A viral video featuring a woman who credits sour sop leaves, apricot seeds, and dietary changes for overcoming stage 4 metastatic breast cancer has ignited widespread discussion on social media.
Originally shared by Super Food Mood on Instagram, the video has amassed significant traction, drawing both support and skepticism.
A Survivor’s Testimony
In the video, the woman, Lynette Williams, recounts her battle with cancer, explaining that it had spread to multiple organs, including her lungs, stomach, ovaries, and bones.
Doctors reportedly told her that her prognosis was dire, with scans showing results inconsistent with long-term survival.
“I started doing a lot of research,” she says. “I found that sour sop leaves, the tea from it, actually helps with killing cancer cells. I also found that apricot kernels… are a cancer-fighting agent.”
She references the National Institutes of Health (NIH), claiming studies have acknowledged the potential benefits of apricot kernels, though she asserts that mainstream medicine discourages their use.
The woman also credits black seed oil and a dietary overhaul as key components of her recovery. According to her, follow-up scans in February 2023 revealed no cancer cells in her body.
Social Media Reacts
The video’s comment section has exploded with testimonials from others who claim to have benefited from natural remedies:
- “My mom’s cancer is gone as well!!! I ordered her sour sop tea, and she also made a few other changes… God is so good.”
- “Food is your medicine. Not pills that fix one thing then destroy another.”
- “Apricot kernels contain B17, which our government banned. Because how can the drug companies make money if we can heal ourselves?”
- “They know the cancer cure, but the medical industry makes way too much money off cancer treatments to give us a cure.”
However, the video has also attracted skepticism, with some questioning the lack of scientific validation and urging cancer patients to consult with medical professionals before abandoning traditional treatments.
The Medical Perspective
The debate over natural remedies for cancer treatment is not new. While sour sop (graviola) and apricot seeds have been studied for their potential medicinal properties, organizations such as the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute caution against using them as standalone treatments. Apricot kernels, in particular, contain amygdalin, which can convert into cyanide in the body and pose health risks.
Medical professionals stress that patients pursue of evidence-based treatments, warning that relying solely on unproven remedies could delay life-saving interventions.
The Ongoing Discussion
As discussions continue, the viral video serves as another example of the growing interest in holistic approaches to health and wellness.
While some celebrate the woman’s story as proof of alternative healing, experts urge patients to approach such claims with caution and consult their doctors before making significant changes to their treatment plans.
