is plant based The Best option or not?
It almost goes without saying that a vegetarian diet is overall a healthier option than a non-vegetarian one; this has been established in the mainstream by irrefutable evidence. (1-4)
However there is no license therein to live on fried, sugary or processed foods. A deeper more fuller understanding of diet will reveal that a ‘LOW FAT PLANT BASED WHOLE FOOD DIET’ is not only the optimum survival tool for the human being but ultimately the most satisfying option. (5)
Herein you will find abundant validation of this through research and argument from a variety of perspectives.
However there is no license therein to live on fried, sugary or processed foods. A deeper more fuller understanding of diet will reveal that a ‘LOW FAT PLANT BASED WHOLE FOOD DIET’ is not only the optimum survival tool for the human being but ultimately the most satisfying option. (5)
Herein you will find abundant validation of this through research and argument from a variety of perspectives.
Personalized diet from me to you
1. A diagnostic study of the pulse and tongue according to the traditions of Chinese medicine and the analysis of symptoms and the detailing of the medical history. From this a clear picture will develop of the constitution, health of the internal organs and any underlying pathology.
2. Dietary suggestions based on the research of both the Gerson therapy and Low-Fat plant based diets (as pioneered by Ornish, McDougal, Barnard, Kempner, Greger, Pritikin, Campbell and Esselstyn)
3. These two will be then integrated to create a personalized nutritional plan
1. A diagnostic study of the pulse and tongue according to the traditions of Chinese medicine and the analysis of symptoms and the detailing of the medical history. From this a clear picture will develop of the constitution, health of the internal organs and any underlying pathology.
2. Dietary suggestions based on the research of both the Gerson therapy and Low-Fat plant based diets (as pioneered by Ornish, McDougal, Barnard, Kempner, Greger, Pritikin, Campbell and Esselstyn)
3. These two will be then integrated to create a personalized nutritional plan
The Case for Plant Based Low Fat Diet
We know that milk does not originate in a supermarket but do we know the painful truth of the dairy industry. That cows are forcefully and artificially inseminated (6-8) and live less than a quarter of their potential 20 year lifespan (9,10) due to the disease and injury that the intensive farming methods endure them to suffer. (11-14)
Young cows produce more milk, after 5 years a cow is so worn out and ill from the abuse that it ceases to be productive and is therefore slaughtered.
A new born calf is most often taken away from its mother within a few days which causes great trauma to both, all so that humans can partake in the milk. The crying of mother and calf due to the separation is so painful to hear that one can no longer make the convenient assumption that animals do not feel. (15,16)
The male calves are all too often doomed to the veal industry, confined in crates with restricted movement that creates a more ‘tender’ meat, their life span just a few weeks or months (17,18)
The female calves enter into an industry that massively supplements them with hormones forcing milk yields to several times their natural output. (19-27)
Prior to the nationwide crisis of mad cow disease, manufactured cow feed contained up to 70% animal protein mostly made up of bovine bone tissue and blood. (28) The process of feeding a herbivorous animal its own kind spread the deadly disease alarmingly quickly. Although the government subsequently mainly prohibited this practice, calf milk formula still contains slaughterhouse blood (29) and cow feed pellets bizarrely contain chicken manure and 10% animal proteins whilst pigs lambs and chickens are fed waste from dead cows.
With this in mind there will be no surprise that 70% of cows are infected with Bovine AIDS, either Bovine Immunodeficiency Virus BIV or Bovine Leukaemia Virus BLV. (30-32)
The pasteurization of milk is reported to break these viruses into fragments that can be then incorporated into human DNA/RNA. The risk of Leukaemia is increased with milk consumption and dairy farmers are particularly vulnerable to it. (33,34)
Painful inflammation of the mammary glands, or mastitis, is common among cows raised for their milk, there are many bacteria that can cause the inflammation, one of which is E. coli. (35) Symptoms are not always visible, so milk’s somatic cell count (SCC) is checked to determine whether the milk is infected. Somatic cells include white blood cells which in humans are called ‘PUS’ cells
The dairy industry is allowed to sell milk which has up to 7.5 times higher amount of the puss as that of a normal count (36-38)
Research has also demonstrated that exposure to the high estrogen levels in milk can decrease testosterone levels in men thus increasing the risk of male reproductive disorders. (39,40)
We know that milk does not originate in a supermarket but do we know the painful truth of the dairy industry. That cows are forcefully and artificially inseminated (6-8) and live less than a quarter of their potential 20 year lifespan (9,10) due to the disease and injury that the intensive farming methods endure them to suffer. (11-14)
Young cows produce more milk, after 5 years a cow is so worn out and ill from the abuse that it ceases to be productive and is therefore slaughtered.
A new born calf is most often taken away from its mother within a few days which causes great trauma to both, all so that humans can partake in the milk. The crying of mother and calf due to the separation is so painful to hear that one can no longer make the convenient assumption that animals do not feel. (15,16)
The male calves are all too often doomed to the veal industry, confined in crates with restricted movement that creates a more ‘tender’ meat, their life span just a few weeks or months (17,18)
The female calves enter into an industry that massively supplements them with hormones forcing milk yields to several times their natural output. (19-27)
Prior to the nationwide crisis of mad cow disease, manufactured cow feed contained up to 70% animal protein mostly made up of bovine bone tissue and blood. (28) The process of feeding a herbivorous animal its own kind spread the deadly disease alarmingly quickly. Although the government subsequently mainly prohibited this practice, calf milk formula still contains slaughterhouse blood (29) and cow feed pellets bizarrely contain chicken manure and 10% animal proteins whilst pigs lambs and chickens are fed waste from dead cows.
