Chapter 9

Oxygen: The Foundation for A Vibrant Life

Oxygen is so abundantly available that we often take it for granted. However, “Oxygenation” is the 5th Key Principle because research has shown that a low oxygen state (hypoxia) can trigger cancer growth and metastasis. Our bodies are continuously subjected to oxidative stress, which occurs due to an imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants. The long-term consequences of chronic oxidative stress are widespread inflammation and diminished cellular oxygen levels. Perhaps not surprisingly, research has linked oxidative stress to the development of cancer and other chronic illnesses. For this and many other reasons, oxygen has powerful anti-cancer effects. The oxygenation therapies outlined in this chapter can be utilized both clinically and at home.

“Healing from cancer isn’t just about removing a tumor or cancer cells. It’s about resolving the underlying factors that caused disease in the first place, and restoring your body, soul and spirit, using the 7 Key Principles of Cancer Therapy.”
— Antonio Jimenez MD, ND