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H2O2 Side Effects
Posted by Olivia (Brooklyn, New York) on 06/14/2008
Caution drinking Hydrogen Peroxide: I tried drinking less than a quarter capful of Rite Aid brand 3% hydrogen peroxide this morning in a 12 oz glass of water. I immediately felt my body tingling and I drank another glass of water to dilute the effect. Within minutes I felt a weird sensation and had to rush to the bathroom. I have been rushing to the bathroom practically all morning. I did not know whether to laugh or cry because I suffer from chronic constipation and I thought I welcome the frequent bathroom visits but not due to an upset stomach. I drank another glass of water and continued feeling funny. I went to Rite Aid and spoke to the pharmacist who told me I should be okay. I felt better after having a late breakfast. I have a sensitive stomach and I was told the HP may have been too much of an irritant for it. Just a word of caution if you are going to use 3% like I did for the first time, maybe you should start with one drop and see the effect or diarrhea and a racing pulse may be the side effect for a while. It is now about five hours later and I feel almost normal.
H2O2 Side Effects
Posted by Kevin (Bancroft, NE) on 09/16/2008
I would never ingest over-the-counter HP, because of the additives. That is probably what made you nauseous!
H2O2 Side Effects
Posted by Caleb (Hendersonville, TN) on 01/21/2009
Over the counter 3.5% HP is NOT food grade, it is for topical use and has metallics in it that are harmful when consumed. 35% FOOD GRADE HP (diluted) is the only HP safe for consuming.
H2O2 Side Effects
Posted by Pahlee (Phila., Pa.) on 09/13/2009
I have been on this site for quite some time now, and this is the first that I have heard of about using h2o2 for a laxative, is there anymore information on h202 for a laxative. please inform me, thanx
Cancer
Posted by Danette (Olive Branch, MS) on 08/11/2008
Has anyone head about apricot seed (a natural cure for cancer)? You should do research on it.Very informative stuff and it really truely works.
Cancer
Posted by Simona (Irvine, CA) on 10/23/2008
Carol, For help w/Cancer look into red grape cleansing & detoxing. See the book "the Grape Cure", by Johanna Brandt.
www.thegrapecure.comAlso read about cayenne pepper and its powerful effects in healing/reversing cancer. Take 40,000 H.U.(capsule) 3x/p/day to start, and best after a meal or with apple juice, do not take on empty stomach, it will be uncomfortable. Best success & blessings to you. S.
Cancer
Posted by Becky (Springer, Oklahoma) on 12/16/2009
mentioning different therapies....has anyone read or heard of essiac?? it's an herbal blend handed down by Ojibwa medicine woman in Canada many years ago.
Cancer
Posted by Tom J. (USA) on 03/05/2008
Greetings, I have been doing research on Oxygen Therapy and sure enough your site was the first to come up.
In an article you state "To quote from the article: "The idea behind ingesting hydrogen peroxide stems from a now-discredited theory that cancer and AIDS thrive on a lack of oxygen in the body." ....
Upon further investigation I have found studies that discredit the claim that cancer thrives on a lack of oxygen on the body. I reference you to Aisenberg, A. Energy Pathways of Hepatoma No. 5123. Nature 191 pages 1314-1315. 1961.
I would also like to reference you to http://www.quackwatch.org/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/Cancer/oxygen.html
I have checked a number of these sources and have found them to be valid. I do not intend to argue the claims of the effectiveness of H2O2 used by some of your subscribers, as it clearly has worked for them. Rather I wish to argue the means by which it is effective. H2O2 is rapidly degraded by normal elements in the body, superoxide dismutase for instance. Any amount of H2O2 taken into the body is quite negligable, and furthermore has no appreciable affect of O2 concentrations in the blood. Tom
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Posted by Vinnie (Ft Lauderdale, Fl) on 11/02/2009
Hi Jimmy,
My mom has PF and was diagnosed since 2005,she is on continous oxygen and the dr says she is in the advance stage. Can you tell how much of H202 you used and did you increase the amount of a period of time and how frequently.I would appreciate any help
Thanks
Vinnie
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Posted by Mary (Norcross, GA) on 02/27/2021
Was hoping to get a follow up from the person who was using hydrogen peroxide for pulmonary fibrosis.
Wounds
Posted by Dawn (r. N.) (Allen, Texas) on 02/15/2008
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Hydrogen peroxide was once used for cleaning wounds but research has shown it is too harsh for wound care. It kills healthy tissue, is cytotoxic, and actually delays wound healing. Unfortunately, some health professionals have not kept current on changes in wound care and still recommend H2O2. I cannot comment on the other clains on your page, but H2O2 for wound care is definitely inappropriate.