With this in mind there will be no surprise that 70% of cows are infected with Bovine AIDS, either Bovine Immunodeficiency Virus BIV or Bovine Leukaemia Virus BLV. (30-32)
The pasteurization of milk is reported to break these viruses into fragments that can be then incorporated into human DNA/RNA. The risk of Leukaemia is increased with milk consumption and dairy farmers are particularly vulnerable to it. (33,34)
Painful inflammation of the mammary glands, or mastitis, is common among cows raised for their milk, there are many bacteria that can cause the inflammation, one of which is E. coli. (35) Symptoms are not always visible, so milk’s somatic cell count (SCC) is checked to determine whether the milk is infected. Somatic cells include white blood cells which in humans are called ‘PUS’ cells
The dairy industry is allowed to sell milk which has up to 7.5 times higher amount of the puss as that of a normal count (36-38)
Research has also demonstrated that exposure to the high estrogen levels in milk can decrease testosterone levels in men thus increasing the risk of male reproductive disorders. (39,40)
The danger of dairy
Despite the best efforts of the dairy industry’s advertising campaigns, which in the US involves a budget of more than $200 million every year, (41-45) there is irrefutable scientific evidence proving that a consumption of dairy products will impact poorly on bone health (46) and increase the risk of fractures. (47-50)
It has been found that consumption of animal proteins will raise the body’s PH levels. (51,52) The body then tries to neutralise the increased acidity by leaching calcium and other alkaline materials from the bones (thus decreasing bone density) and other organs. (53)
The fat and estrogen content in dairy products has been linked to an increased risk of colon, breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. (54-56)
Furthermore, countless studies have shown that dairy products may have a causal effect on diabetes, obesity, heart attacks, bone fractures and many cancers. (57-66)
One serving of dairy per day can increase the risk of death from breast cancer by 49% and prostate cancer by 34%. There is an overall increase in risk of death from all causes by 64%. (67,68)
Another alarming study has shown that daily consumption of cow’s milk will significantly increase the risk of diabetes in children. (69-71)
It is a great irony that milk and dairy products are marketed as a healthy contribution to the calcium levels in the body for the development of strong bones and teeth, whereas there have never been any reported cases of human calcium deficiency documented in scientific journals. Furthermore, it has been proven that milk consumption will decrease bone density. (72-74)
Scientists have noticed that the overwhelming and ever-increasing consumption of milk products has been accompanied by increased levels of tumour growth, which has been found to relate to IGF1 levels. IGF1 occurs naturally but in high quantities in cow’s milk, it is well known as a potent carcinogen, decreasing cell proliferation (cell death) and allowing latent tumours to grow.(75-79)
IGF1 is one of the many hormones that remain in the milk beyond the process of pasteurisation. An average of 450 drugs can be given to farmed animals. Residues of these are found in milk products and meat and the great danger is that the toxicity of exposure by human consumption is not tested. (80-88)
In the United States, 80% of all antibiotics produced are fed to farm animals. (89-91)
Despite the best efforts of the dairy industry’s advertising campaigns, which in the US involves a budget of more than $200 million every year, (41-45) there is irrefutable scientific evidence proving that a consumption of dairy products will impact poorly on bone health (46) and increase the risk of fractures. (47-50)
It has been found that consumption of animal proteins will raise the body’s PH levels. (51,52) The body then tries to neutralise the increased acidity by leaching calcium and other alkaline materials from the bones (thus decreasing bone density) and other organs. (53)
The fat and estrogen content in dairy products has been linked to an increased risk of colon, breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. (54-56)
Furthermore, countless studies have shown that dairy products may have a causal effect on diabetes, obesity, heart attacks, bone fractures and many cancers. (57-66)
One serving of dairy per day can increase the risk of death from breast cancer by 49% and prostate cancer by 34%. There is an overall increase in risk of death from all causes by 64%. (67,68)
Another alarming study has shown that daily consumption of cow’s milk will significantly increase the risk of diabetes in children. (69-71)
It is a great irony that milk and dairy products are marketed as a healthy contribution to the calcium levels in the body for the development of strong bones and teeth, whereas there have never been any reported cases of human calcium deficiency documented in scientific journals. Furthermore, it has been proven that milk consumption will decrease bone density. (72-74)
Scientists have noticed that the overwhelming and ever-increasing consumption of milk products has been accompanied by increased levels of tumour growth, which has been found to relate to IGF1 levels. IGF1 occurs naturally but in high quantities in cow’s milk, it is well known as a potent carcinogen, decreasing cell proliferation (cell death) and allowing latent tumours to grow.(75-79)
IGF1 is one of the many hormones that remain in the milk beyond the process of pasteurisation. An average of 450 drugs can be given to farmed animals. Residues of these are found in milk products and meat and the great danger is that the toxicity of exposure by human consumption is not tested. (80-88)
In the United States, 80% of all antibiotics produced are fed to farm animals. (89-91)
Animal products
The consuming of animal products such as meat, fish, poultry or eggs can increase the risk of developing prostate cancer by up to four times. (92)
A single daily serving of red or processed meat increases the chance of developing diabetes by 51%. (93-96)
Research has shown that people with absolutely no diabetes who then consume a diet high in animal protein have an increased risk of diabetic mortality by 73 times whilst those who consume a diet with moderate amounts of animal protein it is 23 times. (97,98)
Studies have shown, first on rats and then on humans that ingestion of animal protein will lead to an increase in tumour growth and when animal protein is then taken away, the growth of the tumour will stop.
Thus, the scientists discovered a ‘switch’, that by feeding and removing animal protein from the human diet, they could turn on and off the cancer. (99,100)
The World Health Organisation, after over 800 research studies, found very strong links between the consumption of processed meat and the development of cancer. The clear conclusion of the WHO was that processed meat is as dangerous for the health as asbestos, plutonium, tobacco or arsenic. (101-116)
The consuming of animal products such as meat, fish, poultry or eggs can increase the risk of developing prostate cancer by up to four times. (92)
A single daily serving of red or processed meat increases the chance of developing diabetes by 51%. (93-96)
Research has shown that people with absolutely no diabetes who then consume a diet high in animal protein have an increased risk of diabetic mortality by 73 times whilst those who consume a diet with moderate amounts of animal protein it is 23 times. (97,98)
Studies have shown, first on rats and then on humans that ingestion of animal protein will lead to an increase in tumour growth and when animal protein is then taken away, the growth of the tumour will stop.
