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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
BOSWELLIA AND SARSPARILLA
CASTOR OIL
CHRYSANTHEMUM TEA
JUICING
MANUKA HONEY
NORTH POLE MAGNETS
REMEDIES NEEDED
TURMERIC




Inflammation Cures

Updated: 12/17/2011

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"Inflammation (Latin, inflammatio, to set on fire) is the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. It is a protective attempt by the organism to remove the injurious stimuli as well as initiate the healing process for the tissue. Inflammation is not a synonym for infection. Even in cases where inflammation is caused by infection it is incorrect to use the terms as synonyms: infection is caused by an exogenous pathogen, while inflammation is the response of the organism to the pathogen.

In the absence of inflammation, wounds and infections would never heal and progressive destruction of the tissue would compromise the survival of the organism. However, inflammation which runs unchecked can also lead to a host of diseases, such as hay fever, atherosclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. It is for this reason that inflammation is normally tightly regulated by the body.

Inflammation can be classified as either acute or chronic. Acute inflammation is the initial response of the body to harmful stimuli and is achieved by the increased movement of plasma and leukocytes from the blood into the injured tissues. A cascade of biochemical events propagates and matures the inflammatory response, involving the local vascular system, the immune system, and various cells within the injured tissue. Prolonged inflammation, known as chronic inflammation, leads to a progressive shift in the type of cells which are present at the site of inflammation and is characterised by simultaneous destruction and healing of the tissue from the inflammatory process." (Wikipedia)

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BOSWELLIA AND SARSPARILLA

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[YEA]  10/03/2008: Megan from USA, Illinois writes: "I have been taking boswellia and sarsparilla which are herbs for almost a year for inflammation. It has been very helpful which is why I feel compelled to share this with you. I suffer from inflammation and fibromyalgia like symptoms although I have never been diagnosed. I use Boswellia seretta (must contain boswellic resins) which is also known as Frankincense. I bought my own in bulk from mountain rose herbs and cap them myself because I take so much. I take 2 capsules a day about 3 times a day."

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CASTOR OIL

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[YEA]  06/25/2007: K.C. from Portland, Oregon writes: "I have had gut problems for years. (I have an extra-long colon, like twice normal length.) General inflammation, sometimes burning an inch or two below my sternum ( a good remedy for that is pancreatic enzymes), a pointed ache in the gall bladder area (just below right ribs) whenever I ate anything with fat, and a pain in the left lower corner of the abdomen aftter eating. I did an all night castor oil pack and all of these symptoms have disappeared and have not come back."

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10/07/2011: Cmkalm from Houston, Tx replies: "What is a castor oil "pack"?"

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CHRYSANTHEMUM TEA

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[YEA]  10/11/2011: Van from Sunnyvale, Ca, Usa writes: "This simple yet delicious tea has been a life saver many times. One time I had a bad case of chemical poisioning and I had sores and welts all over my eyes, face and mouth. It happened so quick I freaked out and reached for some chrysanthemum tea. Within minutes it all calmed down and I was normal again. Generally in Asia this tea is used to bring down heat and inflamation like canker sores. Hard to believe because it's so sweet. The kind I use is the powdered kind in packets. Just mix with water. You can also use the dried flowers but I have a problem with the dried pollen."

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JUICING

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[YEA]  01/15/2010: Nugo from Brentwood, Ny, Usa writes: "Vegetable juices great for inflammation!!

I've been suffering from inflammation all my life, there is no diet that make lose weight, I have noticed however that all grains: corn, chicken peas, all beans, rice, wheat, potatoes make me to gain from 4 to 6 pounds easily during the night!! My meal doesn't even weight that much! So I just don't eat them. But lately I started juicing and I have noticed big changes in my body. Hands, arms, knees, ankles are now a lot better. I can feel my bones now.

I drink a big glass of vegetable and fruit juice in the morning as a breakfast and that's all. My diet is the same so it has to be the juicing! I don't have a recipe I just put on the blender what I have in my refrigerator that day (carrots, apple, pears, strawberries, banana, any fruit and cucumber, celery, spinach and any other leaves I got. I would say I'm impressed."

