Houttuynia - Microbial Defence NutraMedix 30ml

Houttuynia 30 ml

TO RESOLVE:
- VIRAL INFECTIONS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
- BACTERIAL INFECTIONS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)

General Description

Houttuynia is an extract of the herb of Houttuynia cordata. Houttuynia cordata is a Chinese medicinal herb that is found throughout Eastern Asia. It has been used traditionally to treat various types of infections, inflammation, hypertension, sinusitis, pulmonary tuberculosis, etc. Dr. James Schaller has found Houttuynia to be effective against Bartonella in vitro and in vivo and Dr. Lee Cowden has found Houttuynia to be effective against Bartonella clinically in patients who have resistant strains of Bartonella.

Some Reported Medicinal Properties

• ANTI-BACTERIAL
• ANTI-VIRAL
• IMMUNOMODULATION
• ANTI-OXIDANT
• ANTI-MUTAGENIC

Research On NutraMedix Product

IN VITRO – LYME DISEASE

Priyanka A.S. Theophilus M.S., Eva Sapi Ph.D. (2013). Study of the acute oral toxicity of HOUTTUYNIA, originating from NUTRAMEDIX Laboratories, LLC, Florida, USA.l Agents on Borrelia burgdorferi Full Article

IN VIVO – ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY TESTS

An acute oral toxicity study was conducted by the University of Guayaquil, Ecuador concluding that Houttuynia did not produce toxic effects, thus the product is considered practically innocuous for humans when administered in the acute form. Therefore; studies of acute toxicity at higher doses in humans are not necessary. Full Article

Medical Conditions
(peer-reviewed journals)

ACNE
Chomnawang, M. T., Surassmo, S., Nukoolkarn, V. S., & Gritsanapan, W. (2005). Antimicrobial effects of Thai medicinal plants against acne-inducing bacteria. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 101(1-3), 330-333.
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ANAPHYLACTIC REACTION
Han, E. H., Park, J. H., Kim, J. Y., & Jeong, H. G. (2009). Houttuynia cordata water extract suppresses anaphylactic reaction and IgE-mediated allergic response by inhibiting multiple steps of FcεRI signaling in mast cells. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 47(7), 1659-1666.
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Li, G. Z., Chai, O. H., Lee, M. S., Han, E. H., Kim, H. T., & Song, C. H. (2005). Inhibitory effects of Houttuynia cordata water extracts on anaphylactic reaction and mast cell activation. Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 28(10), 1864-1868.
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ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Huh, E., Kim, H. G., Park, H., Kang, M. S., Lee, B., & Oh, M. S. (2014). Houttuynia cordata improves cognitive deficits in cholinergic dysfunction Alzheimer’s disease-like models. Biomolecules & Therapeutics, 22(3), 176.
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CANCER
Kumnerdkhonkaen, P., Saenglee, S., Asgar, M. A., Senawong, G., Khongsukwiwat, K., & Senawong, T. (2018). Antiproliferative activities and phenolic acid content of water and ethanolic extracts of the powdered formula of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. fermented broth and Phyllanthus emblica Linn. fruit. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 18(1), 130.
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Lai, K. C., Chiu, Y. J., Tang, Y. J., Lin, K. L., Chiang, J. H., Jiang, Y. L., ... & Yang, J. S. (2010). Houttuynia cordata Thunb extract inhibits cell growth and induces apoptosis in human primary colorectal cancer cells. Anticancer Research, 30(9), 3549-3556.
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COLON CANCER
Tang, Y. J., Yang, J. S., Lin, C. F., Shyu, W. C., Tsuzuki, M., Lu, C. C., ... & Lai, K. C. (2009). Houttuynia cordata Thunb extract induces apoptosis through mitochondrial-dependent pathway in HT-29 human colon adenocarcinoma cells. Oncology Reports, 22(5), 1051-1056.
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DENGUE VIRUS
Chiow, K. H., Phoon, M. C., Putti, T., Tan, B. K., & Chow, V. T. (2016). Evaluation of antiviral activities of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. extract, quercetin, quercetrin and cinanserin on murine coronavirus and dengue virus infection. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 9(1), 1-7.
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Leardkamolkarn, V., Sirigulpanit, W., Phurimsak, C., Kumkate, S., Himakoun, L., & Sripanidkulchai, B. (2012). The inhibitory actions of houttuynia cordata aqueous extract on dengue virus and dengue‐infected cells. Journal of Food Biochemistry, 36(1), 86-92.
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DIABETES
Kumar, M., Prasad, S. K., Krishnamurthy, S., & Hemalatha, S. (2014). Antihyperglycemic activity of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Advances in Pharmacological Sciences, 2014.
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LEUKEMIA
Chang, J. S., Chiang, L. C., Chen, C. C., Liu, L. T., Wang, K. C., & Lin, C. C. (2001). Antileukemic activity of Bidens pilosa L. var. minor (Blume) Sherff and Houttuynia cordata Thunb. The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, 29(02), 303-312.
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LUNG CANCER
Chen, Y. F., Yang, J. S., Chang, W. S., Tsai, S. C., Peng, S. F., & Zhou, Y. R. (2013). Houttuynia cordata Thunb extract modulates G 0/G 1 arrest and Fas/CD95-mediated death receptor apoptotic cell death in human lung cancer A549 cells. Journal of Biomedical Science, 20(1), 18.
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LUNG INJURY
Lu, Y., Jiang, Y., Ling, L., Zhang, Y., Li, H., & Chen, D. (2018). Beneficial effects of Houttuynia cordata polysaccharides on “two-hit” acute lung injury and endotoxic fever in rats associated with anti-complementary activities. Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, 8(2), 218-227.
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HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV)
Hung, P. Y., Ho, B. C., Lee, S. Y., Chang, S. Y., Kao, C. L., Lee, S. S., & Lee, C. N. (2015). Houttuynia cordata targets the beginning stage of herpes simplex virus infection. PloS One, 10(2), e0115475.
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Chen, X., Wang, Z., Yang, Z., Wang, J., Xu, Y., Tan, R. X., & Li, E. (2011). Houttuynia cordata blocks HSV infection through inhibition of NF-κB activation. Antiviral Research, 92(2), 341-345.
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Chiang, L. C., Chang, J. S., Chen, C. C., Ng, L. T., & Lin, C. C. (2003). Anti-Herpes simplex virus activity of Bidens pilosa and Houttuynia cordata. The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, 31(03), 355-362.
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RAPID PULMONARY FIBROSIS (RPF)
Du, S., Li, H., Cui, Y., Yang, L., Wu, J., Huang, H., ... & Chen, D. (2012). Houttuynia cordata inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced rapid pulmonary fibrosis by up-regulating IFN-γ and inhibiting the TGF-β1/Smad pathway. International Immunopharmacology, 13(3), 331-340.
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Medicinal Properties
(peer-reviewed journals)

