Germanium (GE)

Germanium is a trace element found in all organic material, of both plant and animal origin. Germanium is best obtained through diet.

The following foods contain the greatest concentrations of Germanium: broccoli, celery, garlic, shitake mushrooms, milk, onions, rhubarb, sauerkraut, tomato juice, and the herbs aloe vera, comfrey, ginseng and suma.

Home Remedies using Germanium (GE):

Benefits and Uses of Germanium (GE):

There are many benefits associated with the daily intake of Germanium. This trace element is known to improve cellular oxygenation, which helps to fight pain, keep the immune system functioning properly and rid the body of toxins and poisons.

Research indicates that consuming foods containing organic Germanium is an effective way to increase tissue oxygenation. This is because, like hemoglobin, Germanium acts as a carrier of oxygen to the cells.

Germanium is used to fight many diseases and ailments. There are many supporters of this relatively new mineral.

A Japanese scientist, Kazuhiko Asai, found that an intake of 100 to 300 milligrams of Germanium per day improved many illnesses.

Germanium supplements are available in powdered form and in capsules ranging from 35 to 500 milligrams. There is no standardized dose.

To obtain your daily intake of Germanium, consume foods rich in the trace element.

Germanium supposedly stimulates the body’s production of interferon, a naturally occurring anti-cancer agent.

It also helps the immune system by boosting the activity of natural killer cells, a type of white blood cell that attacks invading germs.

Some disease/ailments that Germanium may assist with include:

  • AIDS
  • Cancer (lung, bladder, larynx, breast and uterus)
  • Candidiasis
  • Cardiac insufficiency
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Chronic viral infections
  • Cirrhosis of the liver
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Elevated cholesterol and blood pressure levels
  • Food allergies
  • Heavy metal poisoning
  • Hepatitis
  • Hypertension
  • Leukemia
  • Neuralgia
  • Neurosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Vision problems

Side Effects of Germanium (GE):

It is not recommended to take Germanium supplements, as a study conducted by the FDA found at least thirty-one cases of kidney failure linked to inorganic Germanium.

Some individuals have reported kidney problems or a toxic reaction to this mineral if taken in excessive amounts.