This is one of my sucess story secrets. You don't have to change your diet but i do believe you will feel better. Anyway for those that try it i am so waiting for the results. I started with 20 drops of 100mg GSE 3 times a day for seven days. I don't lay in bed much any more, hooray for me. Good luck. Get up get out and get going. Quit being lazy. Altho we deserve to be, it is detrimental to our health. Happy reading.
LEV
After 30 years in use by naturopathic physicians, clinics and the general public grapefruit seed extract has been proven to be a safe and effective multipurpose (broad spectrum) compound with countless uses.
Grapefruit seed extract is being used successfully in humans and animals alike to fight many types of internal and external infections caused from parasites (single and multi-celled), viruses, bacteria, fungus and more!
The greatest benefit is due to it's multipurpose (broad spectrum) effect. It is effective even if the causes of the infections are known, unknown or misdiagnosed. Grapefruit seed extract naturally detoxifies, enhances and supports the immune system.
Grapefruit seed extract contains high levels of vitamin C and E, and bioflavonoids. The important substances have an antioxidant action and can neutralize free radicals that damage cells and cause a number of illnesses.
Another important benefit of grapefruit seed extract is that it is helpful in alkalizing the blood. Alkalizing the body fluids (raising pH) is one of the single most important health regeneration benefits available as disease causing microforms (fungi, bacteria, virus etc.) cannot survive in an alkaline oxygenated environment. Though lemons, limes, and grapefruits are chemically acid, tests show that when they are metabolized in the body they actually have an alkalizing effect. They have very little sugar and they contain an abundance of oxygen. This is a plus for anyone fighting candida or any other disease. Conclusion: Eat more fresh vegetables and less processed foods as most all vegetables are alkaline forming in the body.
Grapefruit seed extract is effective at very low concentrations. During 1989-90, an international research team (reported in the Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine, Volume 5, No. 3, USA, 1990) examined the effects of GSE and compared this with 30 effective antibiotics and 18 proven fungicides. GSE was found to perform as well as any and all of the tested agents. Without the harsh side effects. It is a natural alternative to strong antibiotics.
Grapefruit seed extract is nontoxic. According to an independent laboratory testing "Acute Oral Toxicity", it would take at least 4,000 times the normal dose of gse to produce a 50% chance of poisoning (called LD50).
Because grapefruit seed extract does not exhibit the harsh side effects and high cost of pharmaceuticals it is becoming the alternative health choice for naturopathic physicians, clinics and the general public.
Internal uses include but not limited to: Digestive Upsets, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Diarrhea and Food Poisoning. Infections from: Parasites (single and multi-celled), Bacterial, Viral and Fungal. Candida Yeast Infections, Thrush and Chronic Fatigue. Oral Infections: Tooth Plaque, Gum Disorders, Breath Freshener and Mouthwash. Colds and Flu, Sore Throats, Strep Throat, Ear Inflammation / Pain, Gassiness, Sinusitis and much more!
External uses include but not limited to: Acne, Athletes Foot, Nail Fungus Infections. Skin Infections: Fungal / Bacterial / Parasitic / Viral / Ringworm, Cuts / Wounds. Warts, Poison Ivy/Poison Oak, Rashes, Jock Itch, Shaving Itch, Dandruff, Cold Sores / Herpes, Head Lice, Chickenpox, Cracked Lips, Toothbrush Cleaning and much more!
Physicians have observed that the herpes simplex virus becomes inactive just ten minutes after the application of grapefruit seed extract.
One of the most important applications for grapefruit seed extract is in the support and protection of individuals with chronic immune system problems (AIDS, Chronic Fatigue, and Candida patients). See more: benefits of grapefruit seed extract.
According to studies, the activity of the active ingredient of grapefruit seed extract appears to develop in the cytoplasmic membrane of the microorganisms. The active ingredients of the extract disorganize the cytoplasmic membrane, thereby preventing the uptake of amino acids.
At the same time, there is a leakage of the cellular contents with low molecular weight through the cytoplasmic membrane. The pathogen is then inactivated. The time for this is generally shorter than that of most comparable preparations.
Grapefruit seed extract does not allow germs to build up a resistance. To date there is no evidence that any type of organism has ever built up a resistance to grapefruit seed extracts active ingredient. Due to the mode of its activity it is believed that this resistance is impossible as grapefruit seed extract disrupts the organisms cytoplasmic membrane.
