http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/boils.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/boils.rss Boils, especially those caused by the "MRSA virus" family of bacteria, have become an increasingly serious health concern. Discover home remedies that can help! Sat, 25 May 13 11:37:59 -0500 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_120968 /CURES/boils.rss1 Wed, 08 May 13 15:52:57 -0500 [YEA] Marsh from Denver, Co writes: "After removal of a hemorrhoid, an abcess developed next to the end of the suture. Dealed with the intense pain for 3 days (Doc\'s office said to take Tylenol & a cold compress until it went away or opened - 2-7 days. Nuts to be so miserable while playing the wait & see game). Tried tumeric mid-morning and by that evening, the abcess broke, immediate relief. Another just returned and after tumeric, it again went away just as fast. This time I\'m sipping the concoction throughout the day (it can cause heart palpitations and did bring mine back slightly) and taking a probiotic with high strain bacteria for lower intestine & colon in the AM, grapefruit seed extract in juice at noon and oil of oregano (ingestible only) in the evening to purge whatever bacteria I may have that\'s causing these PIAs - pain in the ___). Also starting 5 element acupuncture to assist in releasing stress that causes so many of these problems. Recipe: 1 teaspoon tumeric powder, 4 cups water, 1 cup vanilla almond/soy milk and black pepper for absorption. (The recommended ratio of tumeric to black pepper is 1:1 but I sprinkle in so it won\'t become too spicy) Amazing! Thank you Earth Clinic & Fans " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=CASTOROIL_120714 /CURES/boils.rss2 Fri, 03 May 13 16:10:32 -0500 [YEA] Hef from Toronto, Ontario, Canada writes: "My nephew has a boil/acne mix on top of his nose with blood and pus coming from it for a month and was not getting better. When I visited him, I recommended applying castor oil dipped cotton gauze and then putting on band aid on top of it overnight daily. On my next visit in a week his problem was healed completely. He was a very happy kid. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=MR_91878 /CURES/boils.rss3 Sat, 02 Feb 13 14:03:18 -0600 [YEA] Angsu from Lima, Peru writes: "After suffering from boils for about 8 months, and trying a huge number of combinations... My conclusion as follows: Staph is very adept at mutating to survive. Therefore one remedy you use, may prove useless in several months time. Changing body chemistry and hitting it where it cannot defend itself is the only way to destroy it completely. Therefore PH and Magensium really works (as Ted advises). Interior: - Lemon juice / Bicarb twice daily - Vitamin C as Magnesium Ascorbate (not Sodium Ascorbate) once daily 1000 - 2000mg is enough. Exterior (on the boils themselves): - Magnesium (i used as Mag chloride) powder, mixed with a little water (stings), on a cotton wool pad, taped to the boil. Also, to dry them out: - Bicarbonate of soda, mixed with Sange de Grado (Dragons blood) pure. For overnight, to reduce inflammation and draw out pus: - Coconut oil, mixed with fresh or powdered turmeric (as a paste), and fresh liquidised cilantro, coriander (to activate it) and some black pepper. MMS in solution mixed with DMSO does get rid of folliculitis in about 24 hours, but the issue is maintaining a body where the bacteria cannot grow. Therefore lots of water, lots of alkalysing and magnesium internally and externally. For external applications use tape to affix a cotton wool pad with the remedy, for daily and overnight applications. Overnight has great results!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=DETOX_91502 /CURES/boils.rss4 Thu, 24 Jan 13 08:14:50 -0600 [YEA] Jacob from Upper Marlboro, Md writes: "I have experienced boils for years and I realized for me... The reason I get boils is because of the toxicity levels in my blood, due to smoking and/or drinking. Tumeric is the best solution for boils but it doesn\'t cure it, if your immune system is unique, reducing those levels can reduce outbreaks significantly. I haven\'t had a boil or any signs of one since I started reducing toxins within myself. