Vanna and Samson my rescue kitties were getting over their URI when I adopted them and Vanna had a bad set back this weekend and had to go back yesterday. The information in our articles is NOT intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. The maincontroversy stems from study findingsthat some commercially produced grapefruit seed extracts contain harmful ingredients like benzethonium chloride and triclosan. Theres an over 20-year history of adulteration of GSE products with synthetic antibacterial disinfectants and cleansers. Never purchase a grapefruit seed extract product that contains health-hazardous, synthetic chemicals like methylparaben, benzethonium chloride or triclosan. Elicats.com - All rights reserved 2012 - 2022 - The reproduction, even partial, of all contents present on the site is forbidden without explicit authorization. The result has been a boon and boom for manufacturers, with thousands of products flooding the market. :dk: Thanks LDG and mrsgreenjeans for your replies -- sorry I'm only now back to read them. Bowies law AB 595 California is an animal life saver. Ive read about the anti-fungal properties of grapefruit seed extract, but I have also read about the potential presence of benzethonium chloride and other chemicals used in the manufacturing process. Toxic Principles: Essential oils and psoralens. No content on this site, regardless of date, should ever be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from your doctor or other qualified clinician. In the treatment of chronic candida, its claimed that GSE selectively kills fungi but leaves normal gastrointestinal species intact. Well after about 10 days he started eating less and becoming less active so I continued giving him the GSE thinking the virus was coming back. Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) GSE is a broad spectrum, non-toxic, antimicrobial product derived from the seeds, pulp and white membranes of grapefruit. Eczema is a common skin disorderthat often has links to food choices and digestive issues. The extract was mostly effective againstCandida, Geotrichum sp. Chronic candida is not a real condition, but is a fake disease created out of thin air as an explanation for often non-specific gastrointestinal symptoms. Instead of using unnatural and synthetic preservatives, many natural companies turn to grapefruit seed extract for its ability to preserve a product by killing unwanted bacteria. The amount depends on the strength of theGSEand the reason youre taking it. This is not a criticism of you. Right it is grapefruit seed extract and you want the liquid not the pill form. The liquid grapefruit seed concentrates should always be diluted; never use full strength and avoid contact with eyes or other sensitive areas. At the same time it has to do so without causing you or your body more harm than good. Grapefruit seed extract (GSE), according to promoters, is a panacea that destroy bacteria, viruses and fungi anywhere in the body, without any risk of harm. then on monday took her back and she was 2pds 15oz. The treatment methods presented are alternative therapy remedies and are therefore not scientifically recognized. Always speak with your health care provider about proper dosage or follow the instructions provided on the extract. For quite a long time the vets thought he just had an upper respiratory infection. What the author says is that the artificial preservatives in the commercial products, such as benzethonium chloride have an effect on microorganisms. Many professionals, including doctors, veterinarians, farmers and consumers, praise GSEs multipurpose useand effectiveness. are clickable links to medically peer-reviewed studies. Despite the fact that the number of domestic cats and dogs in America has doubled since the 1970s, the number Best Friends Animal Society reported a 44.5% drop between 2019 and 2020 of euthanized shelter cats and dogs from 625,000 Somebody asked the question whether animal shelters can refuse animals. Soon he started shaking, throwing up and he would just sit in one place balled up looking at the ground. Okay!? In the span of a few short days it HEALED torn and open flesh. Caution should be applied. Subjects received either 2 drops of a 0.5% liquid concentrate twice a day or 150 mg of encapsulated GSE (ParaMicrocidin) three times a day. If you give your cats raw meat and your worried about the bacteria, just soak it in Grapeseed Extract! Grapefruit seed extract, also known as GSE orcitrus seed extract,is derived from the seeds, pulp and white membranes of a grapefruit. However, test results indicated that at the 1:512 dilution, GSE remained bactericidal, but completely nontoxic. Scott holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree, and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Toronto, and has completed a Accredited Canadian Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program. After some