Art (California) on 09/29/2025
There were two reasons for the lotion in borax lotion. For some people borax water can have a drying effect on the skin. The other reason is that borax is poorly absorbed through the skin and apparently Cetaphil and some other lotions have ingredients that enhance skin penetration. So the lotion seems to eliminate those two problems as simply as possible.
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Art (California) on 09/29/2025
As I mentioned in a previous reply, it is the boron content of borax that causes mastalgia. So boron itself is the cause, but perhaps lowering the borax dose may help relieve the mastalgia.
Regarding the dry skin issue as a side effect of borax water, I have a friend who I wrote about that had a somewhat similar issue with oral borax creating a stair step pattern of dry skin on her skin. Since her arthritis pain was mainly apparent in her hands, she stopped oral borax and switched to borax lotion which I made for her to test and it completely relieved all pain in her hands in three weeks. With borax lotion she had no more stair step dry skin issues. Here is a link to her story and how to make borax lotion :
https://www.earthclinic.com/remedies/borax-lotion.html
Borax lotion (BL) works fairly quickly in the hands because they are thin, but likely not as fast in thicker joints.
Art
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Tina (USA) on 09/29/2025
Hi everyone, I’m going through a mix of health concerns and would really appreciate any insights. My diastolic pressure has been on the higher side, and I’ve been experiencing weird tinnitus (ringing in the ears), sinus problems, and throbbing pain in my left thigh. I’m also overweight, and on top of that I’m noticing hair fall and bad breath
Rob (Kentucky) on 09/29/2025
Active Ingredients: Label reads: Special Vick medications (camphor, menthol, spirits of turpentine, eucalyptus oil, cedar leaf oil, thymol, petrolatum).
The Cummings Clan (Welches Oregon) on 09/28/2025
How goes it good people!
My mother had a nasty case of Psoriasis and sought out answers here on Earth Clinic as she really struggled with the pain, discomfort and embarrassment that the Psoriasis on her face was causing. We tried a few remedies that we found here but they didn't have any significant effect. But when I took raw Oregano leaf from the produce section at our local grocery store and ground it up with a mortar and pestle then strained it through cheese cloth which left only the potent liquid she had immediate relief and results. She applied the liquid directly onto her face which produced a cooling sensation and the next day there was a significant reduction in the painful red and itchy patches. It had a direct effect on the affected areas. She is pretty much free of it now but occasionally random patches will pop up on different parts of her body possibly stress induced but for the most part it's gone.
Betsy (Virginia) on 09/28/2025
Ayn (Cork Ireland) on 09/28/2025
i read a great recent study saying the human and animal cell line DNA was also a disaster.
most vaccines have them.
of course pple seem to look into the ingredients of their sauce more than vaccines, so succesful had the pharma campaign been to NEVER criticise their golden goose.
It’s sane as rejecting a an organ. That’s why pple getting donated organs have their immune system switched off with drugs.
So it won’t attack the body.
Well our bodies don’t want Labrador, red monkey, or water bag abortion human kidney or eye cell line DNA EITHER.
no wonder between that soft metal aluminium being injected, this and all the other crap Autoimmune has exploded!
Just avoid avoid avoid.
and if pple took the Covid vaccine research David Avacado Wolfe’s detox.
that one is SUPER nasty. The spike protein isn’t turning off, so many in documented but real adverse effects and fatalities.
my mums BP jumped after her booster from normal to spike. Then she had a stroke.
nect morning tk booster… yup you guessed it, just “a coincidence”.
Her doc stopped offering the in his clinic that week.
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john (london) on 09/28/2025
Why not just mix water with borax and apply that on the skin?
PayItForward (PNW) on 09/28/2025
PayItForward (PNW) on 09/28/2025
Rob (Kentucky) on 09/28/2025
From the Book: Overcoming Arthritis - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, 2001 -- David Brownstein MD, Jonathan V Wright MD
Vitamins are organic substances found in food that are necessary in small amounts to maintain the body’s metabolism and to promote a healthy hormonal system and a strong immune system. There are over fifty vitamins known today. Since vitamins are not manufactured in our bodies, they must be absorbed from our food. They act as co-factors or catalysts for various reactions in the body, and they are best absorbed when in their natural form as whole food components. Those who suffer from a chronic disorder often have depleted levels of some vitamins.
Minerals are inorganic substances found in the earth’s crust. As with vitamins, minerals are necessary for health and to treat and prevent illness. Minerals, like vitamins, are also depleted in the food supply due to poor farming techniques and food processing. Examples of minerals are calcium, magnesium, zinc and copper. As mentioned above with vitamins, my experience has shown that those with a chronic disorder will often have sub-optimal levels of minerals. It is rare to find a patient suffering from a chronic disorder who does not have some nutritional deficiencies.
