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Grapefruit Seed Extract
Nutribiotic® Liquid Concentrate contains CITRICIDAL®. CITRICIDAL  is a natural quaternary compound synthesized from the seed and pulp of certified organically grown grapefruit. The manufacturing process converts grapefruit bioflavonoid (polyphenolics)  into an extremely potent compound that has been proven highly effective in numerous applications. CITRICIDAL is used by health care professionals worldwide as nutritional support for individuals with certain health concerns.
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Internal Use: (Never use full strength)

Orally: Suggested Use: 5-15 drops mixed in 5 oz. of water or juice, 2-3 times daily, with or without meals (or take 1 NutriBiotic Capsules or Tablet 3 times daily). Children (under 10 years): 1-6 drops mixed in 5 oz. juice, 2-3 times daily. Do not use full strength in mouth.

Dental Rinse: (for healthy gums and fresh breath) Stir 3 drops of NutriBiotic GSE into 2 oz. or more of water. Vigorously swish a small amount of the water for 10 seconds or more, 1-2 times daily. Also a perfect additive for Waterpik™ type units. Add 3-4 drops to the water reservoir. Always dilute.

Throat Gargle: Stir 3 drops of NutriBiotic GSE  into a small (3 oz. or more) glass of water. Gargle several times. Use as often as needed. Always dilute.

Ear Rinse: Thoroughly mix 4-10 drops of NutriBiotic GSE  with 1 oz. of glycerin or alcohol. Apply 1-2 drops of this solution in affected ear 1-2 times daily. Use as often as needed. Do not use full strength in ears.

Nasal Rinse: Mix 1 drop of NutriBiotic GSE with 2 oz. of water. With your head tilted back, fill each nostril with a full eye dropper's worth of the mixed solution. Swing head forward and down (head is now upside down) to force solution up into nasal passages. Return head to the normal upright position and allow nasal  passages to drain. Do not inhale through the nose. Always dilute.

Vaginal Rinse: Mix 5-10 drops of NutriBiotic GSE  in 6-8 oz. of water. Douche once daily for one week. Douche more often if desired. Always dilute

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Kills Mold: Mix 5 - 10 drops to a 16 ounce spray bottle of clean water. Spray as needed and scrub lightly. Use for killing mold on wheat grass. Just spray on and the miold will disappear quickly. If mold keeps on coming back, try watering the wheat grass a little less often and let some air move across the area where it's growing.
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Grapefruit seed extract

4 oz size
$19.95

Includes shipping

2 /$36.99

Includes shipping

2 oz size
$12.95

Includes shipping
External Use: (Never use full strength)

Facial Cleanser: Thoroughly moisten (splash) face with warm or cool water. With hands still wet, apply 2-3 drops of NutriBiotic to fingertips and gently massage facial area with circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with cool water and pat dry. A tingling sensation may follow. This is an indication of the deep cleansing properties of NutriBiotic. Always dilute.

Skin Rinse: (minor skin irritations) Dilute NutriBiotic GSE  with water (5-10 drops/tablespoon). Apply this solution directly to affected area twice daily. Do not use full strength on skin.

Nail Treatment: Dilute NutriBiotic GSE with water or alcohol (5-10 drops/tablespoon). Apply this solution directly on surface of nail along the cuticle and underneath the front of nail, or soak nails, twice daily for as long as desired. Do not use full strength on nails.

Scalp Treatment: Add 5-10 drops of NutriBiotic GSE  to each shampooing (mix in hand or on head with shampoo). Massage into scalp and leave on for at least 2 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly with water.

Household Use:

Toothbrush Cleaner: Stir 5-10 drops of NutriBiotic GSE  into a glass of water. Submerge toothbrush for 15 minutes (or leave in between uses). Rinse toothbrush before using. Change water and remix every few days.

Vegetable/Fruit or Meat/Poultry Wash: Sink washing - Add 30 drops of NutriBiotic GSE to a sink full of cold water. Briefly soak any vegetables, fruit, meat or poultry. Spray washing - Add 20 or more drops of NutriBiotic to a 32 oz. pump sprayer filled with water. Spray on any vegetables, fruit, meat or poultry.