Thus, the scientists discovered a ‘switch’, that by feeding and removing animal protein from the human diet, they could turn on and off the cancer. (99,100)
The World Health Organisation, after over 800 research studies, found very strong links between the consumption of processed meat and the development of cancer. The clear conclusion of the WHO was that processed meat is as dangerous for the health as asbestos, plutonium, tobacco or arsenic. (101-116)
Lifestyle and diet change can even reverse disease
Dr Dean Ornish published extensive research demonstrating that the introduction of a plant based diet and associated lifestyle changes can reverse heart disease, diabetes and significantly reduce cholesterol. (117-119)
The research was based around two groups of patients; the experimental group, who were fed a low-fat plant based diet and a control group fed on an animal based diet. The experimental group had remarkable results showing reverses to heart disease, decreased cholesterol levels and reduction in arterial blockages and chest pains.
The control group on the contrary demonstrated increases to cholesterol levels, arterial blockages and chest pain. (120)
Similarly, Dr Caldwell B. Esselstyn is still demonstrating in his Cleveland clinic that people who follow his low-fat plant based diet have reduced risk of heart disease and little chance of coronary events. (121,122)
These fundamental truths have previously been established by likes of Nathan Pritikin, Dr Walter Kempner and Dr Denis Burkitt. (123-127)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is yet another disease in which diet has been shown to play a primary causal role.
For more than 60 years the evidence has been in the public domain, yet still mainstream MS websites claim that the disease has no known origin or cure. (128)
Dr Roy Swank pioneered a drastic reduction in saturated fats (primarily animal products) in the diets of his patients from the early onset of MS. They were further encouraged to eat as much as they liked from a low-fat plant based diet.
Dramatic results showed that after 30 years, 95% had mild disability and only 5% had died. In a control group, however on a standard American diet, high in saturated fats, 80% of the patients had died.
Finally, in 1990 he published overwhelming evidence that a difference of only 8grams of saturated fat intake per day could increase the risk of dying from MS by three times. (129,130)
Further studies demonstrated a link between diets high in fat and cholesterol and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. (131,132)
Dr Dean Ornish published extensive research demonstrating that the introduction of a plant based diet and associated lifestyle changes can reverse heart disease, diabetes and significantly reduce cholesterol. (117-119)
The research was based around two groups of patients; the experimental group, who were fed a low-fat plant based diet and a control group fed on an animal based diet. The experimental group had remarkable results showing reverses to heart disease, decreased cholesterol levels and reduction in arterial blockages and chest pains.
The control group on the contrary demonstrated increases to cholesterol levels, arterial blockages and chest pain. (120)
Similarly, Dr Caldwell B. Esselstyn is still demonstrating in his Cleveland clinic that people who follow his low-fat plant based diet have reduced risk of heart disease and little chance of coronary events. (121,122)
These fundamental truths have previously been established by likes of Nathan Pritikin, Dr Walter Kempner and Dr Denis Burkitt. (123-127)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is yet another disease in which diet has been shown to play a primary causal role.
For more than 60 years the evidence has been in the public domain, yet still mainstream MS websites claim that the disease has no known origin or cure. (128)
Dr Roy Swank pioneered a drastic reduction in saturated fats (primarily animal products) in the diets of his patients from the early onset of MS. They were further encouraged to eat as much as they liked from a low-fat plant based diet.
Dramatic results showed that after 30 years, 95% had mild disability and only 5% had died. In a control group, however on a standard American diet, high in saturated fats, 80% of the patients had died.
Finally, in 1990 he published overwhelming evidence that a difference of only 8grams of saturated fat intake per day could increase the risk of dying from MS by three times. (129,130)
Further studies demonstrated a link between diets high in fat and cholesterol and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. (131,132)
Fish
It is a common misconception that fish is a healthy substitute to meat. (133)
However, not only are fish highly contaminated with environmental chemicals, (134) as they are high on food chain, but there is also considerable evidence that fish fat can increase the risk of cancer and if tumours are present the risk of metastasis. (135-138)
Fish is high in cholesterol and even though it can be to a degree purified of cholesterol, the fat in fish will cause the levels of LDL or bad cholesterol to rise, thus the evidence demonstrates that contrary to popular belief, eating fish is not good for your heart. (139-144)
Fish fats can inhibit the action of insulin leading to an increased risk of diabetes. (145)
Furthermore, fish is high in acidic protein, the high acid load caused by the ingestion of fish can result in bone loss, which can eventually lead to osteoporosis. (146)
It is a common misconception that fish is a healthy substitute to meat. (133)
However, not only are fish highly contaminated with environmental chemicals, (134) as they are high on food chain, but there is also considerable evidence that fish fat can increase the risk of cancer and if tumours are present the risk of metastasis. (135-138)
Fish is high in cholesterol and even though it can be to a degree purified of cholesterol, the fat in fish will cause the levels of LDL or bad cholesterol to rise, thus the evidence demonstrates that contrary to popular belief, eating fish is not good for your heart. (139-144)
Fish fats can inhibit the action of insulin leading to an increased risk of diabetes. (145)
Furthermore, fish is high in acidic protein, the high acid load caused by the ingestion of fish can result in bone loss, which can eventually lead to osteoporosis. (146)
The Vegan Option – healthy or not?
Synthesized (hydrolysed) plant protein extracts have been shown to cause serious health issues. Vegan meat substitutes are normally based around these deceptively dangerous foodstuffs.
Concentrated substances and extracts can be quite unnatural to the body and even toxic, the digestive system does not know how to process isolated substances. (147)
Bottled Olive oil or processed salts and sugars are not as nature intended.
Veganism ceases to be a healthy option when vegan sausages or vegan cheese are on the menu as these foods contain high amounts of sugar, oil and protein extracts, no healthier than a non-vegetarian diet.