A basic multiple vitamin-mineral product is important to use on a daily basis. It provides a wide range of necessary substances, and this variety prevents any single nutrient from becoming depleted.
Maintaining adequate levels of vitamins and minerals in the body is essential to overcoming chronic illness and achieving good health. Those suffering with a chronic illness, such as arthritis, will need a proper nutritional evaluation. This evaluation should include the following tests:
1. Hair analysis for mineral content, including calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, chromium and selenium levels.
2. Serum analysis for magnesium, iron, zinc. Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin D levels.
In my experience, many of the other nutritional tests that are currently available do not provide consistent results. I believe that taking a good health history (including a diet history), doing a thorough physical exam, and looking at the results of the above tests can provide useful information on the* nutritional status of the individual.
Fifty years ago, the biochemist Dr. Roger Williams wrote a book on this concept titled. Biochemical Individuality. In 1956, Dr. Williams described the differences in the anatomy and biochemistry in each person.2 These differences explain why some individuals need higher levels (and some, lower levels) of nutrients than others.
Each person is unique and has a different biochemical make-up. Therefore, when using nutritional supplements, the best results can be achieved by the creation of a unique nutritional program tailored by a health care practitioner to the patient’s own biochemical and nutritional needs.
Vitamin B-3 (Niacinamide)
One particular nutrient, niacinamide (Vitamin B-3), is often very effective at reversing symptoms of arthritis. Research done in 1949 showed that niacinamide improved joint mobility and pain in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. In 1996, these results were confirmed, and it was further shown that the use of niacinamide allowed the patients to reduce their anti-inflammatory medications.4 In a majority of arthritic patients, I have found good results (reduced joint swelling, increased mobility
of joints) using niacinamide at doses of 1500-3000mg per day. These doses need to be monitored by a nutritionally oriented health care practitioner. The following case history can describe the benefits of niacinamide in treating arthritic disorders.
CASE STUDY. Betty, age 58, had suffered with osteoarthritis for over ten years. “The aching in my joints is intolerable. It is a deep ache, that goes to the core of my joints, ” she said. Betty had tried
numerous anti-inflammatory medications that provided some relief, but she had side effects to the medications. Upon taking lOOOmg of B-3 niacinamide three times per day, along with increasing her water intake, the joint pain began to subside within two weeks. “When I started taking B-3 niacinamide, the joint pain began improving immediately. I could not understand how taking a vitamin could make me feel so good. Recently, I went on a trip for two weeks and forgot to take the B-3 niacinamide. At the end of the trip I started to get the pain and stiffness back. Now that I am taking it again, the joint pain and stiffness is gone, ” she claimed.
Supplement Recommendations:
The remainder of this section will deal with specific vitamin and mineral recommendations that allow the body to overcome chronic illness and promote healing reactions. Though this list does not cover all vitamins and minerals, it does contain the items that I have found most effective in treating a chronic illness such as arthritis. They include the following:
1. A multiple vitamin-mineral product As previously mentioned, a good multi-vitamin mineral product is essential to providing the body with a rich source of nutrients. Furthermore, it can help keep imbalances from occurring because it contains a wide variety of different vitamins and minerals.
2. Vitamin A, Vitamin A is an anti-oxidant. Inadequate levels of this vitamin may lead to hypothyroidism. Vitamin A is found in animal sources. I recommend 10,000 IU per day. Pregnant women may need lower levels.
3. Vitamin B Complex, The B vitamins have a wide range of functions in the body, from maintaining the immune system to affecting all of the hormonal glands. B vitamins are commonly stripped from processed food. Inadequate Vitamin B levels will contribute to chronic disease. B vitamins are found in animal products, grains, nuts and seeds. Recommended dose: B-100, two times a day.
4. Vitamin B-3 fNiacinamide): Recommended dose: l, 500-3000mg per day. Please see Niacinamide section above.
5. Vitamin B-6 Recommended dose: lOOmg per day.
6. Vitamin B-12, Vitamin B12 is found only in foods of animal origin, such as dairy, eggs, meat, fish and poultry. It is often deficient in those with a chronic illness. Recommended dose: lOOOmg by injection two to three times per week. I recommend only the hydroxycobalamine form of injectable
Vitamin B12 and not the cyanocobalamine form of injectable B12.
