Unfounded Therapies Flashcards
Who originally developed Gerson Therapy?
Max Gerson, MD
What was Gerson Therapy originally developed to treat?
Headaches and tuberculosis
What type of diet does Gerson Therapy recommend?
Organic vegetarian diet
What are the main components of the Gerson Therapy diet?
Raw juices and natural enemas
What is the daily requirement of fruits and vegetables in Gerson Therapy?
15 to 20 lbs
Fill in the blank: Gerson Therapy excludes _______ as part of its dietary restrictions.
Animal protein sources
Which oils are allowed in the Gerson Therapy diet?
Flaxseed oil
What type of supplements are recommended in Gerson Therapy?
Multiple dietary supplements including vitamin B12, thyroid hormone, pancreatic enzymes, potassium
What is a proposed mechanism of Gerson Therapy?
Detoxify the body, return potassium to tissues, reduce sodium in tissues and tumors
True or False: Gerson Therapy includes the consumption of animal protein.
False
What types of enemas are recommended in Gerson Therapy?
Coffee or other approved enemas
What is the recommended daily intake of juice in Gerson Therapy?
Multiple glasses of juice prepared from raw carrots, apples, and green leafy vegetables
Fill in the blank: Gerson Therapy restricts the intake of _______.
Sodium
What types of bacteria vaccines are recommended in Gerson Therapy?
Vaccines prepared from influenza and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria
What illegal drug is recommended in Gerson Therapy in the United States?
Laetrile
What is the role of dietary supplements in Gerson Therapy?
To support nutritional needs and health
What does Gerson Therapy claim to restore in the body?
The body’s ability to restore itself
Which food groups are excluded in Gerson Therapy?
- Animal protein sources
- Sodium
- Fat (except flaxseed oil)
- Soybeans
- Beans
- Nuts
