3 regulation
VITAMIN C
Why is Vitamin C included here?
1. Vitamin C is one of the body’s major antioxidants and supports immune function, collagen production, wound healing, and many other important metabolic processes.
2. Dosage is often adjusted according to bowel tolerance. Many people begin with approximately 2,000–4,000 mg daily and gradually adjust the dose according to individual tolerance.
3. If you are following a bicarbonate protocol to increase body alkalinity, remember that ascorbic acid may lower pH, whereas ascorbate forms of Vitamin C are generally considered more alkalizing.
4. Liposomal Vitamin C is another option because the vitamin is enclosed in tiny lipid spheres (liposomes) that may improve absorption.
https://draxe.com/nutrition/liposomal-vitamin-c/
HIGH DOSE IV VITAMIN C (HDIVC)
Why is High Dose IV Vitamin C included here?
1. High Dose Intravenous Vitamin C (HDIVC) has been used by a number of integrative cancer clinics because intravenous administration can achieve blood levels far higher than are possible with oral Vitamin C.
2. The Oasis of Hope Hospital in Mexico has reported encouraging clinical experience combining HDIVC with Amygdalin (Laetrile/Vitamin B-17).
3. Some clinicians also combine whole-body hyperthermia (raising body temperature to approximately 104–106°F) with HDIVC. They believe hyperthermia activates apoptosis and may improve the effectiveness of intravenous Vitamin C against cancer cells.
4. Proper medical monitoring is essential throughout hyperthermia and intravenous Vitamin C treatments.
Interesting Viewing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UY9aoro2pM&ab_channel=PersonalizedMedicine
IMPORTANT RESOURCE — SAVE THIS LINK
Here is the LINK to their FREE PDF from the Oasis of Hope covering HDIVC and amygdalin options and a lot more.
https://39504325.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/39504325/Art%20of%20Undermining%20Cancer.pdf
Additional Resources
Modified Citrus Pectin
https://econugenics.com/blogs/news/modified-citrus-pectin-uses-the-science-behind-it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dzmFAjQyzY&t=154s&ab_channel=EcoNugenicsMarketing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJ1CmUPg5q4&ab_channel=RockstarReviews
Oranges & Cancer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqTDvDGAKnM&t=315s&ab_channel=TheMossReport
One of the reasons I like natural citrus products is that they don’t provide just one helpful compound—they provide an entire family of nutrients that appear to work together. Vitamin C, citrus flavonoids, citrus pectin, and Modified Citrus Pectin each contribute in different ways. Rather than thinking of these as separate therapies, I see them as complementary tools that may help support your body’s own defenses while also working alongside many other natural approaches discussed throughout this website.
To add one more deadly arrow to the killing of cancer, consider Bitter Apricot seeds that contain amygdalin also called laetrile or vitamin B-17 and see Chapter 4.
Here is the LINK to their FREE PDF from the Oasis of Hope covering HDIVC and amygdalin options and a lot more.
Source for MCP and to Learn more about the effectiveness of Modified Citrus Pectin
https://econugenics.com/blogs/news/modified-citrus-pectin-uses-the-science-behind-it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dzmFAjQyzY&t=154s&ab_channel=EcoNugenicsMarketing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJ1CmUPg5q4&ab_channel=RockstarReviews
For more see this sites below and Search Oranges & Cancer on the web.
https://www.aicr.org/cancer-prevention/food-facts/oranges-phytocompounds-have-potential-to-protect-against-cancer/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqTDvDGAKnM&t=315s&ab_channel=TheMossReport