Wounds
Posted by Lisa (Wichita Falls, Tx) on 07/12/2010
I don't get this because I always use peroxide for all kinds of things,even on my pets for all kinds of things also. Never had any problems. What kind of problems did it talk about?
Candida
Posted by Sophie (Melbourne, Victoria Australia) on 10/19/2009
Hello, I am interested in the person who cured her candida with H2O2. i would like to know exact measurements as i also have candida. Many thanks.
Candida
Posted by Guibert (Leuven, Belgium) on 03/29/2010
I read a lot about curing candidiasis. Cures are often so complicated that one becomes ill by reading them. How about H2O2 ? How to use it, what to eat - not to eat - during the cure ?
Candida
Posted by Lisa (Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa) on 03/30/2010
Hi Guibert, Google Donna Gates or go to The Body Ecology Diet on facebook and there is a whole system in place that tells you exactly what to do when and what to eat/not eat all set up for you! It's really quite amazing and well thought out with lots of recipes and ideas to help with cleaning the body but very much with candida in mind as well. Hope this helps you, Lisa
Candida
Posted by AnnieMae (Virginia ) on 05/16/2021
I believe you are only supposed to use 3%. 35% is way too strong. Dilute your peroxide to 3%.
Good luck
General Feedback
Posted by Jill (Dania, FL) on 02/09/2008
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If the goal of peroxide therapy is to flood the body with oxygen, would an oxygen machine given for bronchitis work just as well? Thank you!
Mouthwash
Posted by Lynn (York, PA) on 02/02/2008
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I use over the counter 3% hydrogen peroxide as a mouthwash, but have always disliked the aftertaste. I purchased a bottle of peppermint oil from the baking section of my local market, and put one tablespoon in an eight ounce bottle of 3% hydrogen peroxide. Mouth feels very clean (and now minty fresh, too!) Others may like to add their favorite flavors, increasing or decreasing the measurement according to taste. Make sure to GENTLY shake your bottle before opening to keep peppermint oil evenly distributed, and keep your mouthwash in an opaque bottle (I use the same brown bottle purchased at the dollar store). Refrigerate if your bathroom is very warm, and keep bottle out of direct sunlight.
Hepatitis C
Posted by Donna (Tampa, Fl) on 10/16/2009
hi my name is Donna i was diagnosed with hep c in 2003 but believe ive had it since 1989 i did the inerferon and ribaviron treatments approximately 4 months before having to discontinue them i was so sick i couldnt get out of bed only to use the restroom i went from weighing 135 to 89lbs and literally turned grey i would have died if i were to have continued the treatments however the virus did go in remission for approximately 17 months and then returned i can not go through the treatments again and i am really ill with the crap again i am intrested in trying the h2o2 therapy but i am not sure of the dosage i should take anyone who may have any info on this please let me know i cant go on like this im truely desperate i do have several other health problems such as copd and chronic bronchitis and several herniated discs and degenerative disc disease as well as several pinched nerves and mild scoliosis and fibermyalgia fibercystic breast disease and was hoping this therapy may help with some of those things as well any info would be greatly appreciated
thank you Donna
Hepatitis C
Posted by Sheryl (Ellsworth, Maine, Usa) on 01/15/2010
In response to Donna from Tampa: Please research "Iodine" here in Earth Clinic. I believe you will find help there for your fibromyalgia and fibrocystic breast disease - perhaps more. LOTS of good information!! Please try it.
Hepatitis C
Posted by Hills (Nigeria ) on 10/13/2016
Hi, I have hard about the use of hydrogen peroxide food grade 35%, it is said that it should be diluted with water. No one seems to give the the quantity of water to be used as against the number of drop per day as u go progressively. What I mean is, if u are to us one drop of H2O2, what is the quantity of water to be used. And when increase the H2O2 what will be the quantity of water. Can H2O2 cure herpes permenently? What is the protocol for taken it and the method of usage. Thanks
Melasma
Posted by Jennifer (Carrollton, VA) on 01/18/2008
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I tried the Hydrogen Peroxide for Melasma: I've done 5 treatments, 20 minutes on the affected areas and it has substancially faded. I have it quite bad on forehead, cheek area, upper lip. I have also done the glycolic peels, Tri-Luma cream, etc. with no results. I am amazed this is working, and trying to determine if I can continue this to control the melasma.
Colds and Flu
Posted by Wayne (CA) on 04/09/2021
If you are using food grade 35% H2O2, you will undoubtedly get a burn.
General Feedback
Posted by L (Delta, Colorado) on 10/05/2007
I'm still skeptical about using over the counter hydrogen peroxide for internal use. I read the label and it did say distilled water but it also said this contains stabilizers do not ingest. I've read on the site that many people are using the stuff anyway. I can't find 35% food grade around here. I have my daughter rinsing with peroxide and her gums are looking so much better, less redness. Do most of you all really use the walmart brand of hydrogen peroxide with no problems and if so how long have you used it? I'm talking about inhaling it and also using the drops in water.
