Shegoi, Larrea, Mother of All Plants, Herpes Health

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Shegoi "Mother of all Plants" Native American Indians called it "Shegoi" meaning "Mother of all Plants". It was revered as their most important plant medicine, naming it their "Medicine Chest" (See their uses below). The herbal plant is Larrea tridentata and it plays a prominent role in the creation stories of the Pima tribe. They believe that Larrea was the first plant placed on the Earth by the Creator, shortly after Earth itself was created.
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Larrea
World's Oldest Living Plant provides extraordinary Defense. Any plant that can live up to 11,000 years in a harsh environment and dominate its neighbors without being eaten and without being infected with some kind of fatal disease must be doing something extraordinary to defend itself. Since the Larrea plant cannot run and hide from its enemies, it instead builds a natural chemical arsenal to fend off otherwise lethal invasions. The wide array of natural chemicals in Larrea provides protection against viruses, bacteria, fungi, insects, rodents, weedy competitors, and other potentially destructive agents in the environment. It is no wonder that the diversity of chemicals that Larrea produces to defend itself from deadly parasites and plant-eating animals is the subject of much research in the scientific community. Call Us 727-842-6788 to place an Order or for Information

Anti-Viral, Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Fungal,
Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Oxidant...Amazing

Can be Effective against Viruses and Disease causing Micro-organisms.
* Backed by 4 United States Patents
* Field tested for six years with over 3,500 customers
* Over 90% success in clinical trials - 100% safe toxin free.

The Healing Power of the Larrea Herbal Plant
There are four distinct ways that the Larrea plant can be helpful for health purposes:
   - Powerful anti-viral properties, especially against the many strains of the herpes virus.
   - Natural antibiotic, effective against bacteria and fungi.
   - Effective anti-inflammatory
   - Unique blend of plant anti-oxidants

Traditionally Shegoi / LarreaRx has been effective with conditions such as:
              - Cold Sores (Herpes)         - Psoriasis
              - Shingles                          - Eczema
              - Chickenpox                     - Allergies/Asthma
              - Epstein-Barr                    - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
              - Bell's Palsey                     - Other herpes sores and lesions

Modern science has confirmed the life enhancing properties of Larrea, which many Native Americans used as a daily tonic. The plant has a tremendous abundance of unique and unsurpassed antioxidant nutrients which unsurpassed antioxidant nutrients which are lacking in modern diets. Antioxidants have been positively linked with increased life span as well as enhanced health. With the Larrea plant living in one of the harshest climates on the planet, it knows something about longevity and health. The unique combination of active ingredients found in the Shegoi TM product line, makes it perfect for daily consumption. The plant derived antioxidants accentuate the body's natural defenses with helps to build a healthy nervous system and assists in preserving optimal immune functions. Other Uses: Cold Sores Herpes Simplex I & II Eczema Psoriasis Shingles Epstein Barr Fibromyalgia Multiple Sclerosis Mononucleosis Lymes Disease Lupus Fungus Allergies Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammation HIV Aids Diabetes Find out for yourself the incredible healing properties of Shegoi.   Shegoi comes as a Dietary Supplement Herbal Capsules, Penetrating Spray and Healing Lotion.

To Order and for Product Information Call us at: 727-842-6788 for information and get your LarreaRx / Shegoi. You'll be glad you did! As Shegoi helps change your Life.

We love hearing health returning stories of what people experience from Shegoi / Larrea. These truly are interesting times we live in.  We thought we would show you some testimonials regarding Shegoi that Jan wrote up about her and a friend of ours. It really helped Jan's lungs . Yon can also a download several free books on Larrea (Shegoi) as .pdf files to read or print out (see links below).

