One of the many things Edgar Cayce recognized in his health readings was the importance of maintaining balance within the body’s internal fluid environment, including its acid-alkaline relationships.
Remarkably, he was discussing these ideas more than one hundred years ago in his health readings.
I continue to admire how he recognized simple home remedies and everyday items that, when used correctly, could help support many of these ideas and suggestions.
One example of this approach is the mouthwash Glyco-Thymoline.
A simple, grounded guideline for using Glyco-Thymoline
This approach reflects how Edgar Cayce commonly used Glyco-Thymoline in his readings, not as a long-term dependency, but as a short-term support to help the body restore balance.
How to use it
Begin with a small amount:
5 drops in about ½ cup of water
Once daily, often in the evening
After about a week, you may gradually increase:
6 drops → 7 drops → up to about 10 drops
Increase slowly, paying attention to how your system responds
Stay within a modest range. More is not better. The goal is a gentle influence, not a strong reaction.
How long to use it
Think in terms of phases rather than a fixed rule.
Short-term reset (2–4 weeks)
Use daily for a few weeks when the system seems irritated or out of balance
Step back and observe
After that period, begin to reduce:
Every other day.
Then a few times per week.
Maintenance / as-needed
Over time, it becomes something you use occasionally or when needed.
This is not meant to be a daily routine forever.
When it may be useful to do a short protocol
Consider using it for a few weeks when you notice signs that the system is not moving or clearing well, such as:
- Digestive sluggishness or irregularity.
- A sense of fullness or internal heaviness.
- Coated tongue or persistent bad taste.
- Increased mucus or sinus congestion.
- Skin irritations that seem tied to an internal imbalance.
- A general sense that the body feels irritated or is not settling.
In simple terms, when the system feels backed up, irritated, or not clearing efficiently, a short reset may be helpful.
What you’re watching for
As you use it, look for signs that the body is reorganizing:
- Digestion becomes easier and more predictable.
- Less internal heaviness or irritation.
- A clearer sense of rhythm in the body.
When those improve, it is time to back off and let the system carry that balance on its own.
A practical perspective
This is not about forcing the body to become alkaline.
It is about supporting the body when it is struggling to clear and regulate itself, then stepping out of the way.
If something is needed every day indefinitely, it usually means there is a deeper pattern that still needs attention.
A simple way to say it
Use it for a few weeks to help the system reset.
Then reduce and let the body show you what it can maintain.
Return to it when needed, not out of habit.
What Cayce actually said about Glyco-Thymoline:
The strongest direct source is the research compilation from the Edgar Cayce Foundation, which analyzed 193 Cayce readings involving Glyco-Thymoline.
Here are the key takeaways:
- Cayce repeatedly described Glyco-Thymoline as
“an intestinal antiseptic of an alkaline nature”
- It was often prescribed in small drops taken in water
- The intended effect was to:
- “Purify the alimentary canal.”
- “Create an alkaline reaction through the lower portions.”
He also frequently paired this with dietary advice:
- Eat more alkaline-forming foods (fruits, vegetables)
- Reduce “acid-forming” foods
So in Cayce’s framework:
Glyco-Thymoline was not the whole treatment, but one tool used to shift the body away from excess acidity toward balance.
https://edgarcayce.org/resources/holistic-health-database/therapies/glyco-thymoline/
Why is acid alkaline balance in the human body important?
Acid-alkaline balance, also known as pH balance, is crucial for maintaining optimal health in the human body. Here's why it's important:
1. Homeostasis: The body works best when it maintains a stable internal environment, a process known as homeostasis. The acid-alkaline balance is one aspect of this delicate equilibrium. The body carefully regulates pH levels in various fluids and tissues to ensure proper function of enzymes, proteins, and other molecules essential for biological processes.
2. Cellular Function: Many cellular processes, including enzyme activity, protein synthesis, and nutrient transport, are pH-dependent. Even slight deviations from the optimal pH range can disrupt these processes, leading to cellular dysfunction and potentially causing health problems.
3. Bone Health: Imbalances in pH levels can affect bone health. When the body becomes too acidic, it may leach calcium from the bones to help neutralize the acidity, potentially leading to osteoporosis or other bone disorders over time.
4. Immune Function: The immune system functions optimally within a specific pH range. Maintaining the acid-alkaline balance supports the immune system's ability to identify and eliminate pathogens efficiently.
5. Digestive Health: Proper pH balance is essential for digestive health. The stomach, for example, needs to maintain an acidic environment to facilitate the breakdown of food and kill harmful bacteria. Meanwhile, the intestines require a more alkaline environment for nutrient absorption. Imbalances in pH can disrupt these processes and lead to digestive issues.
6. Energy Production: Cellular respiration, the process by which cells generate energy, relies on a balanced pH environment. Disruptions to pH levels can impair this process, leading to decreased energy production and overall fatigue.
7. Overall Health and Well-being: Maintaining an appropriate acid-alkaline balance is associated with overall health and well-being. It can help prevent chronic diseases, support proper organ function, and promote vitality and longevity.
To maintain the acid-alkaline balance, it's essential to consume a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and other alkaline-forming foods, while moderating intake of acid-forming foods such as processed meats, refined sugars, and caffeine. Additionally, staying hydrated and managing stress levels can also contribute to a healthy pH balance in the body.
The therapeutic importance of pH balance:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7544731//
Who Was Edgar Cayce?:
https://www.edgarcayce.org/edgar-cayce/his-life/
His work:
https://www.edgarcayce.org/edgar-cayce/his-work//
Edgar Cayce, Glyco-Thymoline, and his emphasis on the benefits of maintaining acid-alkaline balance within the human body.
This approach may be helpful for several concerns, including acid/alkaline balance and inflammation. *See below.*
The primary benefit—as given in approximately 76% of the readings referencing the product—is as an internal cleanser to help bring an over-acidified body back into proper pH balance.
According to a long-time A.R.E. health practitioner, its magic comes from Cayce’s knowledge that the body's pH balance is crucial to good health and that Glyco-Thymoline is the next best thing, besides diet, to keep the correct balance.
For this application, Cayce recommended adding 2 drops of Glyco-Thymoline to half a glass of water and drinking it before going to bed at night. Depending on the degree of over-acidity to be corrected, Cayce recommended increasing the dosage to as many as 15 drops or until the distinct odor of Glyco-Thymoline is detected in the stool.
https://www.edgarcayce.org/the-readings/health-and-wellness/holistic-health-database/therapies-glyco-thymoline/
Information:
https://www.edgarcayce.org/search-results/?searchTerm=Glyco-Thymoline
Glyco-Thymoline for eyesight:
https://cayce.com/health-information/edgar-cayce-readings-help-with-blindness/
Information on Edgar Cayce and his approach to health:
https://www.edgarcayce.org/the-readings/health-and-wellness/holistic-health-database/
Glyco Thymoline packageGlyco-Thymoline on Amazon:
2 oz glass eyedropper bottles on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1IQ58X?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Several years ago, I was invited to teach at The Edgar Cayce Center in Virginia Beach, VA.
I was thrilled to accept.
*Note: Experimentation with internally administered Glyco-Thymoline is not recommended except under the supervision of a qualified medical doctor. One may become over-alkalized.