In a message dated 4/23/01 7:29:30 AM Central Daylight Time,
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> Just a quick question about the use of grapefruit seed extract for thrush in
> both mother and baby, as was noted earlier.  I tried this product myself and
> found it so unpleasantly bitter (even when sweetened with stevia or
> glycerine
> in a drink) that I decided having the thrush was the better option.  I can't
> imagine getting a baby to accept it in an oral treatment.  Did I get a bad
> bottle, or is it always like this?
>

Yes, it is always bitter.  Mixed to the tune of 5 - 10 drops per oz of
water.....I've found a quick swabbing and then nursing was doable with baby.
I've had many Moms treat their babies with it.  The distinct advantage over
any other treatment is that you can get rid of the yeast within a couple of
days and the treatment is over.

Mom can take capsules instead if preferred.  I just slugged it down because
it was in the house in liquid form.  I ALWAYS keep some around, because it
nips yeast in the bud regardless of the location so quickly that thrush never
becomes a full blown problem.  I had a big thrush battle the first time out
with my twins......and have never wanted to experience that misery
again....and haven't.  :)

Cheryl Taylor White
Oklahoma City, OK

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