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01/17/2010: Moi from V Ville, Ca replies: "Nugo, are you still eating beans, wheat etc.? Just wondering if you are losing weight while eating the above and juicing.
Thanks"

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MANUKA HONEY

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[YEA]  06/10/2011: Lu from Brisbane, Australia writes: "I have been getting very good results taking Manuka honey for gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining). I take it twice a day... Once before bed and again in the morning. Taking it with a piece of bread slows down absorption and keeps it in the stomach longer.

Lu"

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NORTH POLE MAGNETS

Ted from Bangkok, Thailand writes: "The use of north pole magnets (using a very powerful neodymium magnets) will help reduce inflammation. South pole increases inflammation, so please take note to apply the correct one. To identify the north pole is to get a compass. If the north pointing compass points to your magnet. It means this side is north. So mark the positions accordingly. The idea is well accepted in sports area, but are not well accepted in conventional medicine. Sports people need results and the faster they heal, the faster they can compete."

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10/26/2009: Matt from Millbrook, Ny replies: "What we call the South pole (in the Antarctic) is actually a physical North pole, the physical South pole then being in the Arctic. So the red needle that points north is actually South seeking, therefore we want the red needle to point AWAY from a magnet to find it's north pole. A simple way to remember it is that the "northern" end on our compass is actually a north pole magnet.

A simple and informative video demonstrating this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKpviTjRT0Q

I woke up today with a very sore, stiff neck from sleeping in an awkward position. As I am writing this, I have a strong north pole ceramic magnet on my neck, and my pain has become more tolerable after maybe ten minutes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Magnetic_Pole"
01/20/2011: Matt from Millbrook, Ny replies: "I just realized that I made a mistake awhile back here, regarding which side of a magnet is north. PLEASE IGNORE MY LAST POST! I would like to ask Earth Clinic to please remove it if possible.

There may be some confusion as to which side is north (as was in my case), but Ted correctly stated that the compass needle that points north should point to the north pole of the magnet being tested. There is a great amount of information available on bio-magnetics, and I'd like to try to supply as much factual information as possible. That's for another time, however, and for possibly a new page on this site.

I should also note that there are many magnetic water treatment devices available that cost anywhere from $20 to over $400. You can magnetize your own water using magnets for only a couple dollars :) , But I suggest doing plenty of research before you attempt this."

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REMEDIES NEEDED

11/16/2011: Udh from Chennai, India writes: "I am 20 years old and for the last 21/2 years I was suffering from abdominal pain around umbilicus, internal itching at a point close to umbilicus, itching in ear and it goes to anal region and urinary area. I had constipation and now it is alternating with frequent motions some time. I lost around 20kg in the last two years now it is stable but I couldn't gain weight too. My lower extremities are cold. I am getting headache and couldn't sleep properly. I have tried allopathy, homeopathy, ayurveda but I couldn't get any relief. Allopathy doctors couldn't understand the itching and telling me it is my thinking. I have undergone all tests from biochemical tests, x Ray, ultra sonogram, CT scan, gastroenteroscopy twice, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, biochemical markers for coeliac disease. All results are normal except for low Hb, medium sized ulcer in the first endoscopy with H. Pylori positive. After 2 months in second endoscopy no ulcer is detected but the biopsy report shows no H. Pylori this time but the final report says chronic inflammation of intestinal mucosahistopathology and the pathologist gives in d/d chronic viral infection. I am doing my third year engineering and life is hell with pain and itching

Udh from India"

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11/27/2011: Filiz from Fort Lauderdale, Florida replies: "Your symptoms may all be related to gluten sensitivity. I would suggest that you eliminate all gluten for 30 days and watch what happens. I would be really surprised if all your complaints did not disappear. You must do it radically though, just reducing gluten will not work. All the best."

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06/11/2011: Rebeka from Memphis, Tn writes: "Inflammation:

I am deeply grateful for all of the great advice on earthclinic. You really help all of us who do not have access to good health care and for those who do not trust traditional medicine.

I have three questions.
1-where can I get the chewable dessicated liver tabs?

2-where can I get hydrated magnesium chloride in crystal or powder form?

3-what do you recommend for numb feet and legs. It feels like I am walking on gravel all the time. Also my butt is numb. It feels like something is lodged in my rectal area or like a tight feeling or pressure in the butt. I am not constipated. I have been to the doctor for blood work and exam. He put me on meloxicam-15mg once a day.

Thanks for any advice you can offer.

