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Hydrogen Peroxide as a Natural Remedy: Benefits and Precautions

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Food Poisoning
Posted by Deshawn (Chicago, IL) on 11/25/2007
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Hydrogen Peroxide 3% works wonders for me. I used one cap size of HP (the cap on the hp bottle) and one cap of bottle spring water. I simply tossed the hp/water solution in my mouth and swallowed it. I did this three times a day for one day only. I had eaten some food that had badly upset my stomach (my stomach kept making rumbling noises)and it was cramping up so badly. the same day I immediately swallowed 1 cap full of hp and one cap full of spring water (hold the cap of hp in your mouth then chase it down with the capful of spring water). That same night I sleep like a baby and I felt so good in the morning. I hope that you have the same experience because food poisoning is never a good thing but quick relief is a miracle. I took this mixture immediately after my stomach started cramping.


Colds and Flu
Posted by Pahlee (Phila, Pa) on 09/11/2009
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No!! I have never heard that h2o2 will burn holes in the ear, my daughter has been using this solution for years, as she has reared 3 girls and hasn't heard of it either, should I come across some information about this, I will forward it to this site.


Acne
Posted by Dumas (Louisville, Ky, Usa ) on 07/12/2012

Hi. Just a quick note to recommend lysine for acne. I'm 50 years old and when I was a teenager with acne, a friend recommended lysine to me (found in any vitamin section) and it worked wonders for me. 2 or 3 500mg tablets a day during flare ups is usually all it takes. Good luck!


Diabetes
Posted by Whisperingsage (N Ca) on 07/25/2018 45 posts

Stop smoking then! It's not magic, you have to put some effort into it. (says my hubby next to me, I concur). Cinnamon capsules are available everywhere now, even walmart. 1 gram (1 of the fat caps or two of the smaller). It anchors into the nicotine receptors and reduces craving. I saw this and used it on my first hubby that was a 2.5 pack a day smoker- he went to smoking 1 pack without knowing I had added something in his vitamins.


Ozonators
Posted by Linda (North Vancouver, Bc Canada) on 11/07/2009
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BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS

I was inquiring about the "dark blue" appearing on my feet.

Since home from the hospital (April 2, 2009), I was informed by my brother-in-law I should start taking the Hydrogen Peroxide Food Grade. I had 3 operations, the last one being a Cancerous Tumor removed because it triggered Epileptic Seizures.

I started taking it orally (diluted using the Food Grade H202 with a dropper and demineralized water.) Later, I found that the H202 Food Grade also helps Arthritis (which I had) and is now gone. Hurray!! Then, out of the blue, a certain spot on my feet started to go slightly red. So I sprayed it and it gradually went away. Just a tad bit left now. (The only reason why I spray my feet - but I do spray on the legs for varicose veins). Works great.

As I mentioned in the very beginning, blue spots started appearing on my right foot (mainly the big toe) then slowly my left foot started to go the same way. When I saw my doctor (regarding the cancer, I asked her if she knew if this was from Neuropathy - had it since 2004). She said "its varicose veins" - which I know its not.

I'm going to try and not spray the feet at all now. See if the blueness goes away.

I thought I was the only person with this problem.

Thanks for your help.


Bad Breath
Posted by Kris (Toronto, Ontario) on 03/11/2010

EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE THEIR AMALGAM FILLINGS TAKEN OUT!!! THEY ARE KILLING YOU SLOWLY. THEY ARE NOT SILVER!! THEY ARE POISONOUS MERCURY!! ALL NATURAL DENTISTS WILL TELL YOU THIS. EVERY TIME YOU SWALLOW YOU ARE SWALLOWING MERCURY. THIS IS A NO BRAINER!

HERE'S TO GOOD HEALTH,
KRIS


Bad Breath
Posted by Kris (Toronto, Ontario) on 03/12/2010

to Rob from Toronto: Here are some GOOD holistic Dentists in the Toronto area:

Dr. Wolch, Dr. Fortinsky, Dr. Sawiak (Mississauga). I don't have the phone numbers off hand, they're easy to find on the internet. I didn't live in the Toronto area when I had mine done so I had one of Hulda Clarks students who practices, give me this list for you.

go get those nasty things out!
Later,
Kris


Bad Breath
Posted by Ali (Swansea, Wales, Uk) on 09/05/2012

Mouth rinse 'containing' hydrogen peroxide? And pray, what else do they contain? There are elements hydrogen peroxide shouldn't be mixed with, but who is to say it is the HP that causes this issue?

