GERD & Heartburn Support Group
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is defined as chronic symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. This is commonly due to transient or permanent changes in the barrier between the esophagus and the stomach. If you are afflicted with GERD or heartburn, join the group and find support.
after taking everything you can imagine for heartburn i found something that works chewable dgl licorice root and gaucatonga ive been taking them for about 8 months with prevacid i had the worst hertburn for 2 yrs it was all the way into my ears then i seen a dr one day that suggested these and i started to take them and i have gained 5 lbs hope this helps someone charlene
GUACATONGA - (Casearia sylvestris)
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GUACATONGA CAPSULES
BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES AND CLINICAL RESEARCH
The research on guacatonga's anticancerous properties began in 1988 by Japanese researchers from the Tokyo College of Pharmacy and Pharmacognosy. They published one preliminary trial in 1988 on their discovery of these novel clerodane diterpenes and their anticancerous and antitumorous activities.
The study indicated that an ethanol extract of the leaf showed strong antitumorous activity in laboratory mice with sarcomas. As soon as they made this discovery, they rushed to patent it, filing a Japanese patent for the casearin chemicals they'd discovered as new antitumorous agents.
Here are some more Amazonian products that are used locally Here are some of the Amazonian products that are used locally to help fight Cancer:
Cats Claw Boosts the immune system and also an anti -carcinogen. Recommended to take with Graviola & N-Tense
Graviola Up to 10,000 times stonger than chemotherapy, but is selective, it only kills infected cells. Suitable for many types of tumour .
Graviola MAX Two types of graviola combined to make it even more powerful.
Guacatonga Widely renowned for the help it gives fighting cancers.
Immune Support This gives a powerful boost to the immune system and can be used with the other products listed here.
N-Tense N-TenseThis is probable the strongest single capsule multi extract formula we have.
N-Tense Topical This is used for the treatment of skin cancer.
N-Tense 2 This is used for the treatment of Leukaemia.
Amazon Vitality Documented with cellular protective actions for the skin, brain, liver, kidneys, gastric tract, heart, and immune system.
They published a follow-up study in 1990, again reporting their results from injecting mice with sarcomas with an ethanol extract of guacatonga leaves (100 mg per gram of body weight) and confirming their previous findings. They then tested individual casearins against various human cancer cell lines and published two more studies in 1991 and 1992.
These studies reported newly isolated casearin chemicals and their antitumorous and anticancerous actions against various cancer tumor cells. Oddly, the Japanese researchers have not published any further studies and, since they had already filed patents, other research groups have not been forthcoming in funding research dollars on these patented antitumorous plant chemicals.
In 2002, however, a well-known research group in North Carolina discovered three new casearins in the leaves and stems of guacatonga that the Japanese had not (and, obviously, hadn't patented). They named the new chemicals casearvestrin A, B and C, and published their first study in February, 2002, stating: "All three compounds displayed promising bioactivity, both in cytotoxicity assays against a panel of tumor cell lines and in antifungal assays . . ."
Their research tested the new plant chemicals against human lung, colon and ovarian tumor cells and indicated all three compounds had toxicity to cancer cells in very small amounts. This research was supported by a grant from the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health (NCI) and performed by a non-profit biotech company, a large pharmaceutical company and a major university.
The NCI has also performed research in-house on clerodane diterpenoids found in another Casearia plant species documenting the antitumor properties of its novel diterpenoids and another university research group has documented the anticancerous properties of this class of chemicals in a Casearia plant from the Madagascar rainforest as well. It will be interesting to see if this diversified group will actually develop these chemicals into new effective chemotherapeutic agents; their research is ongoing.
All other research on the chemicals and activities of guacatonga has been performed by Brazilian research groups over the years. The first published toxicity study with rats indicated no toxicity with an ethanol extract of the leaves at 1840 mg per kg. This research group, at the University of Sao Paulo, studied the anti-ulcer properties of the plant (based on its long history of use as an effective herbal remedy for ulcers).