additionalprocessing, the mixture turns into ayellow, thick liquid that has a strong, bitter taste. Thanks Haley. It is probably safe to put a few drops of grapefruit seed extract in water in a spray bottle for an odorless way to kill household mold and mildew. One preliminary human trial investigated the effectiveness of grapefruit seed extract in people with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and eczema. Interesting. A team of researchers in the US have demonstrated that xylitol and grapefruit seed extract (GSE) could potentially prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection. Repeated testing over the past 20 years has demonstrated that any GSE efficacy is due to product adulteration with one or more synthetic chemical disinfectants. The common denominator is the owner who has consistently overfed his/her cats who look like siblings. It was liver toxicity symptoms. But no matter how many margaritas you may drink, tequila will not cure your cold or any other infection in body. (for human OR dog) I'm going to stick in a sentence in here also about 'multi-vitamins'. And how much processing of a natural substance can occur before its no longer natural? Scott has no conflicts of interest to disclose. Within those two weeks, all patients responded satisfactorily to the treatment minus one. It just indicates that it is not recommended by veterinarians although some of them might. After a month, all of the subjects taking capsules experienced significant improvements in constipation, flatulence and abdominal discomfort, as well as night rest, while 20 percent of the subjects taking the liquid experienced significant improvements in their negative digestive symptoms. A review of 16 . (2)GSEs antifungal properties help it combat candida infestations by killing the yeast cells that have taken over in thebody. in glass dishes on lab benches) and in vivo use (i.e. It has been used for weight loss. You can also include the seeds and membranes when youmake fresh grapefruit juice. This same boom has challenged consumers and health professionals who are seeking products that are safe, effective, and manufactured to high quality standards (and in the bottle you are buying). Toxicity: Toxic to Dogs, Toxic to Cats, Toxic to Horses. It has also been used for other conditions, but with limited evidence. It most commonly occurs in the mouth, ears, nose, toenails, fingernails, gastrointestinal tract and vagina. After battling endless URI with the group I had, I finally went to my friendly health food guru and he suggested I use this stuff. I agree some of the drugs are pretty toxic. Here's just one thread on it: You're right, the Nutribiotic site doesn't list the Maximum Concentrate Liquid under the main list of products -- but buried in the left side menu, under "liquids," it showed up. A solution of 20 drops Grapefruit Seed Extract with 10oz. Obviously in Western Medicine, this is treated as "allergies," and we did the whole food route. This article is based on scientific evidence, written by experts and fact checked by our trained editorial staff. In general, grapefruit seed extract is considered safe for most people to use, both on a short- and long-term basis. Note that the numbers in parentheses (1, 2, etc.) The paper describes the open-label use of an extract and provides no data or statistical analysis, yet concludes the product is effective and safe. Im about to apply some diluted GSE as shes not feeling well. do you think that the gse and coconut oil applied will help to heal? Beware of allergic reactions, if the animal does not like the bitter taste you can always give it with a syringe a few drops (depending on the weight of the animal) diluted in water. Our team aims to be not only thorough with its research, but also objective and unbiased. Sothinking maybe you should start up your own thread with the CORRECT name (this thread calls it Grapeseed vs GrapeFRUIT seed (big difference) Now I'm just trying to figure out if you should start it up under Health or Nutrition. Your location says you're in Chicago - that covers a lot of territory. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc, or its affiliates. So I started using this, in their canned food and also dropping it into the water fountain, about 6 drops every time I scrubbed the bowl out. my cat lil deb slipped out and confronted snake on porch i slung 2 ferals in house , it was striking at me and one fang got deb The one GSE product with no additives also had no efficacy. Fruit is edible, skins and plant material can cause problems. I just dont have a good feeling about it. Since the actual amount of these unlisted chemicals could vary widely and are unapproved compounds for internal use, some natural health practitioners recommend not taking GSE health products internally. How do you use grapefruit seed extract for toenail . I think I may have added a little too much because my maine coon refused it at