Re: Reversing cachexia/weight loss

Hydrazine sulfate works by blocking the enzymes needed for the conversion of the lactic acid, generated by the fermentation of cancer cells, back in to glucose. In short blocking the lactic acid cycle. I have always used nettle leaf for the same purpose. Nettle leaf though works by removing the lactic acid from the body rather than blocking its conversion. By removing it from the body it cannot be converted back in to glucose. Nettle leaf is also nutrient rich, supports the immune system, and supports the liver, kidneys, thyroid, adrenals, etc. It makes a delicious tea steeped over night with a little stevia and lemon grass. And it can be taken safely in high doses.

As for the cachexia, this occurs from the poor energy conversion of cancer cells. Normal aerobic cells generate around 32 molecules of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) per cycle. Anaerobic cells, like cancer cells generate two molecules of ATP. So there is a very low conversion of fuel to energy by cancer cells leading to a large wasting of fuel for the body, which leads to the wasting. A couple of suggestions would be suma root for its organic germanium content. This helps the cells to utilize oxygen properly, and it highly antitumor and immune supportive. And magnesium and malic acid, which play roles in ATP formation. Magnesium malate or citrate is recommended for a magnesium source. Malic acid is found in green apples, tart cherries, or can be found in pure form from wine making supplies.