Thus the only viable option is LOW FAT PLANT BASED diet (148-161)
Synthesized (hydrolysed) plant protein extracts have been shown to cause serious health issues. Vegan meat substitutes are normally based around these deceptively dangerous foodstuffs.
Concentrated substances and extracts can be quite unnatural to the body and even toxic, the digestive system does not know how to process isolated substances. (147)
Bottled Olive oil or processed salts and sugars are not as nature intended.
Veganism ceases to be a healthy option when vegan sausages or vegan cheese are on the menu as these foods contain high amounts of sugar, oil and protein extracts, no healthier than a non-vegetarian diet.
Thus the only viable option is LOW FAT PLANT BASED diet (148-161)
The history of the Human Diet
Historically the human race survived successfully on a very simple diet, staples such as rice, barley, wheat, corn, quinoa and potatoes were supplemented with beans, pulses, vegetables and fruit. (162,163)
Meat and fish were a rare luxury and most often just at times of festivals. There was never easy access to the rare commodities of fat, sugar and proteins which are now available on every street corner with fast and processed food.
Some, who argue for the meat eating cause will cite that there were indigenous peoples who relied purely on a diet of fish or meat.
However, research on the Inuit tribes (Eskimos) who survive mainly on whale and seal blubber, discovered that they had on average 10-15% lower bone density than the average American and were prone to osteoporosis and atherosclerosis. (164-167)
Historically the human race survived successfully on a very simple diet, staples such as rice, barley, wheat, corn, quinoa and potatoes were supplemented with beans, pulses, vegetables and fruit. (162,163)
Meat and fish were a rare luxury and most often just at times of festivals. There was never easy access to the rare commodities of fat, sugar and proteins which are now available on every street corner with fast and processed food.
Some, who argue for the meat eating cause will cite that there were indigenous peoples who relied purely on a diet of fish or meat.
However, research on the Inuit tribes (Eskimos) who survive mainly on whale and seal blubber, discovered that they had on average 10-15% lower bone density than the average American and were prone to osteoporosis and atherosclerosis. (164-167)
Genetic consideration
The risks associated with the culture of the local population where one lives become fully acquired regardless of inherited genes.
Research has shown that irrespective of any genetic predisposition, adherence to low fat plant based diet will significantly reduce the risk of disease. (168-170)
Human genetics is a very complex subject and one which mankind cannot begin to understand.
Earthworms alone have 417 genes that affect their weight and the way they interact with each other and the environment is beyond our understanding. The billions of dollars spent on genetic research that aims to be able to turn some genes off and on in order to manipulate obesity, among other conditions, has little chance of success and seems an ironic waste of money when it is already proven that therapies utilising diet and nutrition can work very successfully. (171)
The risks associated with the culture of the local population where one lives become fully acquired regardless of inherited genes.
Research has shown that irrespective of any genetic predisposition, adherence to low fat plant based diet will significantly reduce the risk of disease. (168-170)
Human genetics is a very complex subject and one which mankind cannot begin to understand.
Earthworms alone have 417 genes that affect their weight and the way they interact with each other and the environment is beyond our understanding. The billions of dollars spent on genetic research that aims to be able to turn some genes off and on in order to manipulate obesity, among other conditions, has little chance of success and seems an ironic waste of money when it is already proven that therapies utilising diet and nutrition can work very successfully. (171)
Supplements
It has become the lazy habit of western cultures to substitute a poor diet by the consumption of nutrient pills. However, it is now understood that not only is it a poor alternative to a balanced diet but furthermore isolation of nutrients is toxic for the human body and will most often make things worse. (172-179)
At its very worst it can increase certain forms of cancer and at best it will pass straight through the body, making urine more expensive than it should be. (180,181)
When following a whole foods vegan diet, the only recommended vitamin supplement is B12. Vitamin B12 is produced naturally by bacteria but as there is little of this in the modern diet it has become necessary to add it, the most recommended form is cyanocobalamin (182-188)
It has become the lazy habit of western cultures to substitute a poor diet by the consumption of nutrient pills. However, it is now understood that not only is it a poor alternative to a balanced diet but furthermore isolation of nutrients is toxic for the human body and will most often make things worse. (172-179)
At its very worst it can increase certain forms of cancer and at best it will pass straight through the body, making urine more expensive than it should be. (180,181)
When following a whole foods vegan diet, the only recommended vitamin supplement is B12. Vitamin B12 is produced naturally by bacteria but as there is little of this in the modern diet it has become necessary to add it, the most recommended form is cyanocobalamin (182-188)
Cancer therapy – Max Gerson
In the 1950’s Dr Gerson presented to the US Congress a study of 50 patients that not only survived cancer but thrived after. (189)
His regime looks in detail at every factor of a patient’s dietary intake, a restrictive diet but effective at treating some extremely advanced cases of pathology, even diseases thought incurable. (190-193)
His evidence was thorough and irrefutable however 65 years later medical bodies still consider that there is no effective cure for cancer. (194)
In the 1950’s Dr Gerson presented to the US Congress a study of 50 patients that not only survived cancer but thrived after. (189)
His regime looks in detail at every factor of a patient’s dietary intake, a restrictive diet but effective at treating some extremely advanced cases of pathology, even diseases thought incurable. (190-193)
His evidence was thorough and irrefutable however 65 years later medical bodies still consider that there is no effective cure for cancer. (194)
‘Toxicity and Deficiency’
are the cause of almost all illness, including cancer. This is the major tenant of The Gerson Therapy.
Primarily the therapy involves consuming organic raw vegetable and fruit juices in high quantity, a minimum of 3 litres daily. This allows for a massive intake of nutrients without taxing the digestive system and further oxygenating and flushing with the body with resultant enzymatic effects.
Coffee enemas will then perform the most important detoxifying role by dilating the bile ducts and cleansing the liver. Toxins are further removed from the blood stream.
Primarily, the Gerson therapy focuses on potassium supplementation, acute sodium limitation, calorie restriction, protein sparing, and the addition of thyroid hormones.