Love to Talk to you soon... Blessings ~ Keth & Jan,  Shegoi Distributors for many years,
House of Grace : Healing Mission,   727-842-6788

Our Personal Testimonials

"I am 50 years old and developed Asthma seven years ago. I've also suffered with allergies to pollens and dust for many years. My partner and I live in Florida. Every night we take our dog for a mile long walk, and during the peak allergy season, I would often start coughing and wheezing before I could make it home. I noticed after being on the Shegoi capsules twice a day for several weeks that I wasn't having any more problems on our walks. (This was during the time that my next door neighbor told me she would not come outside because her allergies were so bad.) For a long time I have been a "shallow breather". I have noticed that I am breathing much more deeply now and my posture is better. Also, my mind seems more clear. People have noticed a huge change in me. I am more present and more confident in myself. Also, I've been using the lotion on my nose to help with some sun damage. My face glows and people think I am in my early 30's. I have always looked younger than my age, but the Shegoi has taken off another 5 or 10 years." Jan Carter, Astrologer / Healer

"Gary is in our down line. He is a fireman and paramedic. He was in a car accident on January 11, 2004. He refused treatment at the scene, as he was running on adrenaline helping the other victims. The next morning he woke up in severe pain and couldn't move his neck. He later discovered that he had two broken ribs and had ulcerated the 5th, 6th and 7th vertebrae. He developed severe back, neck and shoulder pain with numbness down one arm. My partner and I knew his girlfriend and shared about Shegoi with her and she purchased a bottle of spray. This was in April. That night after getting the product, she took it over to Gary's. Two to three minutes after applying the spray, his shoulder and neck pain were gone, and that night was the first time that he was able to sleep through the night since the accident. This first application lasted for 3 days. After the third day, he used the spray again. He now has his massage therapist apply the lotion during his massage and then applies the spray afterwards and finds this very beneficial."

Native American tribes with Documented Medical uses of Larrea:

Arizona - Papago, Pima, Yavapai, Hualapai
California - Coahuilla, Diegueno, Kawaiisu, Mahuna
Nevada - Paiute, Shoshoni
New Mexico - Isleta
Native Americans used Larrea for: CHICKENPOX
Paiute - Infusion of leaves used as a wash for chickenpox.

COLD MEDICINE

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used for colds.
Hualapai - Infusion of leaves taken or leaves steamed for colds.
Paiute Decoction or infusion of leaves taken as a cold medicine.
Pima - Decoction of plant resin taken for colds.
Shoshoni - Decoction of leaves taken for colds.
Yavapai - Decoction of leaves and stems taken for sore throat.

SKIN DISORDERS

Cahuilla - Crushed leaf powder applied to sores and wounds.
Cahuilla - Decoction or poultice of leaves used on open wounds.
Isleta - Leaves used in shoes to absorb moisture.
Mahuna - Infusion of plant used for dandruff.
Paiute - Compound decoction of leaves with badger oil used as a salve for burns.
Paiute - Dried, powdered leaves sprinkled on sores.
Papago - Plant used for poisonous bites and sores. Papago - Dried, powdered leaf rubbed on infant's navel to promote healing. Papago - Poultice of chewed leaves placed on insect bites, spider bites, scorpion bites, snakebites and sores. Papago - Poultice of dried, powdered leaves applied to infant's navel.
Pima - Infusion of plant used as wash for impetigo sores or dandruff.
Pima - Poultice of leaves applied to scratches, wounds, sores and bruises.
Yavapai - Decoction of leaves and stems used as a wash for cuts and sores.
Yavapai - Dried, pulverized leaves used for sores.

ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATISM and PAINFUL JOINTS EXTERNAL

Cahuilla - Plant made into liniment used by elderly people for swollen limbs caused by poor blood circulation.
Diegueno - Decoction of leaves used as a bath for rheumatism, painful arthritis, aching bones and sprains Kawaiisu - Decoction of leaves used as a wash for sore and aching parts of the body. Kawaiisu - Poultice of heated leaves applied to aching limbs.
Isleta - Decoction of leaves used as a body bath for rheumatism.
Paiute - Infusion of leaves used as a wash for rheumatism.
Papago - Plant used for stiff limbs. Papago - Green branches laid on ashes, aching feet and stiff limbs held in smoke. Papago - Smoke from smoldering green branches used for sore feet.
Papago - Poultice of heated branches applied for rheumatism.
Papago - Poultice of heated branches applied to joints.
Pima - Infusion of leaves taken for pain or used as bath and rub for rheumatic pains. Pima - Poultice of heated branches and leaves applied for pain.
Pima - Infusion of leaves used as bath and rub or poultice applied to rheumatic pains.
Yavapai - Decoction of leaves and stems used as wash for rheumatism.

