Bladder Infections
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Recently, I broke down and went to the hospital to get antibiotics. They didn't work, it was alarming truly, this is modern medicine. After, about, THREE trips back to the hospital, and THREE rounds of antibiotics, and about 4 months of struggling with my latest bladder infection, I finally found a natural cure, that I think is very effective.
I was frustrated, nothing was working. I tried the ACV, I tried sea salt, baking soda, alka seltzer, EVERYTHING. Coconut Milk, (which tastes really gross)
My friends, a combination of Olive leaf extract, and turmeric herb cured my stubborn bladder infection.
You have to take about 2 dropperfuls of olive leaf extract (alcohol free) dissolved in a cup of water about three times a day, along with 2 caps of turmeric herb, three to four times a day.
This is intensive treatment, but that's what it took for me.
I cap my own turmeric by the way, in veg. caps 00
(Leeds, Uk)
02/04/2010
I have used olive leaf but only in capsule form I think the tincture would be better absorbed, it is very effective but I have not tried the tumeric along with it I never thought of making my own capsules before what a great idea!
(Charlotte, Nc)
03/03/2012
For frequent bladder infections and urinary tract infections, get yourself a toilet seat bidet. It's a simple installation over an existing toilet, and provides an "under carriage wash. " It's electrical so it warms the water. My cost $300 but the deluxe models run higher.
I had reoccurring infections and antibiotics didn't work anymore. Natual remedies worked so-so. Since my huband installed the bidet, no more bladder infections. I cannot tell you much I love my bidet, especially at that time of the month. The bidet feels good, and I feel good knowing I'm clean!
(Zug, Switzerland)
03/04/2012
Hi Diana, I come from a Southern European country where bidets are standard part of bathrooms. I lived in France in a house that had one as well, no idea why but now I haven't and our new house doesn't have one either. I always made good use of it even to wash my feet during the winter if they were cold. You feel clean in the important bits without always needing to take a bath. I cured my recurring bladder infections by doing several things so I don't know what actually helped! I think that the thing, like with many other ailments is to keep trying, something might eventually work for you! I haven't had one in 18 months and before that they were down to once a year. I think that the most important thing was probably using lube during sexual relations. If the vagina gets irritated somehow that triggers a bladder infection! I only had them if I was in a sexual relationship. The most important is to never accept that it is the age, or that it is chronic or whatever, keep on searching for answers!
(Ny)
03/08/2018
How many mg of Olive Leaf extract per day? How many mg of Turmeric per day? So good to hear there are natural cures that work.
Bladder Infections
★★★★★
Some people experience die-off symptoms with Olive Leaf, and it can be used as a prophylactic, which would allow for gradual cleansing, in case you needed to use it in high doses for an infection. However, I didn't experience any of that, as I've done a lot of cleansing before. Still, if I were going to, I'd do it anyway, as it really kicked the infection.
I also tried Ted's salt remedy, but it was at about 10 pm, after the Olive Leaf was obviously working, so I can't be sure what its effect was. However, it didn't make me feel ill, as some here have reported.
As an aside, I recently went to see a Korean doctor, who described about three sets of symptoms I've been having as being connected to an original problem of weak chi in the kidneys and spleen. He gave a very reasonable explanation of how the seemingly unconnected symptoms are all part of a developing problem based on the weakness in the two organs. After a month on his custom tincture, I experienced a reversal in the most recent symptom (period coming a week earlier each month for a few months, with a lot of spotting). So, I believe that if I continue with that treatment, eventually, the internal weakness which leads to the chronic symptoms will be eradicated.
One last thing - I've just read that a high percentage of women with chronic UTI's have a lack of immunoglobulins, which you can supplement with collostrum, so I'll try that, too.
(Murfreesboro, Tn)
02/26/2012
★★★★★
Olive leaf extract really worked for my bladder infection. I was tired to being in pain and having to wait to see the doctor and then get presciption. I came to here and decided to try olive leaf extract. Thank you so much for sharing the information.
If I feel a symptom coming on, I take 2 capsules every 4 hours on Day 1 of symptom. Along with that, I also add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink that every 4 hours on Day1 and drink plenty of water. The next day, I just take 2 oliver leaf extract capsules 3 times a day and drink plenty of water. Day 3, I take 2 olive leaf extract capsules 3 times a day even if I feel better. By the 4th day, I just take 2 in the morning and 2 at night. I do the same thing on Day 5.
(Ny)
03/08/2018
Great to know Olive Leaf Extract Capsules work - can you tell me how many mg per day?
(Murfreesboro, Tn)
07/08/2018
Hi Kathy, I didn't see your comment until now. I take the brand Nature's Way, I think it's about 430 mg in each capsule. And a couple of years ago I added cornsilk also 400 mg each capsule. Hope this helps.
