UPDATED 2nd Edition:  This groundbreaking analysis reveals how more than 100 years ago, Dr. John Beard uncovered not only the likely origins of cancer but also its solution. Dr. Gonzalez explains Dr. Beard's underlying theory and explores Dr. Beard's pioneering use of pancreatic enzymes for cancer treatment. This book also showcases case histories describing cancer patients successfully treated with pancreatic enzymes by the authors. Dr. Beard's achievements, though unappreciated in his own day, are many. A research embryologist by training, he proposed that the early mammalian placenta, or trophoblast, the connection between the embryo and the maternal uterine blood supply, represents an ideal model for the study of malignancy. In its ability to divide rapidly, invade maternal tissues, and generate a blood supply, the trophoblast, Beard reasoned, initially behaves as any growing tumor might. However, the trophoblast differs from malignancy, Beard stated, because at some predetermined point it changes from an invasive tissue into the non-aggressive placenta, necessary for early embryonic life. Beard spent years searching for the key to this remarkable transformation, ultimately discovering that the very day the trophoblast changes character, the embryonic pancreas begins secreting large amounts of enzymes. Beard then proposed that since pancreatic enzymes regulate trophoblast growth, they must represent our main defense against cancer. Subsequently, in animal experiments and in clinical use with human cancer patients, Beard demonstrated pancreatic enzymes could attack and destroy cancerous tumors. In this book, you will read about Dr. Beard's discoveries, and how modern science confirms much of what he long ago proposed. Along the way, you will learn that Dr. Beard discovered stem cells, the focus of much research effort today, though he never received proper credit. And you will see that Dr. Beard may have uncovered the key to the deadly disease of cancer. A rediscovered theory and revolutionary treatment - A groundbreaking analysis revealing how more than 100 years ago, the English scientist Dr. John Beard uncovered not only the likely origins of cancer but also its solution. - Explains Dr. Beard's underlying theory from the perspective of contemporary molecular biology. - Explores Dr. Beard's pioneering use of pancreatic enzymes for cancer treatment. - Showcases a series of case histories describing cancer patients successfully treated with pancreatic enzymes by Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Isaacs. - See how cancer develops and how it can be reversed. - Discover the story of how Dr. John Beard developed an effective treatment for cancer in the early 1900s. - Learn how modern science confirms much of Dr. Beard's thesis about the origins of cancer. Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez: Dr. Gonzalez has been in private practice since 1987 in New York City treating cancer and other degenerative diseases. He graduated from Brown University, Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude, pursued premedical studies at Columbia University as a postgraduate student and received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College. He subsequently completed fellowship training in immunology. Dr. Linda Isaacs: Dr. Isaacs has been working with Dr. Gonzalez in his private practice and research efforts since 1985. She graduated from the University of Kentucky, Phi Beta Kappa with High Distinction. She received her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency in internal medicine at New York University Medical School. She is board certified in internal medicine. Suzanne Somers, author of Knockout: "Discover this book and discover the real possibility that cancer can be treated without toxic chemicals and through a purely natural, proven protocol. The cancer theories of Dr. John Beard flourish today in the work of Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez. Don't let the established medical community stifle this effective treatment again as they did in the early 1900s." J. P. Jones, Ph.D., retired Vice President of Research and Development, The Procter & Gamble Company "During my research career in industry, I became convinced that one had to be a student of past research to optimize current and future research efforts. In this context, the 100-year-old cancer enzyme theory of Dr. John Beard - who seems to have discovered stem cells among his other achievements - deserves a new look as it is successfully practiced today under the scientific leadership of Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez. Everyone interested in cancer, or how medical research should work, should read this book." Nicholas James Gonzalez, MD, age 67, passed away suddenly at his home in New York City with his wife, Mary Beth, at his side. Born in Flushing, New York, he graduated from Brown University, Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude, with a degree in English Literature. He subsequently worked as a journalist, first at Time , Inc., before pursuing premedical