Further minerals and digestive enzymes may be added to tone the body. (190,195)
The main substances causing toxicity according to Gerson are: Alcohol, meat, fish, salt (sodium), sugar, amalgam (mercury fillings), chlorinated and fluoridated water, genetically modified and highly processed foods full of additives and preservatives.
Food that has been frozen, bottled, canned, refined, smoked and sulphured are not recommended as their nutritional content is negligible.
All fats with exception of fresh raw organic cold pressed flax oil and seeds are not used.
Dairy products are not recommended with the exception of organic cottage cheese and low fat un-flavoured organic yogurt and then only when the patient passes the critical stage of terminal illness for they contain animal protein. (190,196,197)
are the cause of almost all illness, including cancer. This is the major tenant of The Gerson Therapy.
Primarily the therapy involves consuming organic raw vegetable and fruit juices in high quantity, a minimum of 3 litres daily. This allows for a massive intake of nutrients without taxing the digestive system and further oxygenating and flushing with the body with resultant enzymatic effects.
Coffee enemas will then perform the most important detoxifying role by dilating the bile ducts and cleansing the liver. Toxins are further removed from the blood stream.
Primarily, the Gerson therapy focuses on potassium supplementation, acute sodium limitation, calorie restriction, protein sparing, and the addition of thyroid hormones.
Further minerals and digestive enzymes may be added to tone the body. (190,195)
The main substances causing toxicity according to Gerson are: Alcohol, meat, fish, salt (sodium), sugar, amalgam (mercury fillings), chlorinated and fluoridated water, genetically modified and highly processed foods full of additives and preservatives.
Food that has been frozen, bottled, canned, refined, smoked and sulphured are not recommended as their nutritional content is negligible.
All fats with exception of fresh raw organic cold pressed flax oil and seeds are not used.
Dairy products are not recommended with the exception of organic cottage cheese and low fat un-flavoured organic yogurt and then only when the patient passes the critical stage of terminal illness for they contain animal protein. (190,196,197)
Protein myth
The myth that the human body needs animal proteins to survive is dangerous propaganda for as previously discussed cancer thrives in the acidic environment that is created when meat and dairy is digested, animal proteins will literally ‘switch on’ the tumour growth. (198-203)
In 1992 researchers from Yale University summarised data from 34 separate surveys in 16 countries, that were published in 29 peer-reviewed research publications, the strong conclusion was that 70% of fractures could be attributed to the consumption of animal protein. (204)
In 2000, California Scientists compared 87 surveys in 33 countries and concluded that a diet rich in vegetables as opposed to animal protein was associated with the virtual disappearance of bone fractures. (205,206)
Discussed as early as 1880 and first documented in 1920 was the theory of the significant contribution of the ingestion of animal protein in the subsequent decrease in bone health. (28)
The consumption of plant protein however is widely known to not cause any issues. (207)
Gerson in particular advocates that the vegetarian diet and specifically raw fruit and vegetables juices will alkaline as well as nourish the body and thus play a major role in health and well-being, both mental and physical. (208,209)
The myth that the human body needs animal proteins to survive is dangerous propaganda for as previously discussed cancer thrives in the acidic environment that is created when meat and dairy is digested, animal proteins will literally ‘switch on’ the tumour growth. (198-203)
In 1992 researchers from Yale University summarised data from 34 separate surveys in 16 countries, that were published in 29 peer-reviewed research publications, the strong conclusion was that 70% of fractures could be attributed to the consumption of animal protein. (204)
In 2000, California Scientists compared 87 surveys in 33 countries and concluded that a diet rich in vegetables as opposed to animal protein was associated with the virtual disappearance of bone fractures. (205,206)
Discussed as early as 1880 and first documented in 1920 was the theory of the significant contribution of the ingestion of animal protein in the subsequent decrease in bone health. (28)
The consumption of plant protein however is widely known to not cause any issues. (207)
Gerson in particular advocates that the vegetarian diet and specifically raw fruit and vegetables juices will alkaline as well as nourish the body and thus play a major role in health and well-being, both mental and physical. (208,209)
Eating out
Food from restaurants and fast food outlets often contain a high amount of sugars, salts (Sodium), chemicals and excitotoxins such as MSG (Monosodium Glutamate), aspartame and other glutamates. Excitotoxins are a class of chemicals that overstimulate neuron receptors and are commonly used as taste enhancers, when consumed within safe amounts these chemicals will causes no harm but research has shown that higher amounts can cause brain damage and behavioural changes in rats and in humans there is evidence of retinal and developmental issues. (210-220)
Some of my patients often experience fatigue, travelling pains and digestive issues as a consequence of consuming these chemicals. It may be convenient to eat in a restaurant but unfortunately this is often at the expense of what the body actually needs nutritionally, it may then leave us running on reserves.
Desirable fruit and vegetables
Raw and organic fruits and vegetables, ideally freshly juiced will not overly tax the digestive system. This is the most ideal way of accessing nutrition.
Salads made from these fruit and vegetables or broth and soups are also desirable.
Oatmeal is highly recommended if its organic status can be verified and preferably from a local farmer who uses no chemicals at all. (190,221,223)
Food from restaurants and fast food outlets often contain a high amount of sugars, salts (Sodium), chemicals and excitotoxins such as MSG (Monosodium Glutamate), aspartame and other glutamates. Excitotoxins are a class of chemicals that overstimulate neuron receptors and are commonly used as taste enhancers, when consumed within safe amounts these chemicals will causes no harm but research has shown that higher amounts can cause brain damage and behavioural changes in rats and in humans there is evidence of retinal and developmental issues. (210-220)
Some of my patients often experience fatigue, travelling pains and digestive issues as a consequence of consuming these chemicals. It may be convenient to eat in a restaurant but unfortunately this is often at the expense of what the body actually needs nutritionally, it may then leave us running on reserves.
Desirable fruit and vegetables
Raw and organic fruits and vegetables, ideally freshly juiced will not overly tax the digestive system. This is the most ideal way of accessing nutrition.