RHEUMATISM, PAIN, HEADACHE and FEVER INTERNAL

Paiute - Decoction of leaves taken for bowel cramps.
Pima - Decoction of leaves taken as an emetic for high fevers.
Pima - Decoction of twigs taken for gas pains or headaches caused by upset stomachs.
Pima - Infusion of plant taken for rheumatism.

DISINFECTANT/ANTISEPTIC

Hualapai - Infusion of leaves used as a disinfecting skin cleanser.
Isleta - Decoction of leaves used as a disinfectant.
Kawaiisu - Plant used for the antiseptic properties.
Mahuna - Infusion of plant used as a disinfectant and deodorizer. Cahuilla - Decoction or poultice of leaves used to draw out poisons and for infections.

ASTHMA, CONGESTION, CHEST INFECTIONS

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used for chest infections. Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used as a decongestant for clearing lungs. Cahuilla - Leaves boiled or heated and the steam inhaled for congestion.
Hualapai - Infusion of leaves taken or leaves steamed for congestion and asthma.

BOWEL PROBLEMS

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used for bowel complaints.
Coahuilla - Infusion of leaves taken for bowel complaints and consumption.
Mahuna - Plant used for stomach cramps from delayed menstruation.
Paiute - Decoction of leaves taken for bowel cramps.
Pima - Decoction of branches taken for gas caused by upset stomach or gas pains.
Pima - Plant gum chewed and swallowed as an antidysenteric and intestinal antipasmodic. Pima - Decoction of plant taken for stomachaches and cramps.
Pima - Plant gum chewed and swallowed as an intestinal antispasmodic.

ORAL RINSE, TOOTHACHE

Pima - Decoction of gum used as a gargle.
Pima - Infusion of plant held in the mouth for toothaches.

DIURETIC

Pima Drug - Infusion of leaves taken for dysuria (difficulty in passing urine).
Shoshoni - Decoction of leaves taken to "stimulate urination."

VENEREAL DISEASE

Paiute - Compound decoction of leaves taken for gonorrhea.
Shoshoni - Decoction of leaves taken for venereal disease.
Yavapai - Decoction of leaves and stems used as a wash for gonorrhea.
Yavapai - Whole leaves used on penis for gonorrhea.

EMETIC

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used, in heavy doses, to induce vomiting.
Papago - Decoction of leaves taken as an emetic.
Pima Drug - Decoction of leaves taken as an emetic. Pima - Decoction of leaves taken as an emetic for high fevers.

CANCER

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used for cancer.

GYNECOLOGICAL AID

Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves used for stomach cramps from delayed menstruation.
Papago - Branches used as bed for women with menstrual cramps or after childbirth.
Papago - Infusion of leaves used on breasts to start milk flow. Papago - Poultice of heated branches applied to facilitate childbirth.

TUBERCULOSIS

Coahuilla - Infusion of leaves taken for consumption and bowel complaints.
Pima - Decoction of gum taken for tuberculosis.

GENERAL MEDICAL USE

Pima - Plant used to cure everything.
Kawaiisu - Plant used for medicinal purposes. Pima - Smoke from plant used for weakness and laziness. Pima - Poultice of boiled leaves used for unspecified purpose.
Cahuilla - Infusion of stems and leaves mixed with honey and used as a general health tonic before breakfast.
Paiute - Plant used for many different illnesses and considered a "cure-all."

VETERINARY

Coahuilla - Plant given to horses for colds, distemper or runny nose.
Kawaiisu - Decoction of leaves used for collar sores on draft animals.

*Compiled from information obtained at: http://herb.umd.umich.edu/ A Database of Foods, Drugs, Dyes and Fibers of Native American Peoples, Derived from Plants, University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI. Native American Ethnobotony. An old stomping ground for Keth, he did the Ann Arbor Art Shows (one of the largest Art Shows there for 16 years.

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More information on the research, testing and safety of Larrea Tridentata.