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=NIGHTSHADE_91226 /CURES/boils.rss5 Fri, 18 Jan 13 08:33:20 -0600 [YEA] Mississippi from Hernando, Mississippi writes: "My husband had boils for over a year-along with very severe psoriasis-we treated the boils with all of the remedies we read on this site with some relief-some of the remedies would help the boils open up and drain but he kept getting boils and some were very large and painful. While treating his psoriasis-we found a book by John Pegano called Healing Psoriasis-one of Pegano\'s recommendations was to stop eating nightshade vegetables-my husband stopped the nightshades hoping to help his psoriasis-which it did-but an added bonus-the boils healed completely-and right away-and he has not had any since stopping these vegetables. Also, his psoriasis dried up besides two patches on the insides of both legs near his ankles and we believe with a little more time on his new diet that he will be psoriasis free-he is boil free for over 6 months now. Nightshades include-potatoes-tomatoes-spicey peppers-tobacco. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=STAPH_90270 /CURES/boils.rss6 Thu, 27 Dec 12 16:35:27 -0600 Francesca from New York, Ny writes: "Have the inside of your nose tested for staph!!! I suffered from staph infections on my legs and butt for years in the form of boils and abscesses. I went to numerous doctors, western, acupuncturists, and naturopaths. I tried every recommendation I heard, I even only ate alkaline food, cut out sugar, wheat, meat, and dairy. Last month I saw a dermatologist and he asked if my nose had ever been tested. In none of my countless doctors visits and online forums did I hear/read anything about this. But he tested my nose, found staph, and then gave me bactroban cream to put in my nose every night before bed for two weeks. After the two weeks of putting the cream in my nose, I was retested and I no longer have staph!! I used to get abscesses when I didn\'t get enough sleep or was stressed out. I just completed my third, and most stressful, semester of graduate school and am fine! I cannot stress this enough, the dermatologist changed my life! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=HFCS_88888 /CURES/boils.rss7 Thu, 22 Nov 12 09:27:49 -0600 Andrea from Texas, Usa writes: "I have been getting boils for about two years and I read on earthclinic that it might be related to eating high fructose corn syrup(hfcs). I decided to eliminate all hfcs from my diet and I haven\'t gotten a boil in a long time. I would usually get a boil about once a month. I am so glad that I found this site and I just wanted to let other people know that it could be your diet that is causing your boils. I also had to eliminate artificial sweetener, honey, maple syrup, and pretty much anything that has a lot of sugar. I can still eat sweets without hfcs but I just have to limit them to a reasonable amount each day. I recommend eating fruit if you are craving something sweet because fruit never causes any boils to pop up. Also, be sure to check every label when you go grocery shopping because hfcs can be found in foods like soda, jam, bread, ketchup, bbq sauce, ice cream, candy bars, and cookies. I wish that I could have known this when I first started getting boils but at least there is a way to control them. I hope that my post helps someone out there. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=RAISINS_88097 /CURES/boils.rss8 Sun, 04 Nov 12 06:56:17 -0600 [YEA] M from Victoria, Bc, Canada writes: "FWIW, I had recurrent boils for much of my life, rarely being entirely free of them. When I was in my forties, someone told me about raisins. I tried them (eating perhaps a couple of tablespoons full in muesli/granola, since I dislike the taste of raisins by themselves), and that prevented further boils almost entirely. After my hysterectomy, the boils pretty much went away on their own, so there is apparently a hormonal component too. That is supported also by the fact that the boils were usually worse around the time of my period. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=GF_86837 /CURES/boils.rss9 Tue, 09 Oct 12 10:14:29 -0500 Bob from San Diego, Ca, Usa writes: "With staph being so dangerous, and wih so many posts talking about boils, there should be a summary at the top of the page about the infectiousness of the wounds and fluid, and how all household surfaces need to be cleaned--since the staph is probably in various places. Basically, all infection control measures should be used. Lots of hand washing! By the way, you said Wikipedia had a \"position\" on an additive. That is not in Wikipedia, and it does not take positions, all material is supplied by members of the public and there is no guarantee that the information is