What Is Poly Mva?

Poly-MVA is a dietary supplement containing a complex of minerals, vitamins and amino acids. Its proponents consider it a safe alternative for chemotherapy in cancer treatments and also promote its use alongside the traditional treatments. According to the American Cancer Society, however, there is not scientific proof to support claims that this product can prevent or treat cancer.

Common Names

• The dietary supplement Poly-MVA has also been known under other names, such as palladium lipoic complex, synthetic DNA reductase or Polydox.

Ingredients

• Poly-MVA contains palladium (a mineral), amino acids and lipoic acid, a complex of vitamins B (B1, B2 and B12) and other minerals (molybdenum, rhodium and ruthenium).

Use

• Poly-MVA provides the support needed by organisms depleted of energy, like those undergoing chemotherapy. According to the Foundation for Advancement in Cancer Research, it can help strengthen the immune system, supports cellular metabolism and offers necessary nutrients for the body as it battles cancer. It can help the body fight and eradicate cancer cells, according to the foundation.

History

• The compound was developed in 1991 by the research chemist Merrill Garnett, who combined palladium with lipoic acid, B-12 and thiamine, creating a non-toxic cellular nutrient.

Form

• The substance is marketed in liquid form, in bottles of 4 or 8 oz. There is also a formulation for pets. It needs to be administered by mouth.