Salads made from these fruit and vegetables or broth and soups are also desirable.
Oatmeal is highly recommended if its organic status can be verified and preferably from a local farmer who uses no chemicals at all. (190,221,223)
Organic/Bio vs Bio-Dynamic
It is wise to be cautious about accepting all claims of ‘Organic’ as growers are still permitted to use some chemicals, some of them highly toxic.
Personally I recommend using produce sourced from Demeter or Biodynamic farming systems if available, these were pioneered by Rudolf Steiner (222)
It is wise to be cautious about accepting all claims of ‘Organic’ as growers are still permitted to use some chemicals, some of them highly toxic.
Personally I recommend using produce sourced from Demeter or Biodynamic farming systems if available, these were pioneered by Rudolf Steiner (222)
Gerson Therapy compared to other regimes
It is important to state that Gerson therapy is different from ‘New Age’ diets of raw super-foods like avocado, almonds, cocoa beans, coconut oil, goji berries, green tea, sprouts and so on.
According to Gerson such foods are too high in proteins, fats and caffeine are not recommended for people with extreme health issues.
However, when a person is in stable recovery from a debilitating illness, some of these foods, with the exception of fats, can under the careful guidance of professional practitioners or at least with in-depth understanding, be consumed. (190)
It is important to state that Gerson therapy is different from ‘New Age’ diets of raw super-foods like avocado, almonds, cocoa beans, coconut oil, goji berries, green tea, sprouts and so on.
According to Gerson such foods are too high in proteins, fats and caffeine are not recommended for people with extreme health issues.
However, when a person is in stable recovery from a debilitating illness, some of these foods, with the exception of fats, can under the careful guidance of professional practitioners or at least with in-depth understanding, be consumed. (190)
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and diet
In the Chinese Medicine understanding of foods energetics, certain foods are recognised as heating and others as cooling or neutral. (224)
A Practitioner will observe the symptomatic presentation of illness and carry out tongue and pulse analysis, to discover which organ is involved. Thereafter particular foods are suggested that will balance, reduce or strengthen that particular organ and its body function. (225-227)
However, during my practicing of Chinese medicine over the last 10 years, I was mindful of the fact that many orthodox TCM practitioners do not integrate within their practices the most up to date plant based research from the likes of Ornish, Gerson and others, which unfortunately restricts them from a fuller understanding.
They may therefore suggest to a person who has an acidic constitution to consume animal products, this would temporarily give them more of what is referred to in TCM as ‘vital substance’, unfortunately though this would create more acidity and during a serious illness the body would not be able to effectively deal with protein, fat and waste content thus creating further toxicity.
Furthermore, there is an understanding in TCM that raw fruit and vegetable juices may damage the spleen and cool the body too much but according to Dr Gerson, a large quantity of raw juices have a great capacity to tonify the system of a patient with a terminal illness.
It is not easy to reconcile different traditions and opinions unless one can integrate them together. It is recommended that a person undergoing Gerson Therapy also takes professional medical advice and is further assessed by a TCM practitioner that understands both the classic Chinese Medicine and the up to date dietary research that supports that Gerson therapy.
With such a combined protocol there will be more chance of successfully treating even the most stubborn forms of cancer such as Melanoma than with any western approach. (189,192,193)
In the Chinese Medicine understanding of foods energetics, certain foods are recognised as heating and others as cooling or neutral. (224)
A Practitioner will observe the symptomatic presentation of illness and carry out tongue and pulse analysis, to discover which organ is involved. Thereafter particular foods are suggested that will balance, reduce or strengthen that particular organ and its body function. (225-227)
However, during my practicing of Chinese medicine over the last 10 years, I was mindful of the fact that many orthodox TCM practitioners do not integrate within their practices the most up to date plant based research from the likes of Ornish, Gerson and others, which unfortunately restricts them from a fuller understanding.
They may therefore suggest to a person who has an acidic constitution to consume animal products, this would temporarily give them more of what is referred to in TCM as ‘vital substance’, unfortunately though this would create more acidity and during a serious illness the body would not be able to effectively deal with protein, fat and waste content thus creating further toxicity.
Furthermore, there is an understanding in TCM that raw fruit and vegetable juices may damage the spleen and cool the body too much but according to Dr Gerson, a large quantity of raw juices have a great capacity to tonify the system of a patient with a terminal illness.
It is not easy to reconcile different traditions and opinions unless one can integrate them together. It is recommended that a person undergoing Gerson Therapy also takes professional medical advice and is further assessed by a TCM practitioner that understands both the classic Chinese Medicine and the up to date dietary research that supports that Gerson therapy.
With such a combined protocol there will be more chance of successfully treating even the most stubborn forms of cancer such as Melanoma than with any western approach. (189,192,193)
Health care professionals and dietary advice
Senior health care professionals such as Doctors of Medicine and General Practitioners are poorly educated about diet. (228-237)
Of the 125 medical schools in the U.S., only 30 require their students to take a course in nutrition and on average during 4 years of medical training a total of 2.5hours is spent on studying it. It is no wonder then that most doctors are ignorant of this most vital subject. (238)
The simple truth that fresh local whole food can be a medicine, even a cure, despite the evidence, is not widely taught.
Despite some efforts from government bodies for instance the ‘5 a day campaign’ there is no real clear sustainable guidance that can overcome the public's doubts regarding the often conflicting and confusing information in the public domain.
Socially the result is often an unfortunate and unhealthy apathy, the public have learnt to treat the industry with suspicion and doubt. (239,240)
They were betrayed by the American Medical Association (AMA) who downplayed the risk of cancer from smoking tobacco, even after the Surgeon General with huge weight of evidence proclaimed that smoking is deadly. The AMA declined to accept this statement and continued to promote this deadly habit. Perhaps the financial support of the tobacco industry for the AMA to the tune of $10 million discredits their impartiality entirely. (241)
Senior health care professionals such as Doctors of Medicine and General Practitioners are poorly educated about diet. (228-237)
Of the 125 medical schools in the U.S., only 30 require their students to take a course in nutrition and on average during 4 years of medical training a total of 2.5hours is spent on studying it. It is no wonder then that most doctors are ignorant of this most vital subject. (238)
The simple truth that fresh local whole food can be a medicine, even a cure, despite the evidence, is not widely taught.