ANTICESTODAL ACTIVITY
Yadav, A. K. (2011). Anticestodal activity of Houttuynia cordata leaf extract against Hymenolepis diminuta in experimentally infected rats. Journal of Parasitic Diseases, 35(2), 190-194.
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ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Shingnaisui, K., Dey, T., Manna, P., & Kalita, J. (2018). Therapeutic potentials of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. against inflammation and oxidative stress: A Review. Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
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Li, W., Fan, T., Zhang, Y., Fan, T., Zhou, P., Niu, X., & He, L. (2013). Houttuynia cordata Thunb. Volatile Oil Exhibited Anti‐inflammatory Effects In Vivo and Inhibited Nitric Oxide and Tumor Necrosis Factor‐α Production in LPS‐stimulated Mouse Peritoneal Macrophages In Vitro. Phytotherapy Research, 27(11), 1629-1639.
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Lee, H. J., Seo, H. S., Kim, G. J., Jeon, C. Y., Park, J. H., Jang, B. H., ... & Ko, S. G. (2013). Houttuynia cordata Thunb inhibits the production of pro‑inflammatory cytokines through inhibition of the NFκB signaling pathway in HMC‑1 human mast cells. Molecular Medicine Reports, 8(3), 731-736.
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Kim, D., Park, D., Kyung, J., Yang, Y. H., Choi, E. K., Lee, Y. B., ... & Kim, Y. B. (2012). Anti-inflammatory effects of Houttuynia cordata supercritical extract in carrageenan-air pouch inflammation model. Laboratory Animal Research, 28(2), 137-140.
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Li, W., Zhou, P., Zhang, Y., & He, L. (2011). Houttuynia cordata, a novel and selective COX-2 inhibitor with anti-inflammatory activity. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 133(2), 922-927.
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Shin, S., Joo, S. S., Jeon, J. H., Park, D., Jang, M. J., Kim, T. O., ... & Kim, Y. B. (2010). Anti-inflammatory effects of a Houttuynia cordata supercritical extract. Journal of Veterinary Science, 11(3), 273-275.
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Kim, I. S., Kim, J. H., Kim, J. S., Yun, C. Y., Kim, D. H., & Lee, J. S. (2007). The inhibitory effect of Houttuynia cordata extract on stem cell factor-induced HMC-1 cell migration. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 112(1), 90-95.
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Lu, H. M., Liang, Y. Z., Yi, L. Z., & Wu, X. J. (2006). Anti-inflammatory effect of Houttuynia cordata injection. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 104(1-2), 245-249.
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ANTIBACTERIAL
Li, W., Zhou, P., Zhang, Y., & He, L. (2011). Houttuynia cordata, a novel and selective COX-2 inhibitor with anti-inflammatory activity. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 133(2), 922-927.
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Kim, G. S., Kim, D. H., Lim, J. J., Lee, J. J., Han, D. Y., Lee, W. M., ... & Lee, H. J. (2008). Biological and antibacterial activities of the natural herb Houttuynia cordata water extract against the intracellular bacterial pathogen salmonella within the RAW 264.7 macrophage. Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 31(11), 2012-2017.
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ANTIOXIDANT
Tian, L., Shi, X., Yu, L., Zhu, J., Ma, R., & Yang, X. (2012). Chemical composition and hepatoprotective effects of polyphenol-rich extract from Houttuynia cordata tea. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 60(18), 4641-4648.
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Tian, L., Zhao, Y., Guo, C., & Yang, X. (2011). A comparative study on the antioxidant activities of an acidic polysaccharide and various solvent extracts derived from herbal Houttuynia cordata. Carbohydrate Polymers, 83(2), 537-544.
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Nuengchamnong, N., Krittasilp, K., & Ingkaninan, K. (2009). Rapid screening and identification of antioxidants in aqueous extracts of Houttuynia cordata using LC–ESI–MS coupled with DPPH assay. Food Chemistry, 117(4), 750-756.
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Chen, Y. Y., LIU, T. F., Chen, C. M., Chao, P. Y., & Chang, T. J. (2003). A study of the antioxidative and antimutagenic effects of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. using an oxidized frying oil-fed model. Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, 49(5), 327-333.
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ANTI-OBESITY

