Heather Bedard, C.H.E.
The Gonzalez protocol is an involved program for cancer; requiring extensive supplementation with vitamins and minerals, diets specific to the type of cancer being treated, and many different types of detoxes. The protocol is purported to be effective for many different kinds of cancers and degenerative diseases, however, pancreatic cancer is mentioned specifically.
The majority of evidence used to support this program consists of case reports or research that Dr. Gonzalez did on other people’s theories. In addition, statements of support from companies that donated to his research are used to prove his claims of efficacy. While there aren’t any quality studies to definitely prove the effectiveness of this program, the mechanism of action involved is clear. A diet high in sugar and animal products is well known to be an important contributing factor in the development of cancer. Any program addressing this issue by eliminating these items of concern will result in positive change in the individual.
The Gonzalez protocol is adamant that adherents considerably increase their raw juice intake as well as avoid synthetic and processed foods. Food must be made from scratch and not pre-packaged in any way. This is in alignment with the understanding that meals made from naturally sourced products and not contaminated by the chemicals that are typically found in pre-packaged food, are less toxic to the consumer.
The success rate is difficult to come by as Dr. Gonzales says that each individual patient is unique, and each different cancer comes with its own variabilities. Case reports state that many people live years past their expected lifespan and in some patients, the tumors are gone completely.[1] Without the numbers of people who have been treated and the exact survivability of each cancer, it would be difficult to state definitively how successful the treatment is. Whether or not this treatment would be used in conjunction with another treatment would be dependent on how aggressive the cancer is and the individual’s overall health. From case reports, it would seem that a good number of people have used it as a sole treatment.
Due to the lack of research on the supplementation, diets, and detox, I would not recommend it - not to mention the high price tag of $1200 per month and the 80-100 capsules to be taken every day. I think one could infer some good tips on the type of diet most effective for cancer (organic, whole food, and plant based), and the importance of nutrition to support the body’s healing and immune processes, without subscribing to the diet as presented.
------------------ [1]https://thegonzalezprotocol.com/case-reports/