They published two studies confirming these benefits. The first study, with rats (in 1990), showed that a crude leaf extract reduced the volume of gastric secretion by 42%, but had little effect on pH. The extract also prevented lab-induced acute gastric mucosal injury which was equivalent to the antiulcer drug cimetidine (Tagamet). Ten years later they published a second rat study, documenting that a crude leaf extract protected the stomach lining without changing gastric pH and sped healing of acetic acid-induced chronic ulcers and H. pylori ulcers.
Another Brazilian researcher documented that a bark-and-leaf infusion demonstrated pain relieving and mild anti-inflammatory properties in mice. A university researcher followed up on the anti-inflammatory research, publishing in her dissertation that an extract of the leaves was as effective against inflammation in mice as the NSAID drugs Prioxicam and Meloxicam. Leaf extracts have also been shown by two research groups to be active against common food poisoning bacteria strains, Bacillus cerus and B. subtilis, but inactive against such other common bacteria as Staphylococcus, Streptoccoccus, and E. coli.
CURRENT PRACTICAL USES
It will be interesting to see what happens with guacatonga's ongoing cancer research - especially with sarcomas. These types of tumors typically grow very quickly, are resistant to many of the approved cancer drugs, and represent a bleak prognosis for most cancer patients. In the meantime, guacatonga is considered a safe plant and a great natural herbal remedy for ulcers, inflammation, and pain, and will continue to be used as a snakebite remedy throughout the Amazon jungles by the indigenous peoples. Although not widely available in the U.S. market yet, hopefully as more people learn of its beneficial uses, the market demand for it will increase.
GUACATONGA PLANT SUMMARY
Main Preparation Method: infusion or capsules Main Actions (in order):
anticancerous, antitumorous, antiulcerous, antivenin, anti-inflammatory
Main Uses:
For cancer (sarcoma, carcinoma, and adenocarcinoma)
For stomach disorders (ulcers, acid reflux, indigestion, dyspepsia, stomachache)
As an antivenin for snake, spider, and bee bites and stings
As a topical analgesic (pain-reliever) and anti-inflammatory for skin diseases, rashes, and wounds
As a blood purifier and general detoxification
Properties/Actions Documented by Research:
Analgesic (pain-reliever), antacid, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anticancerous, antifungal, antitumorous, antiulcerous, antivenin, gastroprotective (protects the gastric tract) Other Properties/Actions Documented by Traditional Use:
Anesthetic, antihemorrhagic (reduces bleeding), antimutagenic (cellular protector), antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, blood cleanser, detoxifier, digestive stimulant, wound healer
Cautions: None
Some UK Facts
Bowel Cancer (men & women)
This disease kills over 16,000 people each year. Yet if caught early enough, it can be cured and prevented.
Breast Cancer (women)
This is THE most common form of cancer. 1 in 9 women will suffer from this cancer sometime in their lives. More than 36,000 fresh cases are detected every year. Self examination of the breast is a very important because it can be treated effectively, if found early enough.
Cervical Cancer (women)
For women aged 35 or under, this is the most common form of cancer there are about 3,000 new cases each year. With no obvious early stage symptoms, regular screening is essential for early detection.
Prostate Cancer (men)
This cancer is on the increase, it will affect 1 in 12 men throughout their lives, and 9,500 men die each year from this form of cancer.
Testicular Cancer (men)
In men under 35 this is the most common form of cancer, but it is growing at the rate of 10% per year. This is the most curable form of cancer if detected eary. Self examination of the testicles is a very important.
Lung Cancer (men & women)
This form of cancer kills many thousands of people every year, smoking is one obvious reason.
Please Note, Graviola may be more beneficial when used in conjunction with Immune System or Cat's Claw Because they helps to improve and boost the body's own
Suggested use. As a dietary supplement, take: 3 capsules 2-3 times daily or as directed by a health care professional.
Herbal Ingredients
Guacatonga
Here is a list of the herbal extracts used in this product. However in our quest for improvement and excellence, our products are being continually reviewed and modified as more data on the various plants becomes available.
As a result, the ingredients may be subject to change. Any changes will be reflected in the above list as soon as we have time to make the necessary updates. Thank You.
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