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“A nationwide Harris Poll showed that the public favoured the use of Laetrile by a 30% margin. ...In over 250 cases of cancer with which I have been associated, all of whom used (Laetrile, vitamin) B-17, not a single one had side effects as a result…” quote by Leon Chaitow
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“A nationwide Harris Poll showed that the public favoured the use of Laetrile by a 30% margin. ...In over 250 cases of cancer with which I have been associated, all of whom used (Laetrile, vitamin) B-17, not a single one had side effects as a result…”

Leon Chaitow

About This Quote

Source Interview: Alternative Medicine Forum, 1995

Anecdotal evidence suggests Laetrile lacks side effects, but scientific validation is missing.

In simple terms: People claim no side effects, but proof is limited.

Key Takeaway

Seek evidence‑based treatments.

Themes

health alternative medicine skepticism

Mood

skeptical inquisitive

Type

informational cautionary

When to use this quote

  • cancer treatment decisions
  • patient counseling
  • research evaluation

Key Concepts

clinical evidence risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence would convince you of safety?
  • How do you balance anecdote vs. science?
A Different Perspective

Anecdotal claims may overlook rare adverse events.

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