As 3% HP bought from the drugstore also has added 'stabilizers', potentially that could cause problems.

It is unlikely this problem would be triggered by well-diluted Food Grade HP used on its own.


Bad Breath
Posted by Ciarán (Dublin, Ireland) on 02/20/2010

It is recommended that you only use diluted 35% food grade h2o2 for ingestion. All others have additives which are deleterious to your health. 35% is diluted before ingesting ( as per info.)


Stained Teeth
Posted by Cathy (Talala, Oklahoma) on 06/28/2007
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My daughter & I use baking soda and peroxide to brush our teeth once a week to whiten them... We pour baking soda in our hand, dip the toothbrush in the peroxide and start brushing... Your teeth will get pearly white after using this treatment for awhile...


Breathing Issues
Posted by Yvonne (Crosslake, Minnesota) on 09/07/2010

Lynn can you please explain how you are using the h202 for help with resperitory.. I too am a smoker.. Ty Yvonne


Breathing Issues
Posted by Johnny (Canby) on 06/13/2016

I'm claustrophobic and I've been yawning a lot when I drive my car let's say 30 minutes and distance. And someone told me that if you yawn a lot you are lacking oxygen in your body. So I was thinking I want to give this a try.


Cancer
Posted by Pahlee (Philadelphia, Pa) on 09/11/2009

GOD BLESS UNCLE AND I HOPE THAT HE LIVES A LONG AND BLESSED LIFE, BUT WHAT PERCENTAGE OF H202 DID HE USE AND WHICH IS BETTER OR DID IT MATTER? AS LONG AS IT WORKED.


Bad Breath
Posted by Mac (Keaau, Hi) on 01/10/2010

hello I use baking soda to brush my teeth since regular tooth pastes have fluoride in them which is actually really bad for you. it messes up your enamels and also fluoride is the same chemical that is used in rat poison and it was used by hitler to confuse and control his solders. the waters have also been contaminated with fluoride in order to keep the general public confused. doctors tried to get me to give my babies fluoride supplements. I told them they were crazy and when I brought up all this information to the doctor he was stumped and couldnt reply. anyway baking soda make your teeth white from the first time you use it and my teeth feel so much cleaner than when using regular tooth paste. Great Site!!!


Bad Breath
Posted by Soozannah (Burbank, Ca, Usa) on 12/19/2011

All of the things with flouride in them, including toothpaste would lend to the possibility of heavy metal build-up thus creating problems from heavy metal poisoning. You believe you are doing yourself a favor by brushing your teeth with baking soda. Did you know however, that Arm & Hammer Baking Soda also contains aluminum? So do most deodorants. Compound this with all of the metals used in chemical fertilizers, and therefore grown right into our fruits and vegetables.

It's not surprising to find so many with dementia, arthritis, etc which may be related to heavy metals accumulating and causing problems all due to the trusting and overeating diet average of the American diet. When there is no change in the diet, these metals build up and are suspect of causing the aforementioned problems. Unfortunately, disease and Alzheimer's is almost expected as a person ages. By the way, you can get aluminum-free baking soda at your local health food store. Adding more oxygen does however ring true in prevention and cure of many problems we face.


General Feedback
Posted by Gregg (Alta Loma, California) on 05/25/2007
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After taking the H202 {internally}for a week now, i can diffenatly feel the difference. I just feel better all day !!! and i am "liking the taste" also. I also soaked in a tub of diluted 35% tap water and felt "great afterwards. LOVE THIS STUFF!


Colds and Flu
Posted by Greta ( Canada) on 04/09/2021

What do you put this mixture in, In order to sniff it?

A bowl?
Thanks.

EC: Per his post, he used the cap from the peroxide bottle.


Toothache and Tooth Abcess
Posted by Laquida Jackson (Upper Marlboro, Maryland) on 03/18/2012

I have a bad tooth ache. Does hydrogene peroxide help?


