grapefruit seed extract

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Grapefruit Seed Extract is associated with the following potential health benefits:

Powerful natural antiseptic.
Antiviral and anti-fungal agent.
Possible anti-cancer properties.6
Promotes the healing of wounds and scar tissue.
Possible cholesterol-lowering properties due to the presence of the flavanoid naringin (a well-known plasma lipid reducer and plasma antioxidant activator).7
Excellent remedy for toenail fungal infections.4
Treatment for sinus, vaginal and topical skin infections.
Evironmentally-friendly fruit and vegetable wash for removing toxins.³
Effective preventative for Candida and other forms of yeast infection.4
Inhibits the formation of harmful intestinal organisms, including Giardia, without reducing levels of healthy bowel flora.4,5
Acts as a natural preservative for cosmetics.
Can replace chlorine in swimming pools, public baths, water and sewage treatment centers, and it also used as a general water-purifying mechanism.5
May reduce chances of developing coronary heart disease in high-risk patients due to high pectin content in Grapefruit seed extract.8
Possible anti-biotic activity.
Aids to alkalize the body, and is one of the world's most alkaline forming foods, helping to stabilize acidic pH levels, a central component for health rejuvenation.
Great general immune system booster.

Other Home-Friendly Benefits of Grapefruit Seed Extract
An excellent extract to have on hand while traveling into foreign countries, GSE acts as a natural germ-killer and an effective preventative mechanism for food borne illnesses that cause diarrhea and dysentery. It is also useful for our pets, and can be applied in both internal and external infections of the skin, including fleas. It is also highly useful for the modern eco-conscious gardener, and can used to remove fungus and mold from tools and supplies. It is also a great bug and plant spray. Grapefruit seed extract can be used to clean surfaces and even sprinkled into soaps for an added anti-microbial and viral effects.

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Great post Ella, what is the recommended dosage?

Depends on what you are using it for, but usually a couple - 5 drops will be sufficient

Oh another thing is it tastes VILE so best to give it with something, i.e on a blob of coconut oil etc....