Despite some efforts from government bodies for instance the ‘5 a day campaign’ there is no real clear sustainable guidance that can overcome the public's doubts regarding the often conflicting and confusing information in the public domain.
Socially the result is often an unfortunate and unhealthy apathy, the public have learnt to treat the industry with suspicion and doubt. (239,240)
They were betrayed by the American Medical Association (AMA) who downplayed the risk of cancer from smoking tobacco, even after the Surgeon General with huge weight of evidence proclaimed that smoking is deadly. The AMA declined to accept this statement and continued to promote this deadly habit. Perhaps the financial support of the tobacco industry for the AMA to the tune of $10 million discredits their impartiality entirely. (241)
Industry
A sinister truth is that Government legislators and those who promote medical research often have a vested interest in drug companies and the medical infrastructure. (242-245)
It is a great irony that the meat and dairy industries are the highest consumers of medicines and antibiotics and that subsequently when the populace become ill from consuming animal products they then turn to pharmaceuticals for help. There seems only to be one winner in this vicious cycle of sickness, the drug companies.(246-250)
The strong connection between diet and illness does nothing for the profits of manufacturers of modern medicine and therefore it is a view that is not supported from the highest levels and not encouraged in the public eye. (251-256)
Cancer, diabetes and heart disease alone is a 1.5 Trillion dollar per year industry in the US. (257-259)
The meat and dairy industries spend hundreds of millions every year to promote the consumption of their produce. (260,261)
The misinformation is endemic, even leading health charities, societies for sufferers of diabetes, heart disease and cancer research bodies all recommend meat and dairy in their dietary advice despite the overwhelming evidence of the harm that it causes. (262-270)
The desperately sad irony is that money donated to these charities by the livestock industry creates an unfortunate inevitable business transaction. They promote the consumption of products from the industry that supports them despite the proven detrimental effects. (271,272)
It did take 100 years and almost 7000 studies to declare the obvious truth of the deadly harm of smoking; such was the financial power of the tobacco industry. (273)
The lobbying of politicians and power of donations has a great deal of influence on government guidelines. Lining pockets all too often takes precedence over the public health. (274-276)
Examples of this are not hard to find; According to the independent Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), the US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has on its board, members who are actively sponsored by the egg industry, among others. The cholesterol content of eggs and its dangers will obviously therefore be conveniently ignored. (277,278)
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is a non-profit research and advocacy organisation with a membership of 9000 doctors and 120,000 supporting members. They challenge the dietary claims of mainstream food production industries and promote ethical and healthier alternatives. They are particular known for addressing the conflict of interests of the USDA, who are recommending foods whilst having close ties to the meat and dairy industries and thus compromising their supposed impartiality. (279)
It is no secret that the US Government subsidises the meat, dairy and sugar industries and promote their use to take up the surpluses. Health therefore becomes secondary to business in the governments outlook on food. (280-282)
A sinister truth is that Government legislators and those who promote medical research often have a vested interest in drug companies and the medical infrastructure. (242-245)
It is a great irony that the meat and dairy industries are the highest consumers of medicines and antibiotics and that subsequently when the populace become ill from consuming animal products they then turn to pharmaceuticals for help. There seems only to be one winner in this vicious cycle of sickness, the drug companies.(246-250)
The strong connection between diet and illness does nothing for the profits of manufacturers of modern medicine and therefore it is a view that is not supported from the highest levels and not encouraged in the public eye. (251-256)
Cancer, diabetes and heart disease alone is a 1.5 Trillion dollar per year industry in the US. (257-259)
The meat and dairy industries spend hundreds of millions every year to promote the consumption of their produce. (260,261)
The misinformation is endemic, even leading health charities, societies for sufferers of diabetes, heart disease and cancer research bodies all recommend meat and dairy in their dietary advice despite the overwhelming evidence of the harm that it causes. (262-270)
The desperately sad irony is that money donated to these charities by the livestock industry creates an unfortunate inevitable business transaction. They promote the consumption of products from the industry that supports them despite the proven detrimental effects. (271,272)
It did take 100 years and almost 7000 studies to declare the obvious truth of the deadly harm of smoking; such was the financial power of the tobacco industry. (273)
The lobbying of politicians and power of donations has a great deal of influence on government guidelines. Lining pockets all too often takes precedence over the public health. (274-276)
Examples of this are not hard to find; According to the independent Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), the US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has on its board, members who are actively sponsored by the egg industry, among others. The cholesterol content of eggs and its dangers will obviously therefore be conveniently ignored. (277,278)
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is a non-profit research and advocacy organisation with a membership of 9000 doctors and 120,000 supporting members. They challenge the dietary claims of mainstream food production industries and promote ethical and healthier alternatives. They are particular known for addressing the conflict of interests of the USDA, who are recommending foods whilst having close ties to the meat and dairy industries and thus compromising their supposed impartiality. (279)
It is no secret that the US Government subsidises the meat, dairy and sugar industries and promote their use to take up the surpluses. Health therefore becomes secondary to business in the governments outlook on food. (280-282)
Environmental impact
Modern combustion engine cars can turns themselves off when stopped in traffic. There are dashboard readings detailing emissions ultimately leading to savings.
However, the lesser known fact is that the combustion engine only accounts for 25% of CO2 pollution whereas 75% of all environmental pollution comes actually from the livestock industry. (283-289)
Furthermore, to produce one kilogram of cow’s meat requires 15,400 litres of water and 6kg of grains. There is an urgent need to address the implications of the continued growth of this industry, it is not at all sustainable, an environmental crisis is looming. (290-296)
Modern combustion engine cars can turns themselves off when stopped in traffic. There are dashboard readings detailing emissions ultimately leading to savings.
