Description
Isatis comes from the cruciferous vegetable family, along with Brussels sprouts and Broccoli, which is why you get a hint of overcooked broccoli in the taste. It helps reduce swelling and improves blood flow, which is often needed in patients with Bartonella and Babesia because they both affect the blood. Babesia lives in red blood cells, and Bartonella likes to live in the lining of the blood vessels. Isatis helps reduce blood flow issues and swelling, making it an excellent aid in combating the effects of Bartonella and Babesia.
This product is an excellent agent to use for pulling out hidden microbes, in combination with other antimicrobial products. Remember to use B-extract (which contains isatis) in a balanced protocol that aids in detoxing and killing. Do not use this product alone.
Why We Love B-Extract, the secret weapon
After attending Lyme conferences over the past four years, it’s been made clear to me (Dr. Warren) that out of all the Lyme co-infections, Bartonella eludes antibiotics the most. In our clinic, we often see new patients who have been on rounds of antibiotics for years, yet they’re still sick. Our most common finding is that the antibiotics couldn’t touch the Bartonella. We believe the antibiotics were unable to reach Bartonella because it hides inside cells. Once it gets in, it creates another protective shield in a vacuole.
This is one of the biggest reasons why we love isatis. It draws out hidden microbes and makes the Bartonella vulnerable to other antimicrobials that work as killing agents.
Although others have claimed isatis has strong antimicrobial properties, we haven’t found that to be true and have had better success using this as a pulling agent. We love using it in combination with other antimicrobials. We do not recommend using this alone.
Herbalist Stephen Buhner notes that isatis is best used in an alcohol-based extract, and we’ve found this to be true. In trying a few tableted/powdered versions, we have had much better results with the alcohol extracts.
References
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Zhuo Lou, Li-Fang Liu et. Al. Epigoitrin, an Alkaloid from Isatis indigotica, Reduces H1N1 Infection in Stress-Induced Susceptible Model in vivo and in vitro. Front. Pharmacol. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2019.00078 Published February 7, 2019. Accessed January 13, 2022.
- Xu YM, Lu PC. Experimental studies on immunostimulatory effects of the Isatis indigotica polysaccharide. Zhong xi yi jie he za zhi = Chinese Journal of Modern Developments in Traditional Medicine. Published June 1991; 11(6):357-9, 325-6. PMID: 1889106.
- Yu-Ling Ho, Yuan-Shiun Chang. Studies on the antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic effects of Isatis indigotica root. Phytomedicine. Published September 5, 2002; 419-424.
Warnings
Always be sure to speak with your healthcare provider before starting any new nutritional supplement when pregnant or nursing. For children, we recommend speaking with your child's pediatrician regarding proper dosing. Store away from children.
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