Shegoi’s™ LarreaRx products contain a patented, highly purified extract of Larrea Tridentata (<pictured), not the crude, unprocessed "chaparral" herb that many other products contain. We employ patented technologies that involve processing of Larrea tridentata extracts with natural, non-toxic antioxidants, such as ascorbic acid (vitamin C), to reduce NDGA quinone and other oxidative compounds than might be present in some other Larrea tridentata extracts. As an additional precaution to further reduce the risk of metabolic conversion of NDGA to NDGA quinone during excretion in vivo, patented and proprietary formulations technologies specify adding additional antioxidant ingredients when formulating dietary supplements containing Larrea Tridentata extract.

In the case of Shegoi’s™ dietary supplement formulation, a five to one ratio of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)! to Larrea extract is used to prepare the finished products. This means that each capsule of dietary supplement contains 50 milligrams of proprietary Larrea extract and 250 milligrams of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). The use of ascorbic acid and/or other antioxidants to suppress the formation of quinone metabolites in vivo is well documented in pharmacology literature.

Formulations of Shegoi's™ patented Larrea extract were the subject of an independent scientific study conducted at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. This data shows that Larrea extract produced according to the patented processing methods is no more toxic to liver tissue than other generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food substances such as cinnamon oil and clove oil. Additionally, when the patented extract is formulated with a five-fold excess of ascorbic acid as is done in Shegoi’s ™ dietary supplement products, this mixture of Larrea extract and ascorbic acid in a 5:1 ratio is substantially safer than cinnamon oil or clove oil. The results from this independent study, using a very advanced hepatotoxicity model, clearly show that Larrea processed and formulated according to Shegoi's™ patented technology is extremely safe.

In Fall 2003, as part of an ongoing research and development program, Shegoi’s™ contracted an additional toxicology safety study through a third-party clinical research organization. This study, compliant with the principles of the Good Laboratory Practice Regulations of the United States Food and Drug Administration, was designed to include a detailed pathologic histology of the excretory system organs, the liver and the kidneys, in addition to addressing systemic toxicity. The study was commissioned through The American Institute for Biosocial and Medical Research, Inc. (Tacoma, WA), a leading consultant for natural and medicinal products research and conducted at Pharmaceutical Control and Development Laboratory Co. Ltd. This study further confirms the safety of Shegoi's™ oral dietary supplement formulation. The summary of the 32 page report concludes that "no adverse effects (toxic symptoms, illness, deaths, weight changes or toxic gross pathological changes) were noted during the 14 day examination period following a 2,000 milligram/kilogram dose of the (dietary supplement formulation containing proprietary Larrea extract and ascorbic acid in a 1:5 ratio in excipient base)." The 2,000 milligram/kilogram dose is "the highest dose which can be given to rats safely and this is the limit dose suggested in the international guidelines for acute toxicity testing". This excessive dose used for testing purposes is roughly the equivalent of a 150 pound man (68 kilograms) consuming over 270 capsules of dietary supplement (over 135 times the maximum recommended daily amount).

• Larrea Tridentata has been safely used as a plant medicine by for centuries by both Native Americans and folk medical practitioners. Larrea has seen an increasing re-surgence in use by naturopathic physicians and practitioners of complementary medicine for treating a wide variety of inflammatory and infectious disorders.

• Larrea Tridentata is an official homeopathic drug in the United States and Europe and has a decades-long history of safe use as such. Homeopathic Larrea preparations are commonly formulated at a similar concentration to that present in the oral dietary supplement product.

• In the July 2001 issue of the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, an article ! entitled " The safety of low-dose Larrea tridentata (DC) Coville (creosote bush or chaparral): a retrospective clinical study ", attests to the safety of reasonable oral doses of Larrea as an herbal remedy.

As an additional measure of safety and to comply with the recommendations of the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) regarding ingested products containing Larrea tridentata , Shegoi™ has voluntarily included the following precautionary wording which is prominently displayed on the label of oral dietary supplements containing Larrea tridentata extract, "Seek advice from a health care practitioner before use if you have had or may have had liver disease. Discontinue use if any unusual symptoms such as nausea, fever, fatigue, abdominal pain or jaundice (e.g. dark urine, yellow discoloration of the eyes or skin) should occur". The officers of Shegoi™ feel that inclusion of this precautionary wording on the product label, while possibly diminishing sales of dietary supplement products, is a very reasonable measure that, combined with all the other safety measures undertaken, makes for a very safe product line.

