Johanna Budwig

Description: (German Biochemist Who Developed the Budwig Diet in the 1950s)
Johanna Budwig, a German biochemist and pharmacist with doctorate degrees in physics and chemistry, was renowned as an advocate for alternative cancer treatments and a prolific writer. She conducted research on fatty acids and formulated a lacto-vegetarian diet aimed at aiding cancer treatment. While her approach lacks substantial clinical evidence and may have potential adverse effects, Budwig's efforts in promoting alternative cancer therapies have made a lasting impact in the field.

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Birthday September 30, 1908 (Libra)
Born In Essen, Germany
Died on May 19, 2003
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