However, the lesser known fact is that the combustion engine only accounts for 25% of CO2 pollution whereas 75% of all environmental pollution comes actually from the livestock industry. (283-289)
Furthermore, to produce one kilogram of cow’s meat requires 15,400 litres of water and 6kg of grains. There is an urgent need to address the implications of the continued growth of this industry, it is not at all sustainable, an environmental crisis is looming. (290-296)
Animal cruelty
Vegan Societies have long pointed out the cruelty that occurs in animal farming. Vicious handling, injuries, sickness and infections is culminating in the unjust death of innocent and lovely creatures. (297-300)
Secret filming has often exposed the farming practices as demoniac, it is no wonder that Veganism is on the rise. (23-26)
Most dairy cows are riddled with infection; the puss content in milk is truly alarming. (36-38)
Vegan Societies have long pointed out the cruelty that occurs in animal farming. Vicious handling, injuries, sickness and infections is culminating in the unjust death of innocent and lovely creatures. (297-300)
Secret filming has often exposed the farming practices as demoniac, it is no wonder that Veganism is on the rise. (23-26)
Most dairy cows are riddled with infection; the puss content in milk is truly alarming. (36-38)
Responsibility
Major agricultural companies are now patenting seeds that have been genetically engineered with ‘terminator technology’ - Genetic use restriction technology (GURT), which prevents self-seeding, the ability of crops to reproduce. (301-307)
Genetically modified foods are now readily available but there is clear concern about their potential damage to human organs as well as the impact on the environment, to food chains and life as a whole. (308-312)
This is indicative of a societal sickness that puts money before health and common sense. (313-317)
Health practitioners should take the lead, but individuals must take responsibility for their own health and not rely on a pill, a quick fix or a doctor that would give advice on that which they are not trained. Ultimately it is the understanding that diet can prevent sickness that can truly empower a conscientious individual. (318)
Certain individual choices can make a positive difference to personal health and that of the whole planet. (319-321)
The Vegan low fat diet should be a consideration for every conscientious person. (322)
Major agricultural companies are now patenting seeds that have been genetically engineered with ‘terminator technology’ - Genetic use restriction technology (GURT), which prevents self-seeding, the ability of crops to reproduce. (301-307)
Genetically modified foods are now readily available but there is clear concern about their potential damage to human organs as well as the impact on the environment, to food chains and life as a whole. (308-312)
This is indicative of a societal sickness that puts money before health and common sense. (313-317)
Health practitioners should take the lead, but individuals must take responsibility for their own health and not rely on a pill, a quick fix or a doctor that would give advice on that which they are not trained. Ultimately it is the understanding that diet can prevent sickness that can truly empower a conscientious individual. (318)
Certain individual choices can make a positive difference to personal health and that of the whole planet. (319-321)
The Vegan low fat diet should be a consideration for every conscientious person. (322)
How do we make a change?
Ethical considerations aside; for many, the evidence connecting animal foods to heart attacks is not enough to change their habits but perhaps the knowledge that the vegan diet can increase libido and help with erectile dysfunction will strangely enough tip the balance.
And if it is a matter of taste that remains then rest assured, it only takes about three weeks to become fully adjusted to a healthy vegan diet.
It is a crucial time in the history of human health, the vitality of the populace is declining yet the expansion of knowledge, understanding and awareness is growing with the digital age. The moment has come when people can legitimately take back the power from the institutions and greedy corporations that are mentioned in this document. The human mind is a powerful resource and when applied with diligence and in numbers incredible deeds can be done.
The endurance of hope in the human spirit can overpower even the terminal diagnosis of a physician, if the belief is there. It is no longer a secret that the negative diagnostics of doctors can cast a spell that can overpower the wellbeing like a self-fulfilling prophecy. (323-331)
It is not that modern medicine does not have its place, for acute and emergency treatments it can be play a role but it is most important that we look to diet and lifestyle as a preventative. It is not magic; this is a bona fide well researched topic that can get pushed under the carpet due to the big business needs of a financially motivated health industry. (332-336)
The doctors recommended above, who all promote gradual change and substitution with a view to changing habits for the higher good, have offered many tasty, quick and simple recipes. We invite you to give it a try. (337-343)
Please click here for a link to one of the best recent scientific papers on the subject. It is a paper by physicians for physicians but it is so concise in its conclusions that it should be read in schools on every continent. (344)
Ethical considerations aside; for many, the evidence connecting animal foods to heart attacks is not enough to change their habits but perhaps the knowledge that the vegan diet can increase libido and help with erectile dysfunction will strangely enough tip the balance.
And if it is a matter of taste that remains then rest assured, it only takes about three weeks to become fully adjusted to a healthy vegan diet.
It is a crucial time in the history of human health, the vitality of the populace is declining yet the expansion of knowledge, understanding and awareness is growing with the digital age. The moment has come when people can legitimately take back the power from the institutions and greedy corporations that are mentioned in this document. The human mind is a powerful resource and when applied with diligence and in numbers incredible deeds can be done.
The endurance of hope in the human spirit can overpower even the terminal diagnosis of a physician, if the belief is there. It is no longer a secret that the negative diagnostics of doctors can cast a spell that can overpower the wellbeing like a self-fulfilling prophecy. (323-331)
It is not that modern medicine does not have its place, for acute and emergency treatments it can be play a role but it is most important that we look to diet and lifestyle as a preventative. It is not magic; this is a bona fide well researched topic that can get pushed under the carpet due to the big business needs of a financially motivated health industry. (332-336)
The doctors recommended above, who all promote gradual change and substitution with a view to changing habits for the higher good, have offered many tasty, quick and simple recipes. We invite you to give it a try. (337-343)
Please click here for a link to one of the best recent scientific papers on the subject. It is a paper by physicians for physicians but it is so concise in its conclusions that it should be read in schools on every continent. (344)
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