Overview
Also known as amygdalin, laetrile is a very strong compound; it was once believed to be a cancer preventative and cure but now it is illegal to be used to treat cancer in the United States.
Function
Forms Available
Recommended Intake
Deficiency
Sources in the Diet
Kernels of apricots, plums, peaches, cherries, peaches, and apples are good sources of laetrile. Almonds and mung bean sprouts have laetrile as well.
Recent Studies and Articles
Laetrile investigation
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/cam/laetrile/patient/page2