Chigger Bites
★★★★☆
I have been suffering from chigger bites the last 5 or so summers until fall temperatures come. They are in our yard as we water our garden frequently. No one else in my family is bothered, but I am miserable with them. I wear shorts and sandals most days and while it was effective to jump into the bathtub and wash thoroughly and scrub hard from the knees down every time I came in from outside, it was extremely inconvenient and wasted water. Somewhere I stumbled on the concept of olive leaf extract helping to heal bites because it supports skin health. I tend to have allergic reactions to insect bites, my chigger bites were taking 5-7 weeks to heal, and I was acquiring 1-2 new bites per day. I took it out of desperation. Over the last 3 years, I've discovered a couple things. Taking two 500 mg olive leaf extract capsules per day (1 at breakfast, 1 at lunch) doesn't seem to have any immediate effect. However, within 2 weeks, existing bites begin to heal and the rate at which I receive new bites declines. I cannot explain why the rate at which I receive new bites declines. I don't change my habits of going outdoors. I can only speculate that perhaps when my immune system is working better either I'm not noticing new bites and reacting to them at all, or I'm simply not attracting as many chiggers as when my immune system is low. I do not think it is related to the time of year as I've started taking the supplement earlier and later in the summer and either way I notice the same pattern. One note of caution, olive leaf extract can lower blood pressure. Unfortunately for me, after taking these faithfully for a little over a month, I began to feel very lightheaded. As I struggle with low iron, I realized these may be a little too much for me this year until my iron is higher. I stopped taking the olive leaf extract 5-7 days ago and today I have 3-4 new bites in one day. I was getting less than a bite a week when taking the olive leaf extract (after the initial 2 weeks). Noticing the uptick in bites after stopping the supplement is what led me to realize it was likely not only healing my skin, but also somehow preventing bites or reactions to the bites at least.
Colds and Flu
★★★★☆
(Derby, Uk)
03/02/2017
A good remedy for fungus on the feet is to soak feet in warm water with baking soda and vinegar 2-3 times a day. Tea tree oil applied directly should help or you can soak the feet in warm water with epsom salts and add the tea tree oil to the water. Again 2-3 times a day. Borax is also an excellent remedy which can be used internally and externally. It can be added to warm water along with baking soda or by itself as a foot soak.
All of these are covered on this site I believe.
Colds and Flu
★★★☆☆
BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS
Unfortunately the cold came back with a vengeance. I tried to fight it off with various teas as I didn't want to go through the nausea and diarrhea again, but today I decided to give the olive leaf another go (this time with food.) Once again I felt queasy and had bad diarrhea... but once the diarrhea passed I felt almost like a new person. Within hours many of my cold symptoms had vanished (stuffiness, sore throat, blocked ear, headaches) and I had more energy.
There needs to be more published on how this product works. To me, it feels like it's literally blasting the bad bacteria and viruses out of me. I can physically feel it doing this. It feels terrible, but if you can get through it the after effects are worth it.
I wonder if the effects are only this extreme when you are sick, or if it is dependent on the type of sickness you have? There have been times I've taken it without effects.
(Bakersfield)
02/15/2015
Olive leaf extract helps to alleviate constipation so that may be why with a high dose is causing diarrhea. May want to lower dose and add a probiotic.
DIY Olive Leaf Extract
★★★★★
I pick approximately one and a half kilos of fresh leaves of new leaves and it doesn't matter if the tree is flowering because the flowers will make the brew tasty. Wash the leaves in filtered water and put in a slow cooker for about 30 hours with 4 litres of filtered water but top up as the water will evaporate some I use 6 litres of water and when finished strain the leaves and end up with nearly 3 litres of olive leaf extract. I have tried putting honey in the bottle and found it fermented and still drank the juice and found it was very effective for colds flu and age pain sore knees sinus infection. I drink a swig 2 to 3 times daily, and when your body has had enough or doesn't need it anymore, you will know because it doesn't taste right. Leave in the fridge for the next time or as I do swig whenever you need it.
General Feedback
General Feedback
Thanks, Carolyn
(Bellevue, Wa)
04/15/2010
★★★★★
I have suffered from acne & rosacea since my teens. The issue eased in my 30's but returned again with more intensity in my 40's. I have tried many,many different things to find some easing of the postules, cysts, and redness. The only thing that brought minor relief was antibiotics. These, however, brought other side affects that I was not willing to live with. I then ran across some information on olive leaf extract. I began to take 2 adult size tablets twice a day. I also purchased olive leaf bar soap and face lotion. I began to see results within a week. After several months I reduced my intake of supplements to 1 twice daily. I have continued with that regimen for over a year now and my skin is completely clear with only a very occasional breakout. The redness is also greatly reduced. My skin hasn't looked this good since before puberty!
(Merriam, Ks)
07/30/2012
Wendy Jo, which olive soap do you use? what brand? please email me at okiegirltina gmail.
Genital Herpes
1. Does anyone still see where the leisons were?
2. And is it still transferable to another individual while using this treatment method?
(Pakistan)
08/16/2024
For genital herpes, take lecthin 2400 mg for a month.
