What Science Actually Says (and What the Image Gets Wrong)
Images like this often go viral because they combine hope, fear, and distrust of institutions. Unfortunately, the claims shown are scientifically inaccurate and potentially harmful.
Let’s break this down carefully.
Claim 1: “Cannabis Oil Destroys Cancer Cells”
What’s true:
Certain cannabinoids (THC, CBD) have shown anti-cancer effects in lab studies (petri dishes and animals).
These effects include slowing cell growth, inducing apoptosis (cell death), and reducing inflammation.
What’s NOT true:
No cannabis oil has been proven to cure or destroy cancer in humans
There are no large, high-quality clinical trials showing cannabis oil treats cancer effectively
Cannabis oil is not an FDA-approved cancer treatment
What cannabis is used for medically:
✔ Pain control
✔ Nausea from chemotherapy
✔ Appetite stimulation
✔ Anxiety or sleep support
➡️ Supportive care, not a cure
Claim 2: “Vitamin B17 Destroys Cancer Cells”
What is “Vitamin B17”?
It is not a vitamin
Its real name is amygdalin
Found in apricot kernels, bitter almonds, apple seeds
Sometimes marketed as laetrile
What science says:
Amygdalin does NOT kill cancer cells selectively
In the body, it breaks down into cyanide
Cyanide is toxic and potentially fatal
Medical reality:
Multiple clinical trials found no cancer benefit
Documented cases of cyanide poisoning
Symptoms include:
Nausea
Liver failure
Oxygen deprivation
Death
➡️ This is why it is restricted or banned
Claim 3: “Both Are Banned by the FDA”
This is misleading.
Cannabis oil:
Not “banned”
Status depends on country/state
FDA has approved synthetic cannabinoids and CBD (Epidiolex) for specific conditions
Not approved as a cancer cure because evidence is insufficient
“Vitamin B17”:
Restricted because it is dangerous
Not banned to suppress a cure
Banned because it can poison people
Why These Claims Keep Appearing
These posts rely on:
Fear of cancer
Distrust of pharmaceutical companies
Misunderstanding of lab studies
Anecdotes instead of controlled trials
Lab results ≠ human treatment
Many substances kill cancer cells in a dish:
Bleach
Alcohol
Cyanide That does NOT make them safe or effective medicines.
What Doctors Actually Agree On
✔ Nutrition matters
✔ Lifestyle affects cancer risk
✔ Some plant compounds may support treatment
✔ Research into cannabinoids is ongoing
❌ There is no hidden “natural cure” being suppressed
❌ If a real cure existed, it would be impossible to hide globally
The Real Danger of These Claims
People have:
Delayed chemotherapy
Refused radiation
Consumed toxic substances
Died believing misinformation
False hope can be deadly
What You Can Do Safely
If someone has cancer:
Use evidence-based treatment
Discuss supplements with an oncologist
Use cannabis only for symptom relief, if legal
Avoid “miracle cures” and conspiracy claims
Bottom Line
❌ Cannabis oil does NOT cure cancer
❌ “Vitamin B17” is NOT a vitamin and can be poisonous
❌ FDA restrictions are based on safety and evidence, not suppression
Science advances through proof, not memes.