Discussion of current FDA status:

There is still a prevalent misconception remaining from a decade ago that the FDA had banned chaparral, a crude, unprocessed form of Larrea tridentata herb. The facts are that products containing this herb are not banned and never have been banned by the FDA. This misconception most probably arose in the mid-1990s when a voluntary moratorium on sales of oral products containing chaparral was communicated by both the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) and the National Nutritional Foods Association (NNFA) during an investigative period. This was the result of a handful of cases of hepatitis, presumed to be linked with consumption of chaparral that had been reported to the FDA. To address the facts behind this issue, an independent investigation of the four cases of alleged chaparral-induced hepatotoxicity reported to the FDA were undertaken by a team of medical scientists.

This investigative panel was headed by Dr. Clark Watts M.D., J.D., of the law firm, Ford and Ferraro (Austin, TX), and included, Stephen Schenker, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Pharmacology and Chief, Department of Gasteroenterology and Nutrition, The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio; Atilla Ertan, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Associate Chief, Gastroenterology Division, Department of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston; and Boris Yoffe, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine and Molecular Virology, Hepatitis Research Laboratory, Baylor College of Medicine.

The investigative panel reviewed the medical records of each patient, which were supplied by the FDA. The review panel found that, "this review did not reveal evidence that Chaparral is inherently hepatotoxic". The final report issued from this investigation also noted that, "each patient had a medical history not incompatible with prior liver disease", and concluded that, "the disease in each patient was the result of an individual idiosyncratic reaction to the drug, possibly the result of an autoimmunologic reaction which, given the quantity of Chaparral ingested in this country, must be exceedingly rare". The report went on to suggest consumer advisory information for ingestible products containing Chaparral. This consumer advisory information appears on all units of oral dietary supplement products that we produce. Based on the results of this report, the American Herbal Products Association lifted their voluntary moratorium on the sale of chaparral-containing products.

The Shegoi dietary supplements encapsulate a pure, safe and consistent
extract of the Larrea plant and combine it with the antioxidant properties
of Vitamin C in a vegetable capsule. Usual dose 1 to 2 capsules daily.

Shegoi is the ideal way to protect your body from viruses. The capsules help build your immune
system whilst providing effective support for joint and skin health. In particular, Shegoi has been
proven to provide powerful protection against the many strains of herpes virus.

This is important since virtually every one of us (close to 100% of the human population) has at
least one, most likely more, herpes viruses damaging the tissues and organs of our bodies - right now.

The powerful anti-inflammatory properties make the spray useful for joint and muscle aches and
pains. Feel the effectiveness of the Larrea plant immediately against your skin.

The spray does contain alcohol so it is not recommended for open wounds or the genital area.

Shegoi has very powerful anti-inflammatory properties. A chemical extracted from Shegoi,
called NDGA, is usually included in development tests of modern anti-inflammatory drugs
since it is the “gold standard” of performance. This one natural anti-inflammatory compound
from Shegoi is recognized as the world’s most powerful anti-inflammatory by which all others
are measured.

This anti-inflammatory power makes the Shegoi range of products effective against a number
of skin conditions and joint aches and pains.

The healing power of the Larrea plant can be applied directly to the skin.
The healing lotion is ideal for herpes related sores or lesions and can applied
as soon as you feel a breakout beginning. The lotion will reduce the pain
associated with cold sores and assist with healing

The powerful anti-inflammatory properties in the Larrea plant also make the lotion effective against
skin conditions including insect bites & stings; psoriasis; eczema and allergies. The new Shegoi lotion
smells great, penetrates quickly with no greasy feel and contains natural clove oil. The clove oil works
together with Shegoi to quickly silence topical pain or itching.

The Personal Use Pack contains two bottles
of Shegoi Capsules, one Healing Lotion and
one Penetrating Spray.

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