General Feedback
Posted by David (Akron, Ohio-usa) on 12/02/2009
L from colorado. The only place you are going to find 35% food grade Hydrgen peroxide is in a health store or on the web. You will not find it at walmart, or in any drug store. I found 35% in 3 health stores here in Ohio and it was like $16.00 for a quart. I looked everywere and that is were i found it. so good luck.
Acne
Posted by Ankita (Edison, Nj) on 02/11/2011
This question is for Ella from Alberta, Canada..... Ella you said you use stronger dose of HP then 3% can you tell us how much you use and if it is food grade HP?
General Feedback
Posted by Joe (Bethany, OK) on 08/21/2007
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Someone in comments on H2O2 asked where there is more information on HP. Dr William C Douglas, M.D. has a book entitled, "Hydrogen Peroxide Medical Miracle" I am not associated with the DR. His book is excellent, someone told me it is available on line as ebook.
Ozonators
Posted by Charlotte (Sussex, England) on 08/05/2007
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I have just bought an ozonator. I drink one glass of water per day after ozonating for five minutes and drinking immediately. My energy levels have risen dramatically! I am using the ozonated water to clean everything - much cheaper than buying products. One thing though, my hands just came up in dark blue blotches like dark blood. Anybody know why this would be?
Wounds
Posted by Dr. John McDonald, DDS (Cleveland, Ohio) on 07/18/2007
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There is a problem using Hydrogen Peroxide on fresh wounds and cuts. The foaming action that you have been told is the 'dirt' being bubbled out is actually the destruction of the 'first responding cells'. the good guys. Destroying those cells is why it takes 30% longer for the wound to heal. The longer the wound takes to heal means more scaring will result. Remember your mom saying not to pick your scabs??? That it would cause a scar. She was right. The older you are, the slower you heal, and this results in more scaring. ALL recent wounds take up more solar radiation and this stimulates the 'tanning' cells. This results in an area that tans quicker than the area around the healed wounds. it takes 6 months for the skin to mature to normal thickness. If you doubt this take a look at the shin area of your leg. In the early exposure to sun will cause your old scars to tan faster. eventually the rest of the shin catches up in the level of tan. On you leg this is no big deal but on your cheek or chin it is. it will show every spring. So if you use a 50 sun block for 6 months you can avoid this livelong problem.
Bad Breath
Posted by Ray (East Northport, Ny) on 12/21/2009
Most people have amalgam fillings in their mouths. Dont put Hydroegn Peroxide in your mouth. It causes the fillings to outgas.
Bad Breath
Posted by Rob (Toronto, Ontario) on 03/12/2010
Kris, can you recommend any good dentists in Toronto, who will extract the fillings properly?
Bad Breath
Posted by Seth (Miami, Fl) on 07/19/2010
Will this help in teeth whitening? Is this harmful when using a dental bridge?
Bad Breath
Posted by Drea (Tampa, Fl) on 09/24/2011
Rinsing with hydrogen peroxide on a regular basis can cause black hairy tongue. Google it. It's a really gross condition where your tongues papilla become infected, elongated and discolored.... And the main cause is regular use of mouth rinse containing peroxide. There are natural mouth rinses available if you dont like listerine. Don't be cheap and risk getting something gross like black hairy tongue.
Bad Breath
Posted by Pahlee Bee (Philadelphia, Pa) on 09/11/2009
WHAT PERCENT IS THE DRUG STORE AND OTHER STORES THAT CARRY H2O2 AND WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?
General Feedback
Posted by Sandra (Ventura, CA) on 06/17/2007
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I noticed that the hydrogen peroxide that I used to buy in the supermarket used to use ionized water, which tested ph 7.0.. Now it only has purified water which does not test alkaline, so I add a pinch of baking soda to make it ph 7.0. I don't know why they stopped using ionized water and replaced it with purified water. I use it for everything internal and external. I love the way my teeth feel after brushing with hydrogen peroxide. Good breath freshener.
Breathing Issues
Posted by Natalie (Dallas) on 10/28/2016
Babesia, a nasty co-infection of Lyme, could also be a cause of excessive yawning. It loves to live in the brain.
Breathing Issues
Posted by Charity (Faithville, Usa) on 10/28/2016
The fact that it happens in your car is a clue. Maybe your car is leaking fumes into cab and you can't smell them. Could be mold spores in air system. Could be many things...but you have symptom while in your car.
Spider Veins
Posted by Anamika (Cleveland, OH, USA) on 08/01/2008
Could you please elaborate on how to take the H2O2 bath and for how long? Many Thanks!
