The patented freeze dry process allows Desert Harvest to retain the maximum nutrients right after harvesting, while removing 100 percent of the water, insoluble fiber and the caustic latex chemicals called anthraquinones known to be irritating to the urinary and digestive tract. Unlike most aloe vera supplements and skincare, Desert Harvest retains the 75 vitamins, minerals, amino acids and polysaccharides to offer the highest quality and most effective products at affordable prices. Desert Harvest Super-Strength Aloe Vera contains acemannan, a polysaccharide chain of mannose molecules, and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) which adhere to the bladder mucosal lining to coat and protect it from irritants.
Research Supports Use of Desert Harvest Aloe with IC/PBS Patients
In 1995, Desert Harvest conducted a Phase I double-blind,
placebo-controlled clinical trial for the
Super-Strength Aloe Vera Capsules which showed an 87.5% marked reduction in IC/PBS
symptoms using 3600 mg (6 capsules) per day. In 2016 a survey of 20,000
Super-Strength Aloe Vera capsule users with IC/PBS helped collect additional
data about dosage, effectiveness for varied IC symptoms, ramp up time to
relief, as well as how to moderate dosage to best suit personal needs.
- 92% of patients self-reported that they ‘experienced relief’ with concentrated oral aloe vera.
- 67% of patients reported being able to reduce their medication levels
- 63% of patients reported substantial (moderate or significant) improvement in urgency and frequency of urination
- 69% of patients reported substantial improvement in pelvic pain
- 68% of patients reported substantial improvement in urethral burning
Super-Strength Aloe Vera works by coating the bladder to
protect it from irritants. This can take anywhere from 2 weeks to 3 months at
the recommended dosage of 3600 mg per day.
By taking 3 capsules in the a.m. and 3 capsules in the p.m. those surveyed
reported the following:
- 30% of patients saw benefits within the first two weeks
- 56% of patients saw their improvement within the first month.
- 25% of patients saw improvement between 1 and 3 months.
- 18% did not respond within the first three months; of those, 12% eventually saw benefit from continuing the course of treatment.
Desert Harvest Nutrition Products for Interstitial Cystitis Patients
Because those with IC/PBS are also challenged with diet
restrictions, Desert Harvest formulates nutritional supplements and all-natural
skin care that are IC/PBS friendly, gluten free, preservative free, starch
free, non-GMO, and free of allergens. Some notable Desert Harvest
supplements that are IC friendly.- Desert Harvest Calcium Glycerophosphate, found in Prelief, has been proven to remove up to 95% of acid in foods. Take one capsule prior to eating foods that can cause irritation or are known triggers.
- Desert Harvest Probiotic, bifidobacterium infantis, helps fortify the digestive system and defends against imbalance that can contribute to gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. One capsule per day can help with gastrointestinal conditions including IBS, ulcerative colitis (UC), leaky gut, constipation, chronic inflammation and bowel movement irregularity.
- Desert Harvest Multi-Vitamin is a low acid supplement supplies a day’s recommended vitamins and minerals but is specifically formulated to be IC friendly. Some notable exceptions include:
- No B6 which many with IC are especially sensitive to
- B9 from L-Methylfolate which is easy to digest, unlike folic acid
- B12 from Methylcobalamin found in animal based foods and is naturally occurring rather than Cyanocobalamin, commonly used and chemically synthesized
- Calcium Glycerophosphate that removes up to 95% of the acid in foods / drinks
- Magnesium Oxide which supports calcium absorption, helps with chronic constipation and IBS
- Buffered Vitamin C with 40 mg of calcium ascorbate for sensitivity
Desert Harvest Products Can Ease Irritation "Down There"
Desert Harvest all-natural skincare also incorporates
super-strength aloe in the highest concentration to take advantage of the
anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, antibacterial, antiseptic and anaesthetic
properties that make aloe a great topical for varied skin irritations. All
skincare is paraben-free, petrochemical-free and has no artificial fragrance or
preservatives.
Aloe Gele is made with 100% organic aloe vera, helps improve
skin’s natural firmness and moisture. Ideal for burns, sunburn, acne, rosacea,
eczema, psoriasis, vulvodynia, lichen sclerosus, Sjogren’s and as a soothing
coating for the vulva and labia after multiple bathroom trips and wiping.
Aloe Glide® is a pH balanced personal lubricant made with
100% aloe vera with added all-natural ingredients to make is slippery and extra
gentle for sensitive tissue. Recommended by healthcare practitioners for
intimacy, vaginal dryness, menopause discomfort, physical therapy and
vulvodynia.
Releveum® with 4% lidocaine, aloe vera, calendula and botanicals, is a patented formula for intense skin repair. It helps relieve pain associated with radiation dermatitis, chemical and kitchen burns, severe sunburn, shingles, psoriasis, vulvodynia, Sjogren’s lichen sclerosus, hemorrhoids, nerve pain and neuropathy. Helps improve healing time of wounds while preventing scarring and discoloration of tissue.
Releveum® with 4% lidocaine, aloe vera, calendula and botanicals, is a patented formula for intense skin repair. It helps relieve pain associated with radiation dermatitis, chemical and kitchen burns, severe sunburn, shingles, psoriasis, vulvodynia, Sjogren’s lichen sclerosus, hemorrhoids, nerve pain and neuropathy. Helps improve healing time of wounds while preventing scarring and discoloration of tissue.
Desert Harvest Financial Assistance Programs
Desert Harvest works with organizations and healthcare
professionals to help educate and advocate for all those with IC/PBS worldwide.
By offering discounts for military, EMS, teachers, Medicare, Medicaid, SSI,
they help defray costs for those on limited incomes. Their Compassionate Assistance Program (CAP)
offers qualified individuals free or discounted Super-Strength Aloe Vera and
Reléveum® for up to one year at a time. In addition to every day discounts, Desert
Harvest’s semi-annual sales in July and December offer extra ways to save on
top of volume savings and offered discounts.
To receive an additional discount on the Desert Harvest products mentioned, enter ICDiet10 when you check out. In addition to your discount, Desert Harvest provides a referral fee to Confident Choices which helps support my work with interstitial cystitis patients all over the world!
To receive an additional discount on the Desert Harvest products mentioned, enter ICDiet10 when you check out. In addition to your discount, Desert Harvest provides a referral fee to Confident Choices which helps support my work with interstitial cystitis patients all over the world!
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