Miyata, M., Koyama, T., & Yazawa, K. (2010). Water extract of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. leaves exerts anti-obesity effects by inhibiting fatty acid and glycerol absorption. Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology, 56(2), 150-156. Full Article

HEPATOPROTECTOR

Chen, W. T., Yang, C. L., & Yin, M. C. (2014). Protective effects from Houttuynia cordata aqueous extract against acetaminophen-induced liver injury. Biomedicine, 4(1). Full Article

IMMUNOMODULATING

Lee, J. S., Kim, I. S., Kim, J. H., Kim, J. S., Kim, D. H., & Yun, C. Y. (2008). Suppressive effects of Houttuynia cordata Thunb (Saururaceae) extract on Th2 immune response. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 117(1), 34-40. Full Article

Lau, K. M., Lee, K. M., Koon, C. M., Cheung, C. S. F., Lau, C. P., Ho, H. M., ... & Tsui, S. K. W. (2008). Immunomodulatory and anti-SARS activities of Houttuynia cordata. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 118(1), 79-85. Full Article

Medical Conditions
(other journals)

LYME DISEASE

Why this Finnish Doctor Believes in Herbs, Marjo Valonen MD, Townsend Letter, July 2018 Full Article   

A Hidden Epidemic: Integrative Treatment of Lyme Disease, Scott Forsgren, March 2009 Full Article

Patient Reports

"Houttuynia Microbial Defense by NutraMedix helps my chronic mono when it flares up." -C.H.

“This is a lot better than other brands of Houttuynia on the market. It's a night and day difference for me… “ – F.L.

“I've been fighting Lyme with Bartonella and Babesia. This product seems to make a difference in my overall health and comfort when antibiotics failed. This is staying in my arsenal of weapons!” – J.R

“Alas, nothing I have done RIDS me of my chronic Mono...but Houttuynia Microbial Defense by NutraMedix helps when it flares up.” –R.N.

"This product was recommended for mycoplasma. It really was a slam dunk for my child and made and is making a huge difference in his recovery from it as well as from digestive distress from chronic food sensitivities and allergies. I can't recommend it enough for those with these issues." –N.P

Dosage Information

30 drops twice daily at least 30 minutes before a meal (start with 1 drop in 4 oz. of water adding a drop with each dose).

Safety Information

An acute oral toxicity study was conducted by the University of Guayaquil, Ecuador concluding that Houttuynia did not produce toxic effects, thus the product is considered practically innocuous for humans when administered in the acute form. Therefore; studies of acute toxicity at higher doses in humans are not necessary. Full Article