Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Cancer Is a Parasite

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Mar 27, 2026

A provocative look at the idea that cancer behaves like a parasite and how antiparasitic drugs and herbs might disrupt its survival systems. Discussion covers cancer metabolism, why damaged tissue fuels tumors, and how blocking glycolysis could starve cancer. Practical topics include which dietary fuels to avoid, rotating diets, and ways to support killer T and natural killer cells.

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INSIGHT

Cancer Behaves Like A Parasite

Cancer acts like a parasite at the molecular level and hijacks host resources to survive.
Dr. Eric Berg explains cancer reverts to ancient glycolysis when mitochondria are damaged, producing only 2 ATP per glucose versus 36 from mitochondria.

ANECDOTE

Three Stage Four Remissions With A $5 Drug

A cheap antiparasitic drug reportedly helped three stage 4 cancer patients achieve complete remission in anecdotal reports.
Dr. Eric Berg notes no major cancer center will run a clinical trial on this low-cost remedy.

INSIGHT

Glycolysis Is Cancer's Primitive Fuel

Cancer uses a primitive backup energy system called glycolysis that produces lactic acid and lights up on PET scans with radioactive sugar.
Dr. Eric Berg cites Otto Warburg and explains PET scans reveal high sugar metabolism where cancer thrives.

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Why is the $5 remedy linked to stage 4 cancer remission being ignored? In this video, I’ll break down the cancer parasite theory and whether anti-parasitic drugs could be an option for cancer alternative treatment.

0:00 Introduction: Stage 4 cancer remission

0:38 Cancer research 2025

1:14 Cancer metabolism explained

3:57 Cancer parasite theory

4:52 Natural cancer remedies

6:20 Cancer alternative treatment

7:20 Cancer prevention tips

8:03 Cancer and the immune system

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A drug designed to kill parasites has shown promising results in remission of stage 4 cancer, but no major cancer center will run a clinical trial on it.

At the molecular level, cancer is a parasite. It consumes your resources as it spreads throughout the body. In 2025, over 2 million Americans were diagnosed with cancer, and a 79% increase in cancer among young people has been reported.

Cancer cells operate in a primitive survival mode, utilizing glycolysis for energy. Cancer thrives in an environment where our cells are struggling, and our mitochondria are damaged. Cancer cells are highly adaptive and can survive on glutamine, BCAAs, and even ketones at advanced stages.

Researchers have identified 3 different survival systems typically used by parasites, fungi, worms, and cancer:

1. Internal scaffolding

2. Prevention of the self-destruction of damaged cells

3. Utilization of glycolysis

Anti-parasitic drugs and remedies such as fenbendazole, ivermectin, wormwood, black walnut hulls, and cloves can dismantle the survival mechanisms of parasites, worms, and cancer cells.

In addition to natural cancer remedies, you need to stop eating foods that feed cancer. Eliminate sugar, starches, and junk food from your diet. Rotating your diet and fasting schedule can also help.

A strong immune system is the most powerful weapon against cancer. Your killer T cells and natural killer cells can kill cancer directly. To support these cells, increase vitamin D levels and focus on fasting, adequate sleep, and exercise.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.