FACTOR 12: OPTI-CILLIN
Herbal Antibiotic, Antiviral, and Antifungal Formulation

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CAMELLIA SINENSIS (GREEN TEA) EXTRACT (50% polyphenol content) contains potent antioxidant compounds that have demonstrated greater antioxidant protection than vitamins C and E in experimental studies as well as exhibit anti-allergy activity._1,2 Green tea extract is also rich in Theophylline, a compound used as a prescription drug in the treatment of asthma.₃

The polyphenols in camellia sinensis have also been shown to stimulate the production of several immune system cells, and have antibacterial properties - even against the bacteria that cause dental plaque._4,5,6 In fact, the polyphenols are believed to be responsible for most of green tea's role in promoting good health.₇

Green tea polyphenols inhibit cancer by blocking the activation of carcinogens, and detoxifying or trapping cancer-causing compounds such as nitrosamines, suppressing the activation of carcinogens, and detoxifying or trapping cancer-causing agents. The forms of cancer that appear to be best prevented are cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, the stomach, small intestine, pancreas, colon, lung cancer, and estrogen-related cancers including most breast cancers_8,9

Camellia sinensis guards against cardiovascular disease by lowering total cholesterol levels while improving the cholesterol profile of LDL to HDL cholesterol and lowering blood pressure._10,11

BERBERIS ALKALOID EXTRACT containing the major alkaloid, berberine, has been extensively studied in clinical settings. Berberine has shown antibiotic activity against bacteria, protozoa, and fungi, including Staphylococcus species, Streptomyces species, Corynebacterium diphtheria, E. coli, salmonella typhi, Diplococcus pneumoniae, Trichomonas vaginalis, N. meningitidis, and Candida albicans._12,13,14

Berberine has the ability to inhibit the adherence of streptococci to host cells. Simply stated, berberine interferes with infections due to streptococci not only by inhibiting streptococcal growth, but also by blocking these organisms to host cells.₁₅

Berberine has been found effective against diarrheas caused by E. coli (traveler's diarrhea), Shigella dysenteriae (shigellosis), Salmonella paratyphi (food poisoning), and Vibrio cholerae (cholera). Clinical studies have produced results with berberine comparable to those of standard antibiotics in most cases, and in several studies results were actually superior._16,17,18

ECHINACEA (ANGUSTIFOLIA) EXTRACT activates a part of the immune system known as the alternate complement pathway. As a result, the movement of white blood cells into areas of infection is enhanced; immune complexes solubilize; and bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms are destroyed._19,20

Echinacea elevates serum white blood cell counts when they are low, including T lymphocytes, or T cells.₂₁ These cells are a type of white blood cell responsible for "cell-mediated immunity" which refers to immune mechanisms not controlled or mediated by antibodies. This is extremely important in providing resistance to infection by mold-like bacteria, yeast, fungi, parasites, and viruses including those that cause hepatitis._22,23

Cell-mediated immunity is also critical in protecting against the development of cancer, autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, and allergies. Echinacea has been successfully utilized to treat all of these conditions.₂₄

Echinacea extract stimulates stem cells in bone marrow and lymphatic tissue where immune system cells are produced, and increase the number and activity of these cells in the blood and lymphatic circulation.₂₅

It has been stated that Echinacea is one of the most powerful and effective remedies against bacteria and viral infections.₂₆

PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT (standardized to 5% ginsenosides) exerts numerous pharmacological effects including antistress activity, improved endocrine system function, enhanced protein synthesis and cell reproduction; improved glucose control in diabetics; lowering of serum cholesterol; and protection of the liver from toxic substances._27,28,29,30

Ginseng possesses immunostimulating activity as evidenced by its ability to enhance antibody responses, cell-mediated immunity and the production of interferon.₃₁

Ginseng also has the ability to enhance the activity of the cells of the reticuloendothelial system. This system is composed of white blood cells known as macrophages, which filter the blood and lymph by engulfing and destroying bacteria, viruses, and other waste matter. Such macrophages are found in highest concentrations in the liver, spleen, and lymph nodes.₃₂

The liver contains specialized macrophages known as Kupffer cells. Ginseng stimulates and increases the activity of these cells which are responsible for removing toxins and debris from the circulation.₃₃ Ginseng has also been demonstrated to increase protein synthesis in the liver which is often reduced in the elderly.₃₄

Clinical studies have shown that ingestion of ginseng by individuals with mild immune deficiency (frequent colds) may reduce the risk of viral infection.₃₅

USNEA (USNEA BARBATA) contains usnic acid which acts as an antibiotic. Unlike other antibiotics which disrupt structural components of bacterial cells, usnea kills microbes by disrupting cellular metabolism. Also, unlike synthetic antibiotics which kill the natural flora in the vagina and gut, usnea does not destroy "friendly" bacteria and therefore does not adversely affect the body's natural ecology.₃₆

Usnea has been found to be especially effective for acute bacterial infections. Many individuals have also had great success using usnea for sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and colds when nothing else had worked.₃₇

OCIMUM BASILICUM exhibits in vitro antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis, E. coli, Pseudomonas auerginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. Strong activity was also shown against Candida albicans.₃₈

Ocimum basilicum is also a galactagogue and stomachic. It is useful for stomach cramps, gastric catarrh, vomiting and intestinal catarrh which are symptoms usually associated with colds, flu, and similar virus ailments.₃₉

ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS contains some of the most powerful candida killing substances available.₄₀ The active constituents of this herb include eucalyptol which exhibits antibacterial effects₄₁ and relaxes smooth muscles in the lungs.₄₂ Rosmarinic acid has significant antioxidant activity.₄₃

The stimulant action of rosemary helps promote liver function, the production of bile, and proper digestion. It also acts to improve circulation.₄₄

GARLIC EXTRACT (from 66 mg fresh garlic) were found to be effective antibiotic agents against many bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, salmonella enteritidis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and mycobacteria._45,46,47 These studies compared the antimicrobial effects of garlic with those of commonly used antibiotics, including penicillin, streptomycin, chloramphenicol, erythromycin, and tetracyclines. These studies demonstrated garlic's efficacy in inhibiting the growth of some bacteria that had become resistant to one or more of the antibiotics.

Garlic possesses important immune-enhancing and anticancer properties. Human studies show that garlic inhibits the formation of nitrosamines which are powerful cancer-causing compounds formed during digestion.₄₈

Garlic has demonstrated significant antifungal activity against a wide range of fungi. Garlic is especially active against C. albicans, being more potent than Nystatin and six other reputed antifungal agents.₄₉

Garlic's antiviral effects have been well studied. In vitro, fresh garlic killed herpes simplex types 1 and 2, para-influenza virus type 3, vesicular stomatitis virus, and human rhinovirus type 2. Fresh garlic extract was virucidal against all viruses tested but the virucidal activity of commercial products depended how they were prepared. Those products producing the highest level of allicin and other thio-sulfinates, such as found in Factor Twelve: Opti-cillin, had the best virucidal activity.₅₀

Based on clinical research, the dosage of a commercial garlic product should provide a daily dose of 4 mg of allicin.₅₁

CHOROPHYLLIN (pure) is "natures deodorant" and aids in cleansing of the bloodstream.₅₂ According to G. W. Rapp in the American Journal of Pharmacy, chorophyllin also possesses positive antibacterial action and reduces the hazard of bacterial contamination. It's main purpose in this formulation, however, is to off-set some of the more pungent herbal extracts utilized in Factor Twelve: Opti-cillin.

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