Cancer
Posted by Pahlee (Philadelphia, Pa) on 09/11/2009

I STUMBLED ACROSS THIS SITE, AND FOUND MUCH INTERESTING STUFF, MY GRANDSON HAD A VERY BAD SKIN PROBLEM, HE HAD BEEN USING SOME SORT OF A CREAM THAT HE HAD PURCHASED OVER THE COUNTER, I THINK HIS PROBLEM CLEARED UP SOME, BUT READING ALL OF THIS STUFF ON THIS SITE ABOUT H2O2 IS VERY INFORMATIVE, I PLAN TO TURN HIM ON TO THIS REMEDY FOR HIS SKIN PROBLEM


Cancer
Posted by Maureen (Etobicoke, Ontario) on 01/09/2014

Hi Christine, in case John does not see your question, he says in the beginning of his post that he used 3% hydrogen peroxide.


Cancer
Posted by Mark (Walden, Ny) on 07/19/2015

Sir, very happy for you. What strength H2O2 did you use? Food grade or standard drug store type? Thanx and continued good health!


Breathing Issues
Posted by Damion (Grand Rapids, MI) on 02/28/2007
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BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS

I have been taking the H202 for approximately 2 weeks... I feel my breathing through my nose is much easier. However it seems that I am having drier skin as a result of taking the H202. Does that make since as a side effect?? I am an African American user so it is easier to find see my dry skin. I am actually looking for a Hydrogen Peroxide therapy treatment schedule too if anybody knows of one. Currently I am taking 10 drops of H202 3 times a day and may drop that down to 2. Please let me know!!

Breathing Issues
Posted by Odine (Cape Town, South Africa) on 10/16/2012

Hi ted, i'm a 23 year old girl from south africa... i've had an virus infection for about two months and from what I can tell it's been 'manifesting' in my stomach and also causing me anxiety, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, diarreah, nausea, constipation... And also this weird stinging feeling in my legs from time to time. My feet also cramps at night and I get less fever now than I used to, and my lips are cracked. My glands are also swollen whenever I feel at my worst. It's really frustrating.

At the moment I'm using most of your remedies and so far I have seen amazing results with ACV curing my dizziness and stomach issues. I recently also started out with ozone therapy which I trust will help me on in getting better. Although, yesterday I bought myself colloidial silver and 35% foodgrade HP and have been taking 3drops with every glass of water 3 times a day and have been taking the collodial silver every now and then. I just want to know if its safe to use ACV, CS and HP all together? Last night I 've had bouts of diarrhea and this morning woke up with a sore throat and burning stomach. I still have upset stomach as i'm sitting here the next day. Is it a relapse of the virus or am I overdoing it? I really want to get better!


Broad Benefits
Posted by Elaine (Pompano Beach, FL) on 02/02/2007
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I have always used store grade peroxide for tooth problems and gargling for sore throat diluted about 4 times. I am pleased to learn about using to inhale to improve oxygen. Thanks to you and all your contributors.! Elaine


Canker Sores
Posted by C (Jacksonville, FL) on 09/15/2006
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my daughter 8 had a ugly mouth ulcer, looks like a cold sore but between her gum and cheek, was a slit it her mouth and white. I had her use 3% peroxide full strength 2 times a day, in the meantime her toothache stopped and the ugly mouth ulcer is gone. I'm looking to buy the food grade h202 to keep in the freezer, after diluting some in a other container too. H202 has soo many benefits.


Yeast Infections
Posted by Megan (VA) on 06/13/2006
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I tried this product for yeast infection, I used the plastic tube that the vaginal creme comes with and filled it with hydrogen peroxide and put inside the vaginal areas for a couple of days. It worked like a charm. Also used it for a severe vaginal itch, (careful!! it may burn !! but not for long) all I know is the itching was gone.

Canker Sores
Posted by Amanda (Chilliwack, BC - Canada) on 06/06/2006
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When I tried swishing the peroxide around in my mouth with a bit of water it took down some of the swelling in a wound on the inside of my cheek. It also helped the pain I had with my teeth and gums.

Broad Benefits
Posted by Tasha (NJ) on 05/29/2006
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I have been drinking h202. 2 capfulls of 3% in a 20oz bottle of water, for about 4 days. The whites of my eyes have been bright. I have more energy and I have none of my usual pre-menstrual symptoms. I just started menstruating today and to my surprise, I had no symptoms. No cramping, no tenderness of my breasts. I haven't changed anything in my life other than drinking the 3% Hydrogen Peroxide. I would also love to start on the ACV, but I'm wondering how far apart I should take the 2 remedies. Will one cancel the other out? Please let me know. I just bought my organic ACV yesterday. I'm so excited about the h202, that I can't wait to try the ACV. Thank you for making me feel better.

