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goBigtime · 04-16-2004, 12:56 AM

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/2318519.stm

Lemon juice 'could stop Aids'
The common lemon - a cure for the HIV virus?
Australian scientists have provoked controversy by suggesting lemon juice could act as a cheap and effective birth control and help stop the spread of the deadly Aids virus.

Reproductive scientist Roger Short, from the University of Melbourne, said laboratory tests have shown that lemon juice killed sperm and HIV, which often develops into Aids.

Lemon juice is very effective in immobilising human sperm and also very effective in killing HIV

Roger Short, scientist
Speaking on the Australian television programme Catalyst, Mr Short said lemons could be an alternative to costly HIV-drugs and traditional forms of contraceptives in developing countries.

According to Mr Short, lemons could be used as a contraceptive by soaking a piece of cotton wool in the juice and inserting it into the vagina before sex.

"We can show in the lab that lemon juice is very effective in immobilising human sperm and also very effective in killing HIV," he said.

Medieval roots

The practice of using lemon juice to prevent pregnancy was commonly used in medieval times, including by the legendary lothario Casanova, but has been forgotten by modern medicine.

Casanova used lemon juice as a contraceptive

"About 300 years ago, Mediterranean women used lemon juice as their main method of contraception," said Mr Short.

His findings have been challenged by other scientists, who warned of the potential of damaging side-effects.

"It's possible that he's [Mr Short] onto something but it clearly needs to be followed up in clinical trials in humans," said Andrew Grulich, from the Australian Society for HIV Medicine.

"The acidity is something that may well help inactivate and kill HIV, but we also need to be concerned that the level of acidity might also damage the vaginal lining and allow an entry point for HIV," said Mr Grulich.

Mr Short said he planned to carry out tests in the method in Thailand.

Julian Meldrum, international editor of Aidsmap, told BBC News Online that the principle behind the theory seemed like good science.

In fact, two similar substances were currently in tests.

However, he said: "There is not yet enough evidence that this will be safe and effective in practice.

"Before anyone goes around promoting this as an idea, we need proper, thoroughly carried out studies.

"We also need to examine whether it is safe to put what is quite a strong acid into contact with mucus membranes which are quite delicate."

KRL · 04-16-2004, 12:58 AM

Now you have me thirsty.

laura99 · 04-16-2004, 12:58 AM

That's interesting. A lemon juice douche. heh. Lemon fresh

Brat · 04-16-2004, 12:59 AM

I would need way more solid proof in order to trust that.

What will prevent HIV from spreading is condoms.

Manowar · 04-16-2004, 01:00 AM

so mix them both together and make lemon juice condoms, and never have to worry about aids again

hottoddy · 04-16-2004, 01:12 AM

After douching with pure lemon juice, fill your love tunnel up with this

That would probably feel as good.

The Alibi · 04-16-2004, 01:58 AM

Ever hear of the "lemon test"?

goBigtime · 04-16-2004, 02:13 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by The Alibi
Ever hear of the "lemon test"?

no... what's that?

bufferover · 04-16-2004, 02:17 AM

Lemon Juice ?? Huh but it said 'COULD' it's still not for sure i guess

Mr. Marks · 04-16-2004, 04:10 AM

An interesting read, thanks!

Sarah_Jayne · 04-16-2004, 04:42 AM

okay...let me pour lemon juice on your cock and then we will talk.

04-16-2004, 12:56 AM	#1
goBigtime Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 7,761	This will help prevent HIV from spreading.... http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/2318519.stm Lemon juice 'could stop Aids' The common lemon - a cure for the HIV virus? Australian scientists have provoked controversy by suggesting lemon juice could act as a cheap and effective birth control and help stop the spread of the deadly Aids virus. Reproductive scientist Roger Short, from the University of Melbourne, said laboratory tests have shown that lemon juice killed sperm and HIV, which often develops into Aids. Lemon juice is very effective in immobilising human sperm and also very effective in killing HIV Roger Short, scientist Speaking on the Australian television programme Catalyst, Mr Short said lemons could be an alternative to costly HIV-drugs and traditional forms of contraceptives in developing countries. According to Mr Short, lemons could be used as a contraceptive by soaking a piece of cotton wool in the juice and inserting it into the vagina before sex. "We can show in the lab that lemon juice is very effective in immobilising human sperm and also very effective in killing HIV," he said. Medieval roots The practice of using lemon juice to prevent pregnancy was commonly used in medieval times, including by the legendary lothario Casanova, but has been forgotten by modern medicine. Casanova used lemon juice as a contraceptive "About 300 years ago, Mediterranean women used lemon juice as their main method of contraception," said Mr Short. His findings have been challenged by other scientists, who warned of the potential of damaging side-effects. "It's possible that he's [Mr Short] onto something but it clearly needs to be followed up in clinical trials in humans," said Andrew Grulich, from the Australian Society for HIV Medicine. "The acidity is something that may well help inactivate and kill HIV, but we also need to be concerned that the level of acidity might also damage the vaginal lining and allow an entry point for HIV," said Mr Grulich. Mr Short said he planned to carry out tests in the method in Thailand. Julian Meldrum, international editor of Aidsmap, told BBC News Online that the principle behind the theory seemed like good science. In fact, two similar substances were currently in tests. However, he said: "There is not yet enough evidence that this will be safe and effective in practice. "Before anyone goes around promoting this as an idea, we need proper, thoroughly carried out studies. "We also need to examine whether it is safe to put what is quite a strong acid into contact with mucus membranes which are quite delicate."

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laura99 Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: indianapolis Posts: 877	That's interesting. A lemon juice douche. heh. Lemon fresh __________________

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04-16-2004, 12:59 AM	#4
Brat Got MIDs? Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Montreal Posts: 1,545	I would need way more solid proof in order to trust that. What will prevent HIV from spreading is condoms.

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Manowar jellyfish Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 71,528	so mix them both together and make lemon juice condoms, and never have to worry about aids again

04-16-2004, 02:17 AM	#9
bufferover Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 25,203	Lemon Juice ?? Huh but it said 'COULD' it's still not for sure i guess

04-16-2004, 04:10 AM	#10
Mr. Marks Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Wherever I want Posts: 7,517	An interesting read, thanks!

04-16-2004, 04:42 AM	#11
Sarah_Jayne Now with more Jayne Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 40,077	okay...let me pour lemon juice on your cock and then we will talk.