accurate. This is the Staph page URL I\'m referring to http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/boils.html " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=RN_86427 /CURES/boils.rss10 Mon, 01 Oct 12 10:17:09 -0500 Melissa from Jackson, Mississippi writes: "Hi, I have had a very painful medium sized boil right on my bikini line for about 3 days. I have tried the egg skin remedy, sliced potato remedy and have been taking antibiotics with no results. Today I soaked in a hot epsom salt bath and immediately I was able to see a small head form. About 30 minutes later I rubbed over the boil with a soft tissue and it opened and pour pus with an odor and dark brownish color for about 15 minutes then only drained blood. I have it covered with a gauze. Is the drainage I mentioned above normal? How would you suggest I get relief from the pain? and Would you suggest I see a doctor? This is my first time on this site and would appreciate any feedback I can get at this point. I have had about 2 boils lance and I am really trying not to have to take that route this time. Thanks " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=ASHWTAO_84621 /CURES/boils.rss11 Thu, 30 Aug 12 10:34:21 -0500 Laura from Rsm, Ca writes: "Hi, I used to get boils all the time:( under my arms and on my leg where the leg and but check meet. I\'m sure it all started with shaving and sweating. I excersised every day and then I would do chores around the house before showering. Not a good idea because the bacteria would sit on my skin for hours. It is IMPERATVE to use antibacterial soap in the shower everyday!!!!!!! It\'s spring water the blue body wash and it doesn\'t dry my skin:) also NEVER squeeze a boil , it forces some of the bacteria back in! As soon as you notice a boil use HOT compresses as many times a day as you can! Use clean white washcloths and run under really hot water and apply till it gets warm then use different edge of washcloth and repeat. Keep going....... Then apply triple antibiotic ointment. Repeat as many times a day as possible! Never reuse the same washcloth or towels. Till washed(preferably in bleach! ) Remember to just let the boil drain. Resist the urge to squeeze. It\'s not like a pimple. I The bacteria needs to drain. Try to shower as soon as possible after excersising or sweating and use antibacterial soap:)As soon as I made these changes I stopped getting boils!!! :) good luck Also if you get boils under your armpits, make sure until they are all gone, always wear a fresh clean shirt everyday. Change your razor frequently too. Shave around boils , never on, then get fresh razor. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_81393 /CURES/boils.rss12 Tue, 03 Jul 12 12:29:41 -0500 [YEA] Topdog from Naples, Florida writes: "I recently used a tumeric and aloe vera paste applied to MRSA boil under my armpit. Within a day, the boil decreased in size by 50%. After three days, the boil was gone. Be aware... Wrap the area well as tumeric will stain any garments you may wear! I\'ve also mixed a quarter teaspoon with an ounce of REAL maple syrup and 8 ounces of DISTILLED water. I believe that this nasty infection travels through your bloodstream so it won\'t hurt to try it. You\'ll notice a soothing feeling in your stomach and I actually felt calmness while sleeping. I hope this helps for you as it has helped me. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=RN_81338 /CURES/boils.rss13 Mon, 02 Jul 12 11:03:46 -0500 Cwash84 from Lilburn, Ga writes: "I have had recurrent boils since I had my surgery. I have never had a boil in my life. I dont know if I caught something at the hospital or just have a weak immune system but I can not get rid of them. They will go away and keep coming back on another part of my body. It stared in the lip lining of the vagina than to the buttock. I have soak in epsom salt, tea tree oil and tried Iodine. It works for that time but it keeps coming back. I just want it gone and never come back. Any suggestions... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=ALOE_79390 /CURES/boils.rss14 Mon, 28 May 12 09:49:58 -0500 [YEA] Grace from London, Uk writes: "Fresh aloe vera works for drying out many things, spots, cold sores and also boils. I have posted about it in the cold sores section too. Boils are nasty things and I do find linked to diet. A good probiotic helps to minimize them as does cutting out sugars and hard trans and saturated fats as I detail below. I am sorry so many of us suffer from these nasty things but I have managed to minimize them by being careful with my diet and when they do come up, acting fast with fresh aloe vera from the plant only. If a boil develops I do find taking turmeric helps to bring it to a head however once it is oozing you need something to dry it out as soon as possible. I do find to avoid boils avoid sugar, avoid eating hard fats (eggs, lots of red meat or porc, I keep cheese consumption down and try to mostly eat soft cheeses). I do find that despite the warning on this page that you want to pop the boil as soon as you can with a sterile needle or other implement and get all the gunk out. Until you have done this it just cannot heal properly. Once you have gotten all the yucky stuff out I find Fresh Aloe Vera straight from the plant is the most amazing thing for drying it up. The yellow ick should start to dry out and form a brown coloured scab which gets darker and drier by the day. If it is still very swollen and painful after a day it may be because not all the gunk has been extracted in which case lightly press on either side of the boil either with Q-tips or fingers wrapped in tissue paper and see whether more thick white stuff comes out, usually it does if the boil is very swollen. Keep taking the turmeric in water as suggested in other posts here. Once the thick white stuff is all out of the boil, the boil is usually gross and oozing with that see through pus so you want to dry it up as fast as possible, avoid wetting the sore or taking long showers and baths. Holding a tissue to it for about 30 mins to stop the flow of pus will help, then you start applying aloe vera like crazy! You should apply fresh aloe vera- the juicy part- straight from the plant every half an hour or so until the boil gradually turns into a scab and then keep on applying as often as you can. Only fresh aloe vera from the plant works, I have tried the bottle stuff and it just does not work the same. I always have an aloe vera plant in the house for these needs and have been known when travelling to bring parts of leaves with me in a ziplock bag! The best thing is to slice a small amount off the plant and keep it in the bathroom and just keep on applying the juicy liquid as often as you can. Eventually you\'ll need a fresh piece as the juicy part will dry out. I have found I can \'cure\' a boil in 3 days if I am lucky, with only a minor red mark at the end that is easy to cover with concealer. Usually on the 3rd or 4th day of applying the aloe vera the scab is so tight and dry it easily falls off or peels off, do NOT pull it off if it is still stuck on too tight or you will have a scar and the sore may not be healed properly underneath yet. If you are sure the boil is really dead and dried out and all scabbed up, another thing that helps the healing is to apply -only when you are 100% sure it is all dried up! Or else you will reactive it- some neosporin. This will help humidify the skin underneath so it heals nicely without leaving a big scar. Aloe vera, straight from mother nature, from the fresh plant is heaven sent and I thank beautiful nature and mother earth for giving us this wonderful miracle! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_79050 /CURES/boils.rss15 Mon, 21 May 12 17:22:15 -0500 [YEA] Mike from Glendale, Az writes: "Never believed in natural cures for anything, but after one night and 4 tumeric 450mg pills... the worst boil on my butt has decreased half its size, and pain is gone. Was just about to go to ER and get it lanced, when I woke up today I was amazed in the drastic change. I can credit nothing else, but tumeric, and this website for the info I found on it, Thanks to all who posted their stories..... -Mike " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=CBC_76264 /CURES/boils.rss16 Sun, 25 Mar 12 18:02:10 -0500 [YEA] Cs from Waco, Tx writes: "Try CALCIUM BENTONITE CLAY. I recently got a boil in my armpit. I had never had one and didn\'t know what it was. I assumed it was an ingrown hair so I continued to shave. That caused them to spread so that I had 4 boils under one arm and 5 under the other. I tried ichthammol with no help and a smell that literally gave me headaches and Prid didn\'t help either. I then tried turmeric internally and externally. There was some relief but after over a week I decided to do more research and found info about calcium bentonite clay. Be sure it is calcium and not sodium bentonite. I happened to have a clay exfoliating mask from Solay that was made of calcium bentonite clay, so I applied it to the boils and covered with band aids. Amazing results. Some of the \"newer\" bumps subsided altogether in just a day. Then, the others started bursting and healing basically each time I reapplied it. Solay is a product that also contains sea salt so I would imagine that helped as well. Also, be careful applying tape to the tender skin around the armpit... I have definitely damaged the area because of the number of bandage changes over the past couple of weeks. Try to make the tape less sticky before sticking it to this delicate skin. