Larrea
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LarreaRx Extract (aka "Shegoi")
Suggested For Those With Herpes, Candida Yeast, Etc.
This is the effective product described by Kevin Trudeau in Natural Cures.
Larrea tridentata has been shown throughout medical history and Native-American tradition to produce significant positive immune support and help with pain. The historical use of the plant prompted a research and development process that has led to an important extract of Larrea.
Additionally, published research performed at several well-known medical research institutions, such as the Stanford University School of Medicine1, the University of Berne (Switzerland), The Johns Hopkins University2, and King's College London, have demonstrated that chemical compounds present in the Larrea plant do possess health enhancing properties.
People with various immune challenges, including those viral in nature, have sought the extract of Larrea. It is good to have on hand, not only for colds & flu, but for many other active invaders. There are pesky viruses, yeasts & fungi, etc., at work in most of us beyond what you may realize.
Herpes
For example, the herpes virus can cause cold sores, a.k.a. fever blisters, as well as "shingles", an outbreak of blisters on the skin and/or pain in the nerves, and genital sores. Chicken pox is also a form of herpes that most people have experienced.
There are different strains of herpes, eg., herpes simplex & herpes zoster. Herpes has been linked with Alzheimer's, lupus, MS, some forms of cancer, "Epstein-Barr", chronic fatigue and other problems. Genital herpes can be a great nuisance.
NOTE: Virtually EVERYONE has at least one type of Herpes virus, and most people have several. They may be active and bothersome, or the may be working behind the scenes, altering and destroying cells, waiting to manifest symptoms later when the immune system is weaker.
Candida Albicans Yeast Infection
Also, a majority of people in western societies have an overgrowth of Candida Albicans and other yeasts and fungi stressing the body. Candida is a resident in the human digestive tract that can expand its presence when fed by excessive carbohydrates, especially when there is a reduced level of friendly "probiotic" bacteria.
Overuse of antibiotics, and over consumption of sugar and white flour foods are major reasons why Candida overgrowth yeast infection is widespread. Candida yeast is known to be a cause or contributor to many nagging health problems, including:
acne; digestive disorders; allergies: sinus congestion; susceptibility to colds and infections; female problems; inflammation; athlete's foot; nail fungus; rashes; and blood sugar imbalances and related symptoms, such as foggy mind, anxiety, headaches, etc.; and much more.
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Another Name For Larrea -- "SHEGOI"
Native American Indians of the southwest called Larrea, "Shegoi", meaning "Mother of all plants". It was revered as their most important plant medicine, naming it their "Medicine Chest".
This plant plays a prominent role in the creation stories of the Pima tribe. They believe that Larrea was the first plant placed on the Earth by the creator, shortly after Earth itself was created. As it turns out, modern science has, in a way, confirmed the legend of the Pimas.
Recently, it has been verified that Larrea is indeed among the oldest living plants in the world. Some currently living Larrea plants actually started growing nearly 12,000 years ago, shortly after the glaciers retreated during the last ice age.
Larrea thrives in desert regions such as Death Valley, the Mojave Desert, the Sonoran Desert and other harsh, dry areas in the southwest U.S. The plant has perfectly adapted to survive for many thousands of years in severe conditions that can greatly challenge the survival of a human within just hours.
This plant indeed has something that we can use for better health. Research has identified special antioxidant lignans and flavonoids with antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial qualities.
However, the raw unprocessed Larrea has turpine compounds in it that can irritate the body's tissues, especially the liver, with regular use. There are cheaper Larrea products offered that are simply ground Larrea leaves. These are much less effective and may cause problems if overused.