Dish and Utensil Cleaning Additive:  Add 15-30 drops of NutriBiotic GSE to sink dish washing water or to final rinse. Add 15-30 drops to automatic dishwasher with detergent or to final rinse.

Cutting Board Cleaner: Apply 10-20 drops of NutriBiotic GSE to cutting board and work into entire board with a wet sponge or dish cloth. Leave on for at least 30 minutes. Rinse with water.

All Purpose Cleaner: Add 30-60 drops of NutriBiotic GSE to any 32 oz. pump sprayer filled with water or cleanser. Use on all surfaces around the house to disinfect, kill mold and add potency to your cleaning solution. Test a small area before applying to the entire area.           
Why would I want to use the Liquid Concentrate?

As a natural, non-toxic compound our Liquid Concentrate has many uses.  Internally, the concentrate is useful as a supportive treatment for a wide variety of ailments, including Candida infections, sore throats, intestinal upset, etc.

How can the product be non-toxic if it is so potent?

Extensive testing done at independent laboratories and universities around the world has proven the concentrate to be safe for human consumption. It is effective against pathogens because it belongs to a family of compounds known as quaternary compounds. This family is best known for benzylkonium chloride and benzylthonium chloride as well as the infamous Quaternium group, a very toxic antimicrobial preservative used in the cosmetics industry. While Grapefruit Extract is molecularly similar to these compounds, there are some profound differences in structure and function.  Studies done to date indicate that there is little danger in either short-term or long-term internal use.

What is the pH of this product?

The concentrate is about a 2.2, very acidic. This is why we recommend that you dilute it before use. We do not know if the product becomes alkaline when ingested the way orange juice and other citrus foods do.

Is this product safe for use with children?

Yes. The extract is frequently used in pediatric medicine in applications  such as diaper rash, ear infections, abrasions, etc. Common sense will indicate using a very dilute solution on an infant.

What about using it for my pets?

Since the concentrate is safe for consumption, it is well suited for animal uses. The extract can be added to the animal’s water or food. 

What about the "grapefruit juice effect"?

There is a phenomenon known as the "grapefruit juice effect". Two components found in grapefruit juice, naringin and naringenin**, inhibit production of an enzyme in the intestinal tract, thus increasing the rate of absorption for certain classes of drugs (including some antihistamines, birth control pills, anti-epilepsy medications and some antibiotics.)

In some instances, as in low dose birth control pills and some uses of antibiotics, this could be a good thing because the net result is "more efficacy, less drug". In other cases, especially for anti-seizure medicines, blood levels have to be monitored and maintained very carefully. The customer would be well-advised to check with his doctor or pharmacist to see if there is any interaction between his medication and the naringin and naringenin**.

**NOTE: Nutribiotic grapefruit extract contains only 0.1% of these compounds.

Is there anything I can’t use the concentrate for?

We do not recommend using it in your eyes, even in a dilute form .  We also advise users to dilute the extract before use. If you place a drop of the product on your tongue, it will burn. Sensitive skin areas also will end up with an unpleasant irritation if the concentrate is used full-strength.

What is the difference between the Liquid Concentrate and the Traveler’s Friend?

They both serve the same function. The Traveler’s Friend is a solution of the Citricidal and deionized water, which makes it more readily dispersible in water than the Liquid Concentrate, which is in a glycerin base. The Traveler’s Friend is in a smaller bottle and is more portable than the 2 oz. concentrate. Other than that, they are essentially interchangeable.

LIST OF INGREDIENTS

Liquid Concentrate

Vegetable Glycerin (67%) - Inert substance derived from palm and coconut. Used as a carrier for the active ingredient. We use only food-grade vegetable glycerin that tests free of pesticide residues.

Citricidal (33%) - Extract of the pulp, seed, and inner rind of grapefruit. The raw material goes through a multi-stage patented process.  
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