What is not known is how GSE can affect the cell membranes of such a diverse group of microbes with virtually no toxicity toward animal life (The "Acute Oral Toxicity Study" performed by an independent laboratory concluded that you would have to take 4,000 times the normal adult dose to risk a 50% chance of poisoning). And to complicate matters further, since viruses do not have a cell membrane of their own, how is it that GSE can act as a remedy as it does.
Grapefruit Seed Extract and Protozoan Infections
Louis Parish, M.D., investigator for the department of health and human services, Public Health Service, Food and Drug Administration, reported in his prospectus for the FDA that grapefruit seed extract is "...as effective as any other preparation now available, perhaps more effective ... it does not cause the side effects." For intestinal problems, including dysentery he believes that grapefruit seed extract, "Gives more symptomatic relief than any other treatment."
Nearly 200 patients were treated for Entamoeba histolytica and giardia lamblia by Dr. Parish and his associates over a two month period. Dr. Parish went on to say "it (grapefruit seed extract) gives symptomatic relief more than any other product. It would be hard to overstate the value of grapefruit seed extract to my medical practice. It has no inherent toxicity.
By Dr. Leo Galland
There's something unique about this particular substance (grapefruit seed extract). Whatever it does, it does without the debilitating side effects. It has the advantage of being very safe. In the treatment of candidiasis it appears as effective as nystatin, caprylic acid, and other non-absorbed intestinal antifungal agents.
Dr. Galland considers the availability of grapefruit seed extract to be "...a major therapeutic breakthrough for patients with chronic parasitic and yeast infections..."
Many drug sensitive individuals find GSE to be much better tolerated than other antifungal preparations, and I have several patients in whom this product alone helped control chronic candidiasis when no other medication was tolerated or effective. In a test of 20 patients with vaginal yeast infection, 15 had relief of their symptoms in only 3 days after douching with grapefruit seed extract every 12 hours.
Grapefruit Extract Safety
Grapefruit seed extract has been extensively tested and proven safe and effective by many laboratories and research centers throughout the world.
Grapefruit seed extract has no inherent toxicity and exhibits no negative impact on beneficial intestinal bacteria. There are no known side effects or interactions. Grapefruit seed extract can be taken for long periods of time with no ill or toxic effects.
It is non-allergenic. Even people who are allergic to citrus have had no adverse reactions. This is largely due to its harmonizing effects to cope with body stress. Although about 3 to 5 per cent of all people are allergic to citrus fruit and could therefore also display a sensitive reaction to grapefruit seed extract. These people should start with a low dosage and perform a patch test to be sure.
Grapefruit seed extract can be used safely by most people. Even infants and the elderly, as well as those with compromised health. Pets and animals of all types and sizes can benefit greatly using grapefruit seed extract.
Grapefruit seed extract has been safely used worldwide for over 25 years by countless doctors, alternative health care practitioners and veterinarians.
How is Grapefruit Extract Made?
Grapefruit extract (GSE) is made by first converting grapefruit seeds and pulp into a very acidic liquid. This liquid is loaded with polyphenolic compounds, including quercitin, helperidin, campherol glycoside, neohelperidin, naringin, apigenin, rutinoside, poncirin, etc.
The polyphenols themselves are unstable but are chemically converted into more stable substances that belong to a diverse class of products called quaternary ammonium compounds. Some quaternary compounds, benzethonium chloride and benzalkonium chloride, for example, are used industrially as antimicrobials, but are toxic to animal life. The B vitamin choline is also a quaternary compound, but is nontoxic and even essential for maintaining healthy neurological function and fat metabolism.
Grapefruit extract features the best of both worlds. While evidencing none of the toxic side-effects of chemically-derived quaternaries.
The finished product is a viscous, yellow-amber colored liquid that features a taste that is both bitter and acidic. Pure vegetable glycerin is added to reduce the bitterness and acidity to a tolerable level and to reduce the possibility that incidental contact could cause irritation to the skin or mucous membranes. Grapefruit seed extract has a slight citrus smell.
Is there an Orange Juice diet? I can drink me some OJ! I drank like 4 16oz glasses of it yesterday while eating dinner. Boy was my belly about to EXPLODE!Joonie,
This isn't a diet. It is a natural anti-biotic that will help you to feel better. It will rid the body of bad things but unfortunately not the bad things of the mind.
LEV
Oh... no wonder I do not like grapefruit juice. That stuff is stought! And makes my belly hurt.
Does OJ do anything good, other than provide vitamin C? I have been on an OJ drinking kick for a few months now. Just been craving that stuff like no tomorrow.
Lev -
I've heard great things about this but was afraid to try with my history of stomach erosions. I was happy to read it helps alkalize the body so it works in the same way as the whole lemon drink.