Colds and Flu
Posted by Bill (Clarkston, Mich) on 11/09/2009

Good for you Brian. I also was very worried about what would happen if i used hydrogen peroxide. But, here i am 4 years later and i have not had the flu of a cold.


Colds and Flu
Posted by Scott (Anaheim, Ca) on 12/14/2009

The TCM theory is the ears contain acupuncture points for all the body parts. When you put h202 into the ears, you are putting it directly into your blood system to cure your ailments. This is why h202 works in the ears and why ear acupuncture works also.


Spider Bites
Posted by Marsha (Jacksonville, Oregon) on 04/09/2006
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I got bit by a brown recluse on my hand. Every day the scab would change color. It would go from slimy green to slimy yellow in the course of only an hour. So everyday I would pull back the scab and soak it in straight hydrogen peroxide. In six months it healed. If I had not done that it could have grown to a very large wound. But the hydrogen peroxide stopped that. Everytime I did soak it would really bubble. I have used this stuff for everything. It works! Marsha


Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Posted by FranSix (Toronto, Canada) on 02/06/2008

Thanks to the writer from Australia who described peroxide "hang over effect." If after eating you notice a higher heart rate, strong fatigue, sweating and sleepiness, this is probably due to peroxide hang over. Like coffee or alcohol, peroxide will build up in daily use.

I had noticed these effects with daily footbaths/baths/shower use after 5 weeks, and into my sixth week, I was into peroxide hang over. I stopped using peroxide for the time being and its been about 5 days of after effect.

So anyone with chronic fatigue or post viral fatigue will see a return of symptoms after several weeks of peroxide use. Don't worry about losing ground, the hang over effect goes away after a few days, and the peroxide being worked through the system will continue to work. If you wish to continue, make certain to give it a bit of a rest and not try a miracle cure in the shortest time possible. It will be disappointing for chronic fatigue sufferers to hear this, but having serious peroxide hang over effect will almost certainly not help.

Its best to determine a maintenance dose once a buildup of peroxide occurs, and remember to drink lots of herbal tea or water afterwards. It would be interesting for the medical community to study peroxide hang over as it is exactly similar to chronic fatigue.


Ulcers
Posted by Lon (Tallahassee,Fla.)
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I have used hydrogen peroxide to cure stomach ulcers. Just place a few drops in a 8 oz. glass of water and take it daily about three or 4 days and it will heal the stomach.

Ulcers
Posted by D Tob (Riverside, Ca) on 07/29/2016
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I didn't receive the same results taking peroxide for ulcers. I started the food grade hydrogen peroxide oxygenation protocol 5 days ago and am today up to 7 drops in distilled water 3 times a day and my stomach is killing me!!! The ulcers weren't bothering me very much before beginning the peroxide. I will continue on to 8 drops tomorrow but will probably have to stop after that as my stomach is getting worse by the day.


Warnings
Posted by maggie (California) on 09/02/2024

I rub orange essence oil on my throat and under my nose when I drink the higher dosages. It seems to help me with the sharp feeling in the throat.


Warnings
Posted by Tim (Taiwan) on 02/09/2025

I can only get 3% where I live. I have been putting about ten drops in a one liter bottle three times a day. I drink it throughout the day usually on an empty stomach or at least 1.5 hours after eating. Can you suggest a better dosage? I don't I have access to distilled water. I used boiled and filtered tap water.


Warnings
Posted by Captain Victoria (Port Huron, Michigan) on 12/10/2023

Please be advised, taking Hydrogen Peroxide internally, it must be (FOOD GRADE), not stuff you buy in grocery stores.


Warnings
Posted by Freda (Canada ) on 02/10/2025

Get the book 'One minute Cure' and follow what it suggests!


Checking for Stabilizers in H2O2
Posted by Bob (Hawaii) on 02/28/2024

You can buy food grade in health food stores in the states. I am in Hawaii and bought some here and when I lived in Michigan. (NOTE: most stuff in health food stores is not healthy). I have used it for years.


Checking for Stabilizers in H2O2
Posted by Rachel (Western Canada) on 09/04/2023

You can buy food grade 35 h2o2 in Canadian health food stores with no problem. You have to give name and address since it's a controlled substance but it's readily available here, doesn't have to be bought online.


