Chris Beat Cancer: Heal With Nutrition & Natural Therapies John Richardson, Jr. on apricot seeds, vitamin B17, and the fight for medical freedom
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Jul 28, 2025 John Richardson, Jr. carries on the legacy of his father, a pioneer in using apricot kernels and vitamin B17 for cancer treatment. He delves into the historical and controversial journey of laetrile, advocating for medical freedom and alternative therapies. The conversation highlights the importance of unbiased science in nutrition and the fight against censorship in health discussions. Richardson shares personal insights on the nutritional benefits of apricot seeds and encourages listeners to take charge of their health decisions.
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Suppression Linked To Industry Incentives
- Richardson frames suppression of laetrile as part of a broader historical pattern of corporate capture in medicine.
- He links regulatory actions to financial incentives protecting patentable pharmaceutical interests.
Cat Cure Sparked A Medical Mission
- John Richardson Jr. recounts his father treating a family cat's throat cancer with laetrile, which caused the tumor to shrink and the cat lived seven more years.
- That success convinced Dr. John Richardson Sr. to treat patients with laetrile, launching his clinic's anti-cancer work.
Amygdalin Is A Common Plant Compound
- Amygdalin occurs naturally in about 1,200 foods and purified forms were marketed as laetrile.
- Krebs Jr. refined amygdalin into a trademarked product called laetrile in 1958.
