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PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Tea Tree oil inhibits cellular respiration and causes potassium leakage in e coli cells, further evidence that it is a membrane-active antibiotic. A concentration of 0.5% or 2x the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) caused exponentially growing cells to completely cease glucose-dependent oxygen consumption. In stationary phase cells, glucose-dependent oxygen consumption was decreased by 43% after increasing the concentration of Tea Tree oil to 1%, or 4x the MIC. This was accompanied by a leakage of potassium ions from the e coli cells that reached 75% using 0.

Genetic Roulette: The Documented Health Risks of Genetically Engineered Foods Jeffrey M. Smith See book keywords and concepts

It is used in blunt trauma emergency treatment53 and has been found to be effective against e coli 0157 without causing release of the deadly verotoxin.54" It is also used often in veterinary medicine. In addition, kanamycin-resistant bacteria may mutate and develop resistance to members of the same family of antibiotics.55 That family (aminoglycoside antibiotics) includes streptomycin, gentamycin, tobramycin, and neomycin, all currendy used on humans.56 The bacteria may also cross-react with the other antibiotics.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Gamma irradiation, on the other hand, controls Salmonella and e coli 0157:H7 on alfalfa sprouts at doses approved for irradiating meat (which are higher than the 1.0 kiloGray dose used for fruits and vegetables) without affecting germination of seeds and constitutes the best preventive measure now available for decontaminating sprouts and other agricultural products (Taormina et al, 1999; Stephenson, 1997). One case of human listeriosis has been linked to consumption of alfalfa tablets (Farber et al, 1990).

Foodborne disease and shiga toxin-producing e coli. Am Fam Phys; 61(7):2194. 2000 Schneeman BO. Effect of plant fiber on lipase, trypsin and chymotrypsin activity. J Food Sci; 43(2):634-635. 1978 Story JA. Dietary fiber and lipid metabolism. Proc Soc Exp Biol Med; 180(3):447-452. 1985 Swanston-Flatt SK et al. Traditional plant treatments for diabetes in normal and streptozotocin-diabetic mice. Diabetologia; 33: 462-464. 1990 Taormina PJ, Beuchat LR & Slutsker L. Infections associated with eating seed sprouts: An international concern. Emerg Infect Dis; 5(5):626-634.

Vibrio cholerae and e coli, cholera and traveler's diarrhea respectively) (Rabbani et al, 1987; Khin-Maung et al, 1985). Antipyretic Effects: Berberine produced an antipyretic effect 3 times as potent as aspirin in a pyretic model in rats (Nishino et al, 1986). However, while aspirin suppresses fever through its action on prostaglandins, berberine appears to lower fever by increasing the immune system's handling of fever-producing compounds from microorganisms.

Lemongrass oil is rapidly bactericidal against e coli and B subtilis. The antibacterial activity of lemongrass is impacted by pH and inoculum size. Increased pH values to the alkaline region increased antibacterial activity of lemongrass oil (Onawunmi & Ogunlana, 1986). Anti-Inflammatory Effects: In a study of twenty rats, cara-geenan-induced edema was inhibited by 18.6% in rats receiving oral doses of a 20% lemongrass leaf decoction as compared to 58.6% in the control group of rats receiving indomethacin (Carbajal et al, 1989).

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

Salmonella, Campylobacter jejuni, and Staphylococcus, which affect poultry, raw meat, untreated milk, and duck and hen eggs are some of the more common types of food poisoning. e coli, found in undercooked meat, untreated milk, and contaminated water, is a slightly rarer cause. Norwalk virus, found in raw shellfish, salads, and contaminated water, is a common viral cause of food poisoning. In more serious cases, the bacteria may enter the lymph tracts, which carry water and protein to the blood, and the blood itself.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Ifthe infectionhas spread to the urethra bladder tube one wi 11 feel a burning, itching sensation when urinating (cystitis, bladder infections from e coli). The cervix may be red and bleed easily. If untreated can damage the reproductive organs, afflicting chronic pain, infertility, sterility, or ectopic pregnancy, antibiotic-treatable. Also includes Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) causing genital ulcers and swollen lymph nodes/buboes. Rest and clean frequently. TakealowFat, low sugar, high Fiber diet; watchcravingforsweetsorfatty foods.