Fountain of Youth
Posted by Janice (Seminole, Florida) on 07/03/2008
Do you remember if he diluted the 35% hydrogen peroxide with aloe vera gel to make the 6% solution?
Gum Sensitivity
Posted by Karen (Iselin, NJ) on 03/04/2007
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I started rinsing my mouth with hydrogen peroxide 3% and noticed a difference within a couple of days!! I don't know if it stopped the gums from receding but it sure took the sensitivity away. I would definitely recommend trying. I rinse a small amount twice then rinse with water once a day. I don't even do it everyday and I haven't had any pain
Gum Sensitivity
Posted by Sylvia (Ozark, Missouri, USA) on 11/06/2008
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I just found this site and read this reply and wanted to add that I use the peroxide to brush my teeth. First I wash out my mouth with the peroxide, then spit the peroxide on my brush and then brush away. I make sure I don't swallow any. Sometime I will do the same thing with the mouthwash that is supposed to stop plaque build up and then use the peroxide again.
Cancer
Posted by John (USA)
In my previous email to you, I forgot to mention:
1. I stopped drinking tap water and started drinking purified water when I was doing my Hydrogen Peroxide therapy.
2. I tried applying the Raspberry Skin Cream well known to cure skin cancer to the cancerous growths on my face for weeks, but it didn't work for me - I noticed no difference. I have heard the Raspberry Skin Cream worked well for many people after about two weeks.
3. Also I forgot to mention when I started my Hydrogen Peroxide I also started using air purifier that is running 24/7 in my bedroom.
Cancer
Posted by Christine (Shoreline, Wa) on 01/07/2014
John, I realize this is nearly 7 yrs after your post, but I do have a question if you're still out there: did you use 3% HP or 35% food grade HP, or both?
Breathing Issues
Posted by Smartattimes (Pdx) on 04/03/2014
Sorry to hear about your illness.
However, Food grade hydrogen peroxide is not carcinogenic it is used in breads pastries, noodles all over the world. Did you use Food grade hydrogen peroxide? However I like to look at both sides. My MD gave me hydrogen peroxide IV's so he is an specialist and he really knows his chemistry. Then again sometimes we think things are safe then it comes out it is not
Broad Benefits
Posted by Osiris (Miami) on 02/20/2007
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I used hydrogen Peroxide to whiten my smile and clean my ears. It really is great solution everyone should try it!!!
Broad Benefits
Posted by Jason (St. Croix Falls, WI) on 02/11/2007
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Hydrogen Peroxide cleared my cold and flu symptoms! Not only that, i felt energized and was able to breath so clearly, I was amazed.
Gingivitis
Posted by Tom (Kansas City, Missouri) on 07/16/2008
I'm wondering if the hydrogen peroxide used for IBS was the 3% or the food grade?
Broad Benefits
Posted by Cynthia (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) on 02/05/2018
I am just amazed at what I am reading and wished I knew about this before. How does the peroxide work for fat loss and weight loss?
Emphysema
Posted by Illyusha (Marshall, Michigan) on 03/25/2010
I've had Emphysema for 20 years so you can imagine the shape I am in. This is my reason for checking out Hydrogen Peroxide Therapy. Can someone tell me the right steps to take to treat my emphysema using Hydrogen Peroxide? Thanks, illyusha
Earth Clinic Report
Posted by Sarah Grace (Leonia, NJ) on 05/06/2012
And who, drinks a whole mouthful of the stuff??
Earth Clinic Report
Posted by Deanna (Indiana ) on 08/21/2021
Hi! When you feel something coming in… you do 4 drops peroxide in water …. how many times a day??-and can you do it preventively?
Earth Clinic Report
Posted by KT (Usa) on 02/09/2017
Dear MtM,
Thank you for the informative links...great information!! <3 :-)
Earth Clinic Report
Posted by Ltsally (Australia) on 02/27/2017
Did they drink 35% undiluted?
Earth Clinic Report
Posted by Sandy (Essex) on 06/21/2020
Only a silly person would do that. I doubt the story is true.
Pl
General Feedback
Posted by Daniel (Rocky River) on 11/18/2006
I thought you would be VERY interested in the link below. A company in my area, Steris (A world leader in fighting infection and contamination.), is using Hydrogen Peroxide to sterilize hospitals, emergency rooms, emergency response vehicles, etc.. I saw a demonstration of the unit to sterilize emergency vehicles. they close up the unit tight, all doors and windows. They then pump a dry vapor form of hydrogen peroxide through the vehicle. After, they simply open the vehicle , and let out the vapor. Done. I asked why they weren't using regular hydrogen peroxide. I was told it could corrode medical devices, and electrical connections. Thought it would greatly interest you guys.
http://www.steris.com
