Specifically as a polivitaminic compound, and as an anti-tumoral agent.
Dr Aversa:
Germanium an element occurs in plant based foods in small quantities as organic (containing carbon; different from “organic” or natural food) germanium. The element, germanium, has no vitamin function. Both organic (synthetic) and inorganic germanium containing products have been sold as dietary supplements in the United States. It has been said that germanium promotes immune health by increasing the activity of natural killer cells (NK cells). However, scientific evidence has not supported such claims, including the claim of health promotion and of cancer prevention or therapy via germanium. On the other hand, germanium dietary supplements could pose harm to humans. Because of processing organic germanium appears to be readily contaminated with inorganic germanium, which could be very toxic.
What about dietary supplements? In Italy we have nutraceutic-based liquid organic germanium. Based on manufacturer, this is highly recommended as a 'scavenger' molecule without toxic effects, as well as a potent endothelial conditioner. Have you any clinical experience?
Thank you! Organic germanium containing products have been marketed as nutraceuticals in the United States. Some products contain several other constituents, which may have biologic activity. Organic germanium is generally without toxicity. Do the manufacturers of organic germanium in liquid form in Italy claim that their product promotes endothelial function (vasodilation)? How did they base their claim, and did they provide supporting scientific evidence? I was answering your question based on nutritional biochemistry and molecular medicine. I have designed and evaluated dietary supplements. I have had no clinical experience with germanium.
Yes, They claim it helps different pathways. I was wondering if and how the effect on endothelial function may occur. I'll be going to test it in the clinical setting asap
Please see the following RG links.
Article Hydrogeochemical and biomedical insights into germanium pote...
Article Therapeutic effects of organic Germanium
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