The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs Mark Blumenthal See book keywords and concepts

Urine samples from school group continued to culture e coli, whereas cultures from hospital group showed a significant reduction of £ coli. Study suggests that cranberry juice is beneficial to children with neuropathic bladders, especially in the case of suspected infection or after bladder surgery. No statistics reported. Schultz, 1984a Urinary tract system (acidification of urine) R,C n=8 (3 women, 5 men) with multiple sclerosis) 41 days (20 days cranberry treatment, 24-hour washout, 20 days orange juice) 180 ml juice, 2x/day; plus 500 mg, 2x/day ascorbic acid Cranberry juice vs.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

MISCELLANEOUS EFFECTS Anti-Microbial An aqueous decoction of dong quai has been shown to exert a weak anti-microbial action against a variety of bacteria, including: e coli, Salmonella typhi, Shigella dysenteriae.9 Metabolic When added to the feed of rats (5-6% of diet), Angelica sinensis was shown to reduce or prevent testicular disease resulting from vitamin E deficiency.9 Central Nervous System Parenteral administration of tang kuei essential oil from Japan has been shown to exert tran-quilizing, hypnotic and anesthetic actions in a variety of animal models.

Rational Phytotherapy: A Reference Guide for Physicians and Pharmacists volker schulz and Rudolf Hansel See book keywords and concepts

Limited clinical trials also show that the alkaloid may serve as a useful non-systemic antibacterial in the treatment, for example, of diarrhea caused by enterotoxigenic e coli (Rabbani, 1987). However, berberine and related alkaloids are very poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, so any significant systemic effects such as immune stimulation are precluded (Bergner, 1996-97). Although the use of goldenseal for any systemic purpose appears to be without scientific merit, the dried rhizome and root are employed in doses of 0.5-1 g three times daily for traveler's diarrhea.

The Clinician's Handbook of Natural Healing Gary Null, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Diarrhea Results of this study found that an oral rehydration solution containing L-alanine proved more effective than standard solution without L-alanine in alleviating diarrhea symptoms associated with enterotoxigenic e coli and V cholerae in male patients. —F.C. Patra, et al.,' 'Oral Rehydration Formula Containing Alanine and Glucose for Treatment of Diarrhoea: A Controlled Trial," BMJ, 298(6684), May 20, 1989, p. 1353-1356. Liver Damage Results of this study showed that alanine exhibited beneficial effects in the treatment of experimentally-induced liver failure in rats. —K.

The Enzyme Cure: How Plant Enzymes Can Help You Relieve 36 Health Problems Lita Lee, Lisa Turner and Burton Goldberg See book keywords and concepts

Food Poisoning: difficult to treat orally because of the nausea and vomiting, but grapefruit seed extract has been reported to inhibit some of the food-borne pathogens such as Salmonella, e coli, and Listeria monocytogenes ?

The Garlic Cure James F. Scheer, Lynn Allison and Charlie Fox See book keywords and concepts

Sivam, ND, studied the anti-bacterial power of garlic for 10 years - 1975 to 1985 — and it turns out to be Murder Incorporated against numerous causes of disease - salmonella, typhimurium, e coli, kliebella, and, among many others, staphylococcus. 11 There's more to fear from stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori than just pain: the possibility of cancer. Dr. Sivam conducted experiments demonstrating that aged garlic extract killed the Helicobacter pylori in test tubes. And she stated that as little as one clove of garlic might be enough to kill this organism in a human being.

1001 Chemicals in Everyday Products Grace Ross Lewis See book keywords and concepts

Microban® stops mold, mildew, fungi, and bacteria, including e coli, staph, salmonella, and strep. 25. What is meant by homocysteine levels? This is an amino acid that is a result of high protein diets. It is thought to be as harmful as high cholesterol. A level above 14 is considered dangerous. This can be reduced by consuming folic acid supplements. 26. What is the best way to break down the harmful amino acid homocysteine in the blood? The latest heart healthy information advises us to eat a variety of foods rich in vitamin B6 and folic acid.

Earl Mindell's Secret Remedies Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Recent studies have confirmed the infection-fighting properties of berberine; it is effective against e coli which causes urinary tract infections. (Berberine is also found in goldenseal, another natural antibiotic.) Personal Advice Get enough fluid—As part of any healthy diet, drink six to eight glasses of water a day and minimize your intake of aicohol and caffeine. Don't make a habit of holding in your urine. Urinate every two to three hours. Diet tips—Cut back on your intake of refined starches and sugars, vegetable fats, onions, beans, and chocolate.

The Clinician's Handbook of Natural Healing Gary Null, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Results also showed that Lactobacillus incubations before and together with enteroviulent e coli proved more successful relative to incubation following E. coli. —M.F. Bernet, et al., "Lactobacillus Acidophilus LA 1 Binds to Cultured Human Intestinal Cell Lines and Inhibits Cell Attachment and Cell Invasion by Enterovirulent Bacteria," Gut, 35(4), April 1994, p. 483-489. Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study showed that prophylactic administration of commercial lactobacillus preparations can help prevent ampicillin-induced diarrhea in humans. —V. Gotz, et al.

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