GSE OR Grapefruit Seed Extract

GSE OR Grapefruit Seed Extract is used by many herbalist and
alternative health practitioners for bacterial and viral infections of
all types including parasitic infestations or infections. It may
eventually become known as a desirable first line of treatment because
of its broad spectrum of antibacterial, antifungal and antiprotozoan
benefits. The usual dose required is 600-1600mg per day. Animal
studies have shown no toxicity except for intestinal irritation
producing diarrhea at very high doses. The mechanism of action is not
known; there is no evidence of systemic absorption.

As the story goes... fourteen years ago a gardener noticed that when
he threw grapefruit seeds onto his compost heap they did not rot.
Fortunately, being both a doctor and an Einstein Laureate physicist
who specialised in finding natural remedies, he investigated. The
result was a remarkable discovery The extract he made from the
grapefruit seeds may turn out to be the most potent and benign
antimicrobial so far discovered.

What was so surprising was how broad it's uses turned out to be.
Conventional antibiotics only kill bacteria. GSE has been shown to
inactivate viruses, yeasts, fungi, parasites and worms, as well as
bacteria. What's in there that makes it work really isn't known,"
Whatever it does, it does it without debilitating side effects and it
has the advantage of being very safe". Studies from a list of
prestigious institutes have demonstrated grapefruit seed extract to be
effective against over twenty disease-causing bacteria, more than
thirty fungi, and a host of single cell parasites.

A few drops of grapefruit seed extract, (gse), in a glass of water
could put a stop to the flu or a sore throat. It could also help
control Candida or gingivitis, and it's been known to banish athlete's
foot in a single application. It is highly effective against diarrhoea
and food poisoning, it could rid you of worms or parasites, it can
even stop you going down with cholera or dysentery when travelling
abroad. it is very much more potent than tea tree oil. The best news
is it is natural, inexpensive and non toxic.

The only side effect that has been noticed is an occasional mild
discomfort when yeast or bacteria begin a 'die off" process. (YES...
DYING BACTERIA .. THE HEALING PROCESS.. CAN MAKE YOU FEEL SICK!!)
Starting on just a few drops a day and raising it gradually will
minimise this. Often taking a probiotic supplement is appropriate as
well. For maximum effect they should be taken several hours apart.

Researchers at the Pasteur Institutes hospital in Nairobi have been
using with GSE with HIV patients for over two years and report
dramatic results with secondary infections, including parasitic
infections and thrush. GSE is so safe that you can use a mild solution
on a baby's bottom for nappy/diaper rash.

Normally GSE comes as a concentrate of which you use a few drops at a
time dissolved in a glass of water or juice. To stave off a cold you
could drink some in a hot drink, repeating, if necessary a few hours
later. In areas where diarrhoea is a problem a little can be taken
each morning as a preventative. The concentrate is extremely strong
and must always be diluted and never used in the eyes. GSE is
incredibly versatile. You can gargle with it for sore throats and gum
infections. You can even douche with it. Try adding it to your shampoo
to control dandruff.

Yeast / Candida Chronic candidiasis can be successfully treated with
grapefruit seed extract according to the many clinics and medical
practitioners now prescribing it. Dr Leo Galland, who prescribes it
for chronic candidiasis, has reported treatment failure in fewer than
1% of cases, and considers it to be "a major therapeutic breakthrough
for patients with chronic parasitic and yeast infections."

Uro-Genital
Vaginitis/Vaginal Infection Citrus seed extract is useful for
vaginal candida infections. In a study done by the Universidad
Autonoma de Nuevo Leon in Mexico, 20 women douched using grapefruit
seed extract every 12 hours for 3 consecutive days. 15 patients were
cured after the first treatment. Four patients received treatment
twice to become symptom free and receive negative laboratory results
and 1 patient repeated the treatment 3 times until the lab report came
back negative.


Natural Disinfectant
Besides it's multiple uses within the human body, GSE has many more
applications. Tests at the University of Georgia, confirmed by labs
and clinics around the world, have shown that it is a first class
disinfectant. Not only does it kill germs effectively, but unlike most
disinfectants, it has virtually no toxicity, making it far safer to use.

Already it is being used by hospitals in America. At home it can
safely be used to wash fruit and salad vegetables, to clean chopping
boards, and to sterilise food utensils (or your toothbrush) when needed.

This discovery has shown that GSE has so many uses that the moral may
turn out to be: Don't leave home without it

But why take my word for any of this? You can do your own research
at the local library or on any Internet search engine such as
www.google.com or www.mamma.com or www.dogpile. com etc.

Until next time remember, most illness (upwards of 80% according to
experts) can be attributed to FOUR important factors that can weaken
your immune system and your ability to fight off disease. In this order:

1. INADEQUATE REST - Research continues to prove, that no two ways
about it, good quality sleep has proven to be the singlemost
important factor in determining or influencing your health.

2. INABILITY TO DEAL WITH STRESS - If you run around all day like a
chicken with it's head cut off, it will increase your chances of
getting ill and will aggravate, tremendously, any illness that you
already have, no matter what it is. Anxiety, depression, anger, guilt
or also STRESS factors. LEARN TO FORGIVE AND LET GO.

3. INADEQUATE OR IMPROPER NUTRITIONAL HABITS. There are a lot of
practicing vegetarians lately and some load up on the white sugar,
white flour, starches, processed and refined foods. Many whole
foods/alternative medicine type practitioners believe we should be
eating at least 5 times as many fruits and vegetables as meats. Most
experts agree that most diets are seriously deficient in the amounts
of fruits and vegetables that we should be eating to remain healthy.

4. INADEQUATE EXCERCISE - A sedentary lifestyle that does not include
enough exercise will catch up with you. FIND SOME KIND OF PHYSICALLY
ENGAGING ACTIVITY EVEN IF IT'S ONLY WALKING!

LEGAL DISCLAIMER - Required by the FDA.

The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the Food and
Drug Administration and these statements are not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Until next time,

Q