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Posted By Abby (US) on 11/13/2025

I am new to the boron discussions, a 61 year old female, 110 lbs. and I have some questions. I am thyroid hypo, I have struggled with depression for many, many years, which I just found out with help of Earth Clinic, that Lexapo my depression medication contains fluoride. As well, I have high cholesterol, brain fog, memory issues (my mother had dementia), I have fatigue, back, hip, and shoulder pain. I often do notfeel well in my gut and I am wondering if the alternative sweeteners I have been using are giving me an unsettled stomach. I am somewhat scared of taking the boron, however I do want to give it a try. I understand the dosage, 1/8 tsp of boron with a liter of water 5 days on 2 days off, but what is the recommendation of time duration? Is there a danger of being on it too long? And does it make a difference to what kind of container the drinking solution is held in, plastic, metal, glass, as you drink it throughout the day? If I keep it in a thermos with a metal lining does that create a bad reaction with boron? My husband struggles with diabetes, is there any evidence that boron helps with diabetes? Can boron help with a boil? Can boron help with hemorrhoids? Any and all help is appreciated.

Replied by Art (California) on 11/14/2025

Hi Abby,

You've got a lot going on!

Starting with borax, not boron, I've been taking it for over 17 years and not had any problem that I could attribute directly to borax. I drink it from a plastic water bottle, but I know that is not the most healthy option and glass would be a better choice.

For hemorrhoids, melatonin gel has gotten positive feedback for fast pain reduction and a steady shrinkage. I explain how to make melatonin gel here :

https://www.earthclinic.com/supplements/melatonin-gel.html

The melatonin lotion and melatonin gel have shown benefit for back hip and shoulder pain as discussed here :

https://www.earthclinic.com/supplements/melatonin-lotion.html

For memory issues, this may interest you :

https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/art-solbrig-protocol-for-memory-loss.html

For the hypothyroid condition, start by making sure your vitamin D level (25 OH d level) is in the upper half of the reference range.

Many people have found some relief for diabetes using Berberine at 1500 mg per day in three divided doses of 500 mg at breakfast, 500 mg at lunch and 500 mg at dinner as discussed in this human/diabetes/berberine study :

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2410097/#:~:text=Abstract, were decreased significantly as well.

Nattokinase can help lower high cholesterol levels as I discussed here :

https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/nattokinase-benefits-high-cholesterol-treatment.html

Art

Replied by Bev (USA) on 11/14/2025
Thank you, Art. I will take a look at the links, very much appricated!

Replied by Art (California) on 11/14/2025

Hi again, Abby,

I forgot to mention the berberine can also help fight candida.

Art

Replied by Abby (USA) on 11/15/2025
Thank you, Art. I am so glad someone shared this sight with me. I will return the blessing by sharing with others.

I do have a question about your statement "starting with Borax, not Boron". I guess I still don't understand the difference between the two. Sorry for not understanding, but I am brand new to Earth Clinic, and am very grateful for your assistance!

Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/14/2025

Abby, intermittent fasting helps with diabetes. But if your hubby is on medications for that, his doc should supervise. For boils, easy peasy. I use 27% hydrogen peroxide, rub it in for about 10 seconds, and do it once or twice a day until the thing is gone. No need for any puncturing or lancing. It will just fade away.

Replied by Abby (USA) on 11/15/2025
Thank you so much Vera! So far we have been able to keep him off of medication, however the doctor keeps giving him warnings, because he gets his sugars undercontrol, and then gets tired of what he calls eating cardboard. What is your protocol of intermittent fasting?

Thanks again, Bev

Replied by Art (California) on 11/15/2025
Hi Abby,
Boron is a component of Borax. Borax is said to contain approximately 11.3% - 11.5% boron.
Art

Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/17/2025
Abby, there are many ways to do intermittent fasting. I tried several before figuring out what works for me. A good way to start is to do a day and a half -- starting the fast in the evening, then going the whole day, plus until the following morning. Other people like doing the 6/18 fasts, where you only eat for 6 hours in a day. And so on. The key is letting the pancreas rest. With fasting, your father can eat what he likes the rest of the time.

Check out Dr Jason Fung's book The Complete Guide to Fasting: Heal Your Body Through Intermittent, Alternate-day, and Extended Fasting". He also has a substack, and this essay is really inspirational:

https://fung.substack.com/p/how-to-reverse-type-2-diabetes-the

Replied by Abby (USA) on 11/18/2025
Thank you Vera, I appreciate your help.

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