first and I found him trying to drink out of the toilet! Side effects may include headache, itchy scalp, dizziness, and nausea. Grapefruit seed extract has the potential to kill viruses and fungi. out of DrWeil.com subscriptions at any time. MUST HAVE A FORMULATION WITH A CONCENRATION OF 50% OR MORE OF GLYCERINE, WARNING: DO NOT USE PURE AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, MUST BE STORED IN A REFRIGERATOR AND PROTECTED FROM LIGHT. I apologize for not including the links in my original post -- I was trying to save people the trouble of all the back-and-forth comparison (oops). Information on this website is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Thanks for sharing your experience, Jancee. Please comment here using either Facebook or WordPress (when available). But, Ive never seen any edible cat product containing lemon or orange either. The ducts may need to be cleaned by a professional. It's been coming up here on the forums lately. I am sorry to hear that your cat has been unwell. It was liver toxicity symptoms. Various studies have revealed that grapefruit extract can kill over 800 types of bacteria and viruses, including salmonella, E. coli, herpes, parasites, and fungi. The objectives of this study were to determine (1) time and dose-dependence of GSE against FCV-F9, MNV-1, and HAV at room tempe and hemolytic E. coli. He continued to have stuffy nose and nasal troubles. I keep pounds and pounds of it and use it consistently, every single day for every cat in my world. Although a small human study, the data points toward the antibacterial ability of dried or fresh grapefruit seeds being comparable toproven antibacterial drugs, making it an effective home remedy for UTIs. This information serves as a general guideline, cannot be applied to all pets or considered as an alternative to professional advice. These tests indicated that from the 1:1 through the 1:128 concentrations, GSE remained toxic as well as bactericidal. Advocates of the product say that it can also be used to disinfect cages, for example at shelters and breeder catteries. [2] J Altern Complement Med. No antibacterial or antifungal properties were noted. There have been several other studies conducted. Farmers in Europe use a powdered form of GSE in fish and poultry feed to prevent infections caused by. Well after about 10 days he started eating less and becoming less active so I continued giving him the GSE thinking the virus was coming back. Yikes. She has been licensed as a primaryRead More. Grapefruit interferes with medicines.So if you want to administer it, talk to your vet first, Extract grapefruit seeds ESP for topical used should always be diluted! Purraise. Test tube or any other in vitro studies are irrelevant when looking at any internal use. There is a serious problem with commercially available GSE products sold on the market. Also, in a report published in 2012, investigators from the Austin, Texas-based American Botanical Council found that many grapefruit seed extract products on the market today contain synthetic chemicals that arent listed on their labels. Grapefruit seed extract is TOXIC TO CATS!! This is a pretty basic infographic but I feel that it is useful to restate the basics from time to A tetchy topic. Your email address will not be published. How to choose the right food for your cat, http://www.thecatsite.com/t/205198/diluting-grapefruit-seed-extract, http://www.thecatsite.com/t/27969/grapefruit-seed-extract, http://www.nutribiotic.com/gse-liquid-concentrate.html, http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12165191, http://www.thecatsite.com/t/261531/botans-recovery-story-pseudomonas. I must say that it sounds bad if he has over-growned so much that he had injured himself. so. The researchers identified two agents: xylitol and grapefruit seed extract (GSE), which, when administered intranasally in the form of nasal sprays could help ameliorate COVID-19 symptoms in patients. my cat will not stop licking himself! A noteworthycase study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2005 found that grapefruit seeds were highly effective in killing antibiotic-resistanturinary tract infections. Im sorry that you werent able to save Charlie. Wow thats amazing. Where do you draw the line between supplement and drug? This blog is for information purposes only. Also, I did some research on this product on the Wikipedia website. The vet I saw recommended L-lysine and she used it herself. You also agree to receive emails from DrWeil.com, and you may opt It was evident that GSE disrupts the bacterial membrane and liberates the cytoplasmic contents within 15 minutes after contact even at more dilute concentrations. It changed eventually to white and then nothing. there's always more coming. Follow the label instructions for use. In other words, the synthetic preservative is the anti-microbial agent rather than natural grapefruit seed extract (GSE).