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=SHARK_75522 /CURES/boils.rss17 Sun, 11 Mar 12 07:38:32 -0500 [YEA] Robert Crawford from Honolulu, Hi writes: "Take a hot shower. Scrape the whitehead off, squeeze it (hurts I know), put a bandaid on it for a few minutes (or other absorbant material) and apply Shark oil. It dries the skin but also the soar(s). You will see a difference in 2-4 hours. Apply cider vinegar a few times a day. Shark oil before bed. Dont stop outbreaks but sure gets rid of the boils. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=SASS_73267 /CURES/boils.rss18 Wed, 08 Feb 12 22:38:04 -0600 Light Bulb from Ny writes: "Hello, I am a long time sufferer of boils, ingrown hair, and eczema. I have tried evrything u can think of to cure my ailments. Over the counter, scripts. U name it I have tried. I used to get boils mainly in the pubic area, and under my arms, and on my inner upper thighs, buttocks. Ugh. It was driving me crazy. First off what I did to try and cure it was stop taking the antibiotics. Now do not negate the fact that if you have a bad infection you need antibiotics to ward off the infections. What does the damage is the continuous intake of the drug because you build an immunity to it. Therefore it gets harder for you to the fight the infection off. It is crucial that you only use anti bacterial ointments or soaps on the place of infection. You lessen the depletion of the natural flora (good bacteria) that your body is supposed to have. Next stop shaving. It is better to cut down hair in the most sensitive areas of your body because they get the least exposure therefore are more prone to developing infections. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=BACON_73044 /CURES/boils.rss19 Sun, 05 Feb 12 15:00:09 -0600 [YEA] Da Mith from Brisbane, Qld, Australia writes: "Out of desperation tried a piece of bacon fat on my boil. Had trouble getting bandaid to hold because of location of boil. Did manage to have bacon in place for a couple of hours. Awoke next morning and boil had started to discharge small and scab began to form. Pain almost completely gone. Next day boil incredibily itchy. Put some betadine ointment on and this eased itching. Day 4 and boil is healing well. Still a little redness and swelling but definately... this boil has been defeated. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=OREGANOOIL_72412 /CURES/boils.rss20 Thu, 26 Jan 12 16:28:53 -0600 [YEA] Jesuslover from Minneapolis, Minnesota Usa writes: "Hi, I just wanted to say thank you for the individual testimonials and great information on this site! I contracted a staph infection shortly after surgery and also a bad cut on my finger, not sure exactly which was the cause. The infection resulted in a boil which my doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat. I was on the antibiotics for almost the full course of treatment, and while there was some improvement, it did not quickly cure or alleviate the uncomfortable condition. I started taking two capsules of oil of oregano a day, which I just happened to have in the cupboard since a friend gave them to me. The same day I began taking these my condition began to improve much more rapidly! I know it was because of the oil of oregano and I thank God for this "miracle herb". I have never really been one who put much stock in herbal remedies but I will definitely do more research in the future before only depending on presciption medications for every affliction. Thanks again for sharing this valuable information! God bless :) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_71091 /CURES/boils.rss21 Wed, 11 Jan 12 11:09:06 -0600 [YEA] Karyn from Charlotte, Nc writes: "I first noticed a 'pinch' on my butt on Friday. It was hard to look at the exact spot because it was kind of between the cheeks, but each day it became more and more sore. By Monday, it was a full-blown boil, the worst one I've ever had and having