7. Vitamin C, Vitamin C functions as an important anti-oxidant in the body. Vitamin C is necessary to promote healing and is essential to maintaining joint integrity in the body. Rheumatoid arthritis patients have been shown to have a reduced Vitamin C level in their blood serum. The major dietary sources of Vitamin C are * fruits and vegetables. Recommended dose: 3000-5000mg per day.
8. Vitamin D, Vitamin D is necessary for maintaining the structural integrity of bones and teeth. It also is important for maintaining a healthy hormonal system. I have found very low levels of Vitamin D in patients with arthritis. Vitamin D is found in animal sources, and it can also be made in our bodies by exposure to sunlight. Recommended dose: 1000-2000 Units per day. Vitamin D levels should be checked periodically.
9. Vitamin E, Vitamin E and Vitamin C have synergistic effects in the body. Supplementing with Vitamin E has been shown to reduce osteoarthritic symptoms.5 Vitamin E is found in unrefined vegetable oils, animal products, nuts and leafy green vegetables. Recommended dose: 400-800 I.U. per day of mixed Tocopherols.
Mineral Recommendations:
As previously mentioned, adequate mineral levels are necessary to promote health and initiate healing of a chronic illness. For arthritic patients, the most common minerals I recommend supplementing are the following:
1. Magnesium, Magnesium is essential for catalyzing hundreds of reactions in the body. A diet high in carbohydrates and processed food can cause a deficiency of magnesium. It is impossible to maintain health without adequate magnesium levels. Inadequate magnesium levels lead to a poorly functioning immune and hormonal system. Magnesium is found in animal products, nuts and vegetables. Recommended dose: 400mg per day.
2. Calcium, Calcium is essential to maintain the structural integrity of the body; it is a vital component of strong bones and teeth. Inadequate calcium intake is associated with osteoporosis. Drinking large amounts of soda can lead to low calcium levels. In addition, adequate Vitamin D levels are necessary for proper absorption of calcium. Calcium is found in vegetables, nuts, dairy and fish.
Recommended dose: 1000-1500mg per day of calcium citrate.
3. Selenium, Selenium acts as an anti-oxidant in the body. It is also important for proper thyroid function. Studies have shown (as has my clinical experience) that low selenium levels are common in arthritic patients.6 Selenium is found in nuts, seafood and grains. Recommended dose: 200-400 micrograms per day.
4. Zinc, Zinc has anti-inflammatory effects. Zinc has been shown to reduce joint swelling, morning stiffness and the subjective assessment of overall disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis. Zinc deficiencies cause problems in the immune system, hormonal system and the prostate gland. Zinc is found in nuts, animal sources and fish. Recommended dose. 25-50mg per day.
5. Copper, Copper also has anti-inflammatory effects. If copper levels are low (information gained by a hair analysis) in an arthritic patient, I use small amounts of copper and have observed good results. One study showed benefits in arthritic patients who wore copper bracelets. Recommended dose: l-4mg per day.
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Cate (USA) on 09/27/2025
Mary (NY, NY) on 09/28/2025
Redirect your mind to positive thoughts. I repeat a song verse like Sing A Song from Earth Wind and Fire.
Do deep breathing. On the inhale think Breathe Deep. On the exhale think Relax.
The following is from Google AI. Mindfulness is a practice that involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment. It focuses on being aware of thoughts, feelings, sensations, and surroundings in the current moment.
Benefits of Mindfulness:
Reduces stress and anxiety, Improves emotional regulation, Enhances focus and concentration, Increases self-awareness, and Promotes well-being and overall health.
How to Practice Mindfulness:
Meditation: Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Focus on your breath, noticing the rise and fall of your chest or abdomen.
Body Scan: Pay attention to sensations throughout your body, starting with your toes and moving up to your head. Notice any tension, tightness, or discomfort.
Accept that your mind will wander; gently bring your attention back to the present moment.
Don't judge yourself or your thoughts.
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Deb (NC) on 09/28/2025
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Art (California) on 09/27/2025
If that doesn't resolve your vertigo (BPPV), this full thread may be of interest to you :
https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/cerebellar-ataxia.html#car_210977
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Art (California) on 09/27/2025
To be honest, I haven't tried adding an essential oil (EO) because I was trying to keep it as simple as possible to try and increase the number of people who would try it. If I were to try an EO, I would likely try a peppermint oil for the menthol content which should offer additional pain relief. Similarly for eucalyptus EO, for its potential pain relieving activity or possibly lavender EO for its potential relaxing effect. If it has a negative reaction with the lotion, not much lost at just 3 oz. per mix. So testing an EO in the mix seems worth a try, IMO.
Art
