The therapy principle of orthomolecular medicine is based on the
realisation that the human body needs over 40 vitality supplements
for the proper functioning of all the organs. What we are talking
about are vitamins, minerals, trace elements and essential fatty
acids. In the correct amount and concentration they offer ideal
health protection.
The founder of orthomolecular medicine, the American biochemist and
twice winner of the Nobel Prize Linus Pauling, defined the
principle as follows:
"Orthomolecular medicine is the preservation of good
health and the treatment of diseases by altering the concentration
of substances normally found in the human body and which are
responsible for the maintenance of your health."
Still physically and mentally fit at the age of 92, Linus
Pauling was the best proof of the success of orthomolecular
medicine. Thanks to orthomolecular substances partly in extremely
high doses he was able to preserve his vitality and health up to a
very high age.
The term "orthomolecular" has its origins in classical Greek:
orthos = correct, good, and molecular (Latin) = building-block of
substances. Linus Pauling chose this term in 1968, because it
expresses clearly the therapeutic principle.
