Grapefruit Seed 4:1

History:

The Grapefruit tree is believed to be descended from the pomelo (Citrus maxima), which is native to India and other parts of Asia. The pomelo was first taken to London by an Englishman, and from there it was introduced into the West Indies, where, after genetic mutation of the seed, the Grapefruit was born, becoming one of the most popular citrus fruits in the Western Hemisphere. Botanically, it was not distinguished from the pomelo until the 1830s, when it was given the name Citrus paradisi. Grapefruit was probably introduced into Florida about 1809, and did not extend west until the advent of the railroads, but the fruit is now grown in warm climates throughout the world, where it thrives as a crop in light, sandy, well-drained soil in full sun with ample moisture during the growing season. It requires a warm climate - minimum of 41 degrees Fahrenheit - with no frost, since young trees (only) are vulnerable. The mature tree is handsome, as it grows to forty feet in height, or even more, and bears fruit in "grapelike" clusters, sometimes bearing a dozen or more fruits grouped closely together....and thereby giving Grapefruit its name. Grapefruit is a large, round, yellow-skinned (also pink and white-fleshed), tart-flavored member of the citrus family that can weigh anywhere from one to five pounds and closely allied to orange and lemon. There is even a green-skinned variety called the "Sweetie," which is less tart than the others. The pink and red hues contain the beneficial (and remarkable) antioxidant, lycopene. The botanical genus, Citrus, was originally called kedromelon [κεδρομῆλον] in Greek, meaning “apple of cedar,” but the fruit was mistakenly identified by Greek travellers in Egypt, and the Romans changed the Greek name to citrus. The therapeutic uses of citruses are complex; and commonly, the leaves, fruits and bark have been used, while in China, several different preparations were prepared from the peel and pulp and first mentioned in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the first century A.D. Grapefruit Seed, however, became one of the new, natural-wonder nutrients of the 1980s and 1990s, when reports streamed in claiming that Grapefruit Seed was significantly effective in fighting infections. Farmers were actually the first to discover antibacterial activity and used Grapefruit Seed extract to inhibit the growth of mold on their equipment; later, cosmetic companies added it to their products as a preservative. When claims that Grapefruit Seed extract (which is a biologically active botanical extract derived from the seeds and pulp) could be helpful for infection, the health supplement industry took note and quickly offered it in natural herbal supplements to meet the demand for its antibiotic properties. A sulfur-containing terpene, para-1-menthene-8-thiol, is one of the substances which has a strong influence on the taste and odor of Grapefruit, compared to other citrus fruits. Grapefruit Seed is rich  vitamin C and potassium and also contains volatile oils, acids, coumarins, limonoids, bioflavonoids (quercetin, hesperidin, rutin, naringin, etc.), folate, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, calcium, fiber, beta-carotene, all of the B-vitamin group and vitamin E.

Recommended Dosage:
Take one (1) capsule, one (1) time each day with water at an early to midday mealtime.

Contraindications:
Those who are allergic to citrus fruits may have reactions to Grapefruit Seed Herbal Supplement. Certain medications may be activated (or deactivated) with the use of Grapefruit, and if in doubt, you should ask your health care provider. Grapefruit (unlike other citrus) contains furocoumarins, a substance that seems to affect the way your body metabolizes and absorbs certain medications, and this may enhance or possibly even counter the efficacy of prescription medicines (including cyclosporine, blood pressure, some antihistimines, erectile dysfunction medication, heart medications), so if you are taking any medications, check with your physician before taking this product.

Capsule Information:
Our Grapefruit Seed 4:1 supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.

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The information presented herein by Herbal Extracts Plus is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.