Of course, Pauling could have been right about vitamins more generally and wrong about some of their specific uses, such as in treatment for cancer.
The majority of professionals strongly disagreed with Pauling, or at least with his stance that Vitamin C can be used as a treatment for cancer. However, more recent studies have shown that the antioxidants provided by vitamins can slow the progression of some cancers.
Still, there is no evidence that Vitamin C – or any other vitamin – can actually treat cancer, and Pauling himself died of prostate cancer, though he did reach the age of 93 before succumbing.
Linus Pauling’s Legacy
How to Live Longer and Feel Better remains a must read for those concerned with their health. The Linus Pauling Institute remains committed to exploring the role of vitamins and minerals in living a long and healthy life, with a focus on preventing cancer and other major diseases.
Lay readers continue to laud the positive effects of Pauling’s studies on their lives, and demonstrate their satisfaction as they declare that they haven’t had a cold in years. While his advice may lean heavily on Vitamin C, Pauling’s science remains strong. Taking a Vitamin C supplement, along with other daily vitamins can help you to “live longer and feel better!”
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Sources:
- https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/f-w99/orthomolecular.html
- https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/vitamins/vitaminC/
- https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2007-09/jhmi-hvc090707.php
- https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/
- https://www.amazon.com/How-Live-Longer-Feel-Better/dp/0870710966/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1369669994&sr=1-1&keywords=how+to+live+longer+and+feel+better+by+linus+pauling