Genital Herpes
★★★★★
The very first time I tried Olive leaf extract, I was on the verge of another cold sore. I put about 2-3 droppers full in a small amount of water. Within moments I could feel the initial swelling going away. I ran to the mirror because I thought I was imagining things! I wasn't! The nasty little thing was disappearing before my eyes.
It's been 4 years now and I've had only one (pretty mild) cold sore and all because I hadn't taken the olive leaf at the first signs of fatigue, dry lips, and a feeling of being 'run-down' which always precedes the outbreak. My Mom also had these her whole life, and it works wonders for her too. The key is to use it preventatively, as well as extra doses at the onset of a breakout. I've many droppers full of it, and it has no side effects whatsoever - other than good ones! Also, using it topically, directly on the area where you usually breakout, in addition to internally is helpful also.
Interestingly enough, some biblical scholars believe that the "Tree of Life" represents the Olive Tree and that the Dove which carried a twig/branch to Noah, was carrying an Olive Twig. I truly hope this helps any of you dealing with problem. I Love, Love, Love this website! :-)
(Tx)
07/23/2017
Does it cure herpes type two virus? how long does it take to work?
Genital Herpes
★★★★★
(Alpharetta, Ga)
05/08/2010
I have to agree with liquid oxygen. I suffered from flare ups from the herpes virus and started using stabilized liquid oxygen over five years ago. Oxygen kills viruses Dr's won't presrcibe it because they and all of the pharmacutical companies would be out of business. But with healthy eating and exercise It's been years even without the use of the oxygen. No more outbreaks.
(Johannesburg, SA)
03/28/2015
Hi is it safe to take olive leaf extract with milk and what is dmso?
EC: Hi, there is information on DMSO here: https://www.earthclinic.com/supplements/DMSO.html
(Ga)
02/26/2016
So were cured? have you taken another blood test to see if you still had it?
Genital Herpes
Since I am talking about olive leaf, this is also used against Epstein-Barr Virus and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome as well, due to its antiviral properties. As a result, I have cut and paste portions describing in more details the oleuropeins found in olive leaf -- see below. I suspect that olive leaf extract when mixed with apple cider vinegar would increase its antiviral potency, especially when you have the common colds or pneumonia coming.
For those already against vaccination the olive leaf can be eaten regularly as a protection against other deadly viral diseases as well.
(Raleigh, North Carolina, Usa)
10/29/2012
Hello, I was wondering if the Asprin and Vitamin C method to eradicate Herpes is for good (for life) or is it for just a treatment of a herpes OB. I have started taking Asprin (750mg) every hour for 5hours also taking 1000mg of Vitamin C every hour with each dose of Asprin. I have done my first 5hours instead of 4 and took 750mg instead of 500mg. I am just really wondering if I do this for the 3 days - Morning and Evening will the herpes be gone for life or will I have another OB down the road sometime.
If the above method does not work, could he please let me know an exact method that would permantley eradicate the Herpes Permantley for life if this is possible. I deeply appreciate the time and any help you can give me, and may god bless you for the great work you are doing. You will be rewarded Im sure!
Take Care, God Speed, James
(Georgetown, DE)
08/29/2014
Aspirin is just bad and at that dose a day could cause you stomach issues. Get olive leaf extract and cats claw capsules . Use both throughout the day and a high dose, double what's on the bottle. It's better to overdose on that stuff than to under dose. There are no negative side effects of overdosing. The olive leaf, take on an empty stomach - the cats claw, take with food.
(Chicago)
11/20/2015
(Detroit)
01/27/2016
I totally agree regarding losing the aspirin. Not good. Olive leaf on the other hand is an unbelievable healing agent.
Multiple Ailments
EC: We have one: https://www.earthclinic.com/supplements/olive-leaf.html
(Manhattan, Ny)
09/12/2012
Diane, is there a particular brand or method that you find most effective?
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
09/13/2012
I am a big fan of olive leaf as well. Olive leaf is antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antibacterial. I have had excellent results. Both are high in the active ingredient oleorupin. Look for 18% oleorupin or higher on the label.
(Los Angeles, Ca)
09/13/2012
I have tried many over the years and for some reason GNC's the one that works best for me. I don't like their price and I have seen it go up 2 times in the last 10 years but it always works for me.
There are a ton of olive trees around Los Angeles. When I cant afford to buy it, I just boil the leaves and drink the tea. I cant say I recommend anyone else do that. One must know exactly what they are doing when picking wild herbs. Though, around the spring, olives should be clearly visible on the fruit baring trees.
(Chicago, Il)
02/25/2013
I am not having any die-off (detox) symptoms from taking Olive Leaf Extract and have not experienced anything else. I've been on it about a week and a half (750mg - extra strength). Does it mean that the products is not working for me? Should I expect something?
(Ravenna, Ohio)
06/06/2013
Check out iherb.com for good prices on olive leaf extract with reviews. Much more reasonable than GNC.
Nail Fungus
★★★★★
Olive Leaf Extract
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