Checking for Stabilizers in H2O2
Posted by Cheryl (Australia) on 10/12/2023

Hi Troy, I started this protocol a couple of weeks ago, got to 15 drops ok but then the nausea hit.. I reduced, eventually going back to 10 for a few days and only twice a day. Gradually increased, still 2 x day but seem to be stuck at 13 and feel nausea a lot of the time. I find it hard to even drink plain water now. I do have it at least an hour before having an organic coffee in the morning which settles me a bit. Then at least 3hrs after lunch and an hour before tea.

I use a good water filter that says this is what it does "Independent lab reports show the ProMaxTM reduces/removes a broad range of 200 + contaminants including VOC's, lead, fluoride, heavy metals, pesticides, SVC's, disinfectants, inorganic non-metallics, herbicides, pharmaceuticals, PFOA, PFOS and micro-organisms." It only removes 98-99% of most things though.

So I'm wondering how you got on, what water you used as there's those that say it must be distilled yet the One minute book says you can have it in juice?! It is confusing for sure.
I'm in Australia and got the 35% food grade online and she said my filtered water should be okay.

I'm also wondering about how to continue, staying at the 13 drops, trying to increase... I just know I'd prefer to continue and not stop!

Any input or suggestions, I'd be glad to know. Thanks.


Dilution
Posted by Timmo (New Taipei City, Taiwan) on 02/03/2025
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Hi,

I am only able to buy 3% food grade hydrogen peroxide where I live. What should my dilution be? I am referring to this article: Hydrogen Peroxide as a Natural Remedy: Benefits and Precautions

https://www.earthclinic.com/remedies/hydrogen_peroxide.html

I can't find where to reply to that article with my question, so I am posting this.

Cancer
Posted by Saroni (Manchester, Kentucky ) on 04/07/2023

I'm trying to find information regarding the H2O2 cancer protocol, both inhaled and ingested. I can't find any references and some links are not working. I am desperate to find something that works before it's too late. Would someone help me?


H2O2 Side Effects
Posted by Diane (Avoca, PA) on 02/16/2023

Does anyone know if nebulizing H2O2 can cause “ mild patchy opacities” on a chest X-ray?

Cancer
Posted by Jen (Australia) on 11/02/2022
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IS FGHP diluted successful for any cancer or only specific one kind ???

It is reported that FGHP diluted to 3% should kill off cancer.... could it be that this is a maybe but not a guarantee and yes I too have the one minute c--e book... Unfortunately the author due the present shut down of opinions the government don't want to hear or disseminate, cannot answer emails. Dr. Brownstein's discussion forum as well! I realize the body needs to alcalise to heal>>>> but there are many "protocols" that give the name of the supplement but NO quantities.... and FGHP has not worked. Back to Hi dose Iodine.. and morning organic lemon water.....+++ I read the suggestion Bill's. with the Inhalation method.... does anyone know if this is suggested for any of the cancers, OR only for say bronchial matters a la Dr Brownstein's success with Nebulising with iodine for his Corona Virus patients...


Colds and Flu
Posted by Debbie (OC, California) on 04/09/2021

For the foot soak in a foil-lined pan with a washcloth, how much water did you add? I'm guessing there was water because 80mls isn't very much liquid.


How Peroxide Works
Posted by Anon (North of the Mason-Dixon Line) on 10/27/2020

If hydration was the solution, my knees which were damaged years ago would be healed by now.


Broad Benefits
Posted by Becky (Ca) on 08/18/2018 31 posts

RE: Hydrogen Peroxide Rocks

you sounds as though you healed from fungal in your head. Please share what you did. I have it systemically been trying to do things but what I really need is someones help.


Broad Benefits
Posted by Rakaia Lee (New Zealand ) on 06/20/2020

Hi,

How much HP did you use for your feet? Straight 3%?


Broad Benefits
Posted by peter (chicago) on 09/04/2022

Gina,

Please provide detail?


Broad Benefits
Posted by Irresistiblejohnny (NY Ny) on 02/16/2023

I am 60. I just want to know the percentage of the food grade of H202 that you used for your eyes and ears and the mode of application.


Pain
Posted by Debbie (Reno, Nv) on 06/22/2018

Thx for posting your experience. I'm going to try and help my elderly Mom with her back pain.


Chikungunya Virus
Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 12/14/2015

Ellora, as I usually suggest: try taking less.



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