All the best,
Rebeka"

EC: Hi Rebekah,

If you search "Dessicated Liver" or "Magnesium Chloride flakes" on either Amazon or Google shopping, you can see various brands that sell these products.

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12/17/2011: Rein from Gatineau, Qc Canada replies: "To Rebeka from Memphis, Tn:

"3-what do you recommend for numb feet and legs. It feels like I am walking on gravel all the time. Also my butt is numb."

What helped me was Yoga, lying down on my belly while reading or computer .. , stretch a lot, find sore spots on leg for accupuncture massage points = (tiger balm)neck stretching exercises lean back , walk a lot in sun and tread-mill, walk backwards slow carefully, in bed wiggle hips a lot e g 100 times up and down, sleep without pillow, are you shoulders drawn up u tense a lot -rotate 100 x, or until tired , relaxing after exausting movements comes automatically! (consider tantric therapy or similar to get ciculation going running) or sit ly on the side, don't sit for extended periods, yah sitting in squat position (gradually) is fantastic. Experiment and watch for body responses etc. et me know..."

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10/01/2010: Sylvia from Lecanto, Florida writes: "I have a problem I hope someone can help with. I have a swelling in my elbow from retaining fluid in the elbow due to an inflammation. Doctor drained it twice but it didn't cure the problem. Doctor does not advise draining it again. Am now wearing a pressure cuff on elbow and applying ice several times a day. This helps but still have the fluid pooling in the elbow. Love this website, found lots of answers here."

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10/02/2010: Bunny from Santa Ana, California replies: "Have you tried DMSO? I use 6 parts DMSO to 4 parts castor oil on sprains. It reduces swelling and inflammation very effectively. You can go as high as 7 parts DMSO, but it irritates my skin at that level."

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12/31/2009: Andres from Tucson, Az writes: "Chronic Inflammation

Ever since I was real young I've had many inflammatory-related issues. Allergy sensitivity tests would show a reaction to most foods/elements. Now that I'm 27 my symptoms have improved through a healthier diet, but some symptoms still linger such as constipation, fatigue, brain fog, hair loss, and general dryness.

I've been looking for posts on this site for recommendations but it's hard to pinpoint causes since my symptoms cross over spectrums of autoimmune, metabolic, and intestinal disorders. Some of the remedies on this site (acv, coconut oil, etc) have very little to no results. I've spent so much of my life treating symptoms individually, but ever since I learned of my predisposition to inflammation, I feel like I'm getting closer to treating the cause. The question is, how?

It would be much appreciated if someone more knowledgeable can point me in the right direction."

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01/01/2010: Ravi S from Dallas, Texas, United States replies: "Looks like your symptoms are similar to mine. I am a self diagnosed Celiac. Please try strict Gluten free diet. You could add flax seed powder and rice bran for fiber. Turmeric(bulk from Indian store) in your cooking would work wonders. Honey and Black strap molasses does marvels. I am a total vegetarian since birth, by the way."
01/01/2010: Bunny from Santa Ana, California replies: "You are describing the classic symptoms of hypothyroidism. Blood tests aren't very accurate-the conventional range for normal is too broad. Track down diractions for doing a basal body temp test. If it is low you need to take care of your thyroid. Chlorine and flouride both supress thyroid function, and you will need to look into taking iodine-at least 3-6 mg. a day(it's safe to about 40mg)-as well as other supporting supplements. If it is very bad, you may need to take Armour or Naturthroid. Try to avoid synthroid. You also need to start taking HCl with pepsin and a general digestive enzyme. Any health food store has them."

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TURMERIC

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[YEA]  08/30/2007: ann from duncan, sc writes: "I have been using Turmeric for my inflammation for 2 years now and swear by it. I have an autoimmune disease which causes a lot of inflammation. I take 1 tablespoon a day and it keeps my swelling way down.I am now goiter free and do not need thyroid removal surgery. If I go off of it the swelling picks back up and my goiter returns. I have taken it in capsule form or by mixing it with water and swallowing fast!"

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05/23/2011: Dixie Pearl from Tracy, California replies: "Hi Ann, did the turmeric on its own get the goiter to go away? thank you for posting."

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[YEA]  Rose from England writes: "I use turmeric, it works like magic for me - I have Crohn's disease, and finds it helps ease inflammation. All the anti-inflammatory pills that the doctor gave me only made me MUCH worse. Turmeric helps stop the 'loose stools'."

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