to sit on it all day at work was absolute agony. I came over to Earth Clinic for help, always my first source for home remedies. I should have started the turmeric much earlier; I bought a large bag of it last year when I had a small outbreak of boils. Monday night after work, I mixed a teaspoon of turmeric into warm water and drank it. That was rough; not the best method for me. Before bed, I took a second teaspoon mixed into about 1 tablespoon of virgin coconut oil (after reading fat is important for the turmeric to work best). I also spread a small amount of oil onto a bandage, sprinkled turmeric over the top of it, and slept with that on the boil. Tuesday morning, the bandage was soaked, so I knew the boil had begun to drain. It felt smaller (due to its location on my body, it is hard to look at it) but was still quite painful. I washed it thoroughly and started my Tuesday with a half teaspon of turmeric (the full teaspoon gave me brief heart palpitations) in coconut oil and headed to work. Before the day had ended, it began to drain again, this time with much blood. Home again, I took my turmeric/coconut oil and added black pepper after reading on EC that the pepper increased the bioavailability of turmeric. I took a dose at 5:30 and again at 8:30 before bed. Also, I again slept with a poultice of coconut oil and turmeric taped over the boil. Today is Wednesday; the drainage seems to be nearly complete and the pain is nearly gone! It's absolutely amazing; when I have had boils in the past, and have not used turmeric, it seems to take 10 or more days to fully get rid of them. I intend to continue with my 3x per day dosing until there is no pain or swelling there at all and then I think I'll just add a half teaspoon with black pepper and coconut oil to my morning routine for maintenance. Thank you Earth Clinic! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=ACTIVATED-CHARCOAL_69874 /CURES/boils.rss22 Sun, 25 Dec 11 22:12:50 -0600 [YEA] Phyllis from Norwood, Nc writes: "A paste made of charcoal powder and water will draw the fever out of a boil very quickly. Cover the boil with the paste and then with a damp, flat cotton pad covered in plastic to keep from drying out and wetting clothing. Can tape in place. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_69500 /CURES/boils.rss23 Mon, 19 Dec 11 22:44:16 -0600 [YEA] Dior from Gold Coast, Australia writes: "Tumeric is insane. I put 1tsp in 1/3 cup warm water and plain water after. Next morning nearly gone it was huge extremely red now looks nearly skin color and so pain no more. Its amazing will do again tonight and I think tomorrow gone, gone! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=ACV_68658 /CURES/boils.rss24 Thu, 08 Dec 11 01:22:07 -0600 [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] It's Rough from Sault Ste Marie, On writes: "I started using the ACV in September, and found it's only worked (and has done so fast) when I have applied it on a cotton ball and held it there tight with a bandaid (waterproof ones are bad, as they leave the glue on you for days after and are harder to get off). So for the first two months, I'd basically just swab them and it didn't work very well. Over November they had all but disappeared, with just a few new ones showing up on my inner thighs (problem area was the scrotum at first). But one thing, after doing this for awhile the non-affected skin has been, well, pickled it seems. It is brown around the area and looks unappealing. Has anyone encountered this and know of a cream or something to return the skin to normal? One more note: green tea. It heals your skin up nice and fast after; should have been downing 3 cups a day when I started this business. (But it's not really doing much for the darker spots of skin mentioned above). Good luck " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/boils.html&name=TURMERIC_66829 /CURES/boils.rss25 Sat, 12 Nov 11 16:11:57 -0600 [YEA] P.f. from Vancouver, Bc, Canada writes: "Dear Earthclinic, A big thank you for your existence and support for usage of natural remedies. As a healthcare worker I have been dealing with unpleasant boils (very likely, but hard to accept MRSA boils) on my body especially buttocks area for the last two months. Two days ago I began drinking turmeric mixed in warm water twice a day - morning and evening. What a difference it has made. The boils are dissapearing, and I must give all the credit to turmeric as I have not done any other dietary changes. Kind regards, P.F. "