d limonene is it liver safe ?

[Bali05]

I suffer from mild esaphogitis (endoscopy proven)

thinking of taking a natural product esaphoguard by life extension

active ingredient d limonene

anybody know if it safe with HepC ?

[Rockerforlife]

good read

http://healthnutsradio.com/integrative_interventions/Heartburn.pdf

[Rockerforlife]

Usually, medications that are used to treat heartburn have serious side-effects. Antacids can make the stomach to become more vulnerable to food poisoning, for example, a potentially fatal bacteria found in raw shellfish that is normally neutralized by stomach juices can live up to 2 hours in presence of antacids.



http://www.boomersforever.com/orange.htm

[Rockerforlife]

In clinical studies, approximately 90% of participants reported, the relief of heartburn after two weeks and nearly one third showed an improvement after only two days.

word of mouth is sometime the best proof

[Rockerforlife]

Well,if it works for you,i really cant see it doing anymore harm than a script drug.

[Bali05]

Thanks again, I guess same old rules apply.

When you take your chances better take them with the natural stuff.

Tried apple cider vinegar did not work. I like the d limonene because it is like

an oil that floats up in your stomach and coats right where esaphogus meets

stomach. Had this condition for a while. Did 2 endocopies , first one said

I had hiatal hernia , second one could not find hiatal hernia. Leave it to the Drs.

[Rockerforlife]

Orange Peel
Extracts from bitter orange peel, or "Citrus Aurantium" have been commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine for many years. Citrus aurantium promotes metabolism, burns fat, increases energy, and it is a general stimulant. Its fat burning effects are useful for clearing fat deposits from the liver. Citrus aurantium’s main active compound is synephrine, which is chemically similar to the ephedra alkaloids found in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medications and in weight loss supplements containing Ma Huang. However, it does not have the adverse side effects of Ma Huang.

who to believe?....seems like there is more conflicting info lately on health foods ...i see lots of misinformation too

[GreatBird]

I use Papaya enzyme tablets. THey are chewable. They are safe. And they work for me when I get hearburn.

[Rockerforlife]

if u have heart burn try apple cidar vinegar.i would be cautious of the bitter orange stuff...when in doubt...run

[Bali05]

Thanks, was just wondering if anybody knew this because it happens to be
a great alternative.

To FIGuy:

I have no clue what you are talking about.

Esaphoguard by Life Extension is a great natural product for esaphogitis.

[Rockerforlife]

http://www.livestrong.com/article/30278-dangers-bitter-orange/

[Rockerforlife]

Most pharma drugs are made from plant sources....they are just chemically alterated

[Rockerforlife]

I hope u know there is a difference from just natural orange peel extract and the organge bitters.?..and if ur on TX...I WOULD NOT TAKE ANY EXTRACT AT ALL




Drug Interactions
Drug interactions are another danger posed with consumption of bitter orange and bitter orange products. Adverse reactions can occur with the use of prescription drugs as well as over-the-counter drugs. According to the Mayo Clinic, bitter orange can inhibit metabolism of a host of drugs, escalating the amount of the drug in your body and the risk of harmful effects. In addition, those taking decongestant-containing cold preparations should also avoid taking bitter orange products, as side effects and dangers are increased.

[FlGuy]

Next thing that you'll hear is that ground-up appricot pits will cure cancer.  And, that specialized apricot clinics will spring up along the U.S. border in Mexico.

As my Ameican D. says "nothing is free, where's you co-pay FLGuy?"

[Rockerforlife]

I really doubt its toxic to the liver,but too much vit c may increase iron levels,..if ur iron levels are high..i would use caution,if not...i cant see any thing harmful....its food

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Citrus-peel-extract-shows-benefits-for-diabetes

[Bali05]

well yes the fact that it is natural is appealing.

much prefer this over the usual acid blocker garbage.

just could`nt find any info if it had any liver toxicity.

As my chinese Dr. says "nothing is begnin"

[Rockerforlife]

Vinegar is used to clean toilets and baking soda to clean all kinds of stuff...how bout using food,,,corn and sugar as fuel for cars?...just because it can be used for other applications dont make it a poision.Flax seed oil is used a wood finisher...im still alive and very healthy,misinformation is rampant

[FlGuy]

Sounds like great stuff:

"In the past decade, the use of d-Limonene has expanded tremendously. Much of the product goes into making paint solids, used to impart an orange fragrance to products, and used as a secondary cooling fluid. But the largest growth segment has been the use of d-Limonene in cleaning products. This has occurred in both industrial uses and in household/institutional products. d-Limonene can be used either as a straight solvent, or as a water dilutable product."


I'd try Tang first.

[Rockerforlife]

Its just the oil extracted from organge peels,not sure how it affects TX drugs.