I've added it to my shopping list.
Is this something you have to work up on? Do you herx on it?
Pip
Pip,
Gosh, i had such bad stomach problems. Pain in the lower left colon, lower large intestine and now i am almost pain free, even the one in the lower colon that i have had for so long. I just started right out on high dose of 20 drops 3 times a day. I was like i said, sluggish for awhile. My mom, 86 years old and still going stong, had a dhiarea problem. She would just have to go at any time. It is very disrupting to her life. She has been one the GSE for almost a week and has had no gotta go episode since. Hooray for her. It is supposed to heal peptic ulcers, those are the ones we are likely to get from the prednisone and opiod extras. Try it PIP, can't wait to hear good things.
LEV
I take lipitor for high cholesterol and you cant have grapefruit while taking lipitor.There are a few drugs that don't interact well with grapefruit juice so it would be a good idea to ask a doctor or pharmacist before starting this regimine. It does sound great, though, doesn't it?
Larry...very interesting. Can you purchase GSE at Whole Foods??
http://www.pccnaturalmarkets.com/health/Index/Drug.htm
To check interactions of meds and vitamins
Pip
Hi Lev,
Thanks as usual for posting some interesting helpful info. If you don't mind sharing more, what form are you taking this in? I mean, are you going to a health store and purchasing it in a pill form? Or are you doing something like converting from the natural state yourself at home?
My only concern for anyone trying this would be to be careful of interactions as I once had a reaction to a combo of xanax and claritan and grapefruit juice. I'm not on either anymore so that isn't a problem and thank you Pip for posting the link so that I can check any other possible interactions.
Regards
This sounds great, Lev! Thanks for sharing - I'm going to look for a pediatric version!Hi All,
The GSE that i take is in liquid form, unfiltered formula from certified organically grown grapefruit, 2 oz size, 100 mg, serving size, 10 drops, 200 servings per container. Pardon me if i don't give the brand name as it is not my intention to make money for any company. I paid .09 for the 2 oz. Something else that i wanted to mention is the drinking of Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice (not from concentrate). I drink the grapefruit juice with the GSE so as to not taste it. Also, the reason that grapefruit juice should not be taken with certain drugs is that the grapefruit juice enhances the effects of certain drugs and that can be dangerous but, grapefruit juice also enhances the effects of immunosuppressant drugs meaning less drugs needed.
Anyway, let me post this for general information:
Grapefruit juice provides many nutrients, such as vitamin C and lycopene. But chemicals in grapefruit interfere with the enzymes that break down (metabolize) certain drugs in your digestive system. This can result in excessively high levels of these drugs in your blood and an increased risk of serious side effects.
The exact chemicals in grapefruit juice that cause this interaction aren't known. But these chemicals are present in the pulp and peel of grapefruit as well as in the juice. For this reason, any grapefruit product — including dietary supplements that contain grapefruit bioflavonoids — can interact with certain medications. If you avoid grapefruit, you may also want to avoid tangelos, a hybrid grapefruit, and Seville oranges, a type of bitter orange often used to make marmalade and compotes. They may have a similar effect.
| Grapefruit and drug interactions The following drugs are known to have potentially serious interactions with grapefruit products, tangelos and Seville oranges. | |
|---|---|
| Drug name | Type of drug |
| Carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol) | An anti-seizure medication |
| Buspirone (BuSpar), clomipramine (Anafranil) and sertraline (Zoloft) | Antidepressants |
| Diazepam (Valium), triazolam (Halcion) | Tranquilizers |
| Felodipine (Plendil), nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), nimodipine (Nimotop), nisoldipine (Sular) and possibly verapamil (Isoptin, Verelan) | Calcium channel blockers used to treat high blood pressure |
| Saquinavir (Invirase) and indinavir (Crixivan) | HIV medications |
| Simvastatin (Zocor), lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev) and atorvastatin (Lipitor), simvastatin-ezetimibe (Vytorin) | HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors used to treat high cholesterol |
| Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), tacrolimus (Prograf) and sirolimus (Rapamune) | Immunosuppressant drugs |
| Amiodarone (Cordarone) | A drug used to treat and prevent abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) |
| Methadone | Pain relief medication |
| Sildenafil (Viagra) | Erectile dysfunction medication |
If you take any of these drugs, you should completely avoid grapefruit products, tangelos and Seville oranges, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Waiting to take these medications — even up to 24 hours — after you drink grapefruit juice will not prevent an interaction.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns about the effect of grapefruit products on any of the medications you take.