Posts by Zachary Castillo7

Charles Ross3 said:But wait, how do you actually use it? Am I going to have to play chemist and mix things together myself?
I mean, I'd really rather not accidentally poison ourselves since none of us are actual professionals! 😬

Just mix it with a little water and drink it.😬 Follow the instructions on the label.

Charles Ross3 said:To be honest, I’m not really feeling the Persen either; it doesn't feel like it's actually doing much of anything for me.
Zachary Castillo7, what exactly is this Fidelity passionflower blend? What kind of stuff can you typically find when they mix passionflower, hops, and lemon balm together?

Fidelity (whole herbal suspension) is made from fresh plants, so all the active ingredients stay intact. It’s unfortunately pricey at $$43 per 100ml, but it is definitely the most effective option. You can find Fidelity lemon balm, along with lemon balm tinctures and even hop tinctures (I think they have extracts too).
You can pick up Fidelity at Bioterr (old Vlach district) or at the Mirisan shop:
Look for tinctures at the Lavender pharmacy near the start of Petrinja Street.

Whether you go with Valeral from J&J or pure valerian from Specchiasola, these are hands down the best valerian supplements on the market.
Regarding driving—there aren't any legal bans on it, and you usually don't need to avoid driving or operating machinery, though weird😬 individual reactions can happen. For instance, high doses of valerian leave me completely wiped out😬, and it doesn't actually calm my mind at all.
That’s why I prefer passionflower (the highest quality passionflower comes from Fidelity), along with lemon balm and hops.

fadedbear8 said:One more thing: should he apply anything to this redness under his armpits caused by deodorant? It looks like hives. It's taking a long time to clear up.

First step is obviously to stop using the deodorant.😁
Mainstream doctors would likely recommend a mild corticosteroid like hydrocortisone—that’s perfectly fine for a short burst of 2-3 weeks.
He could also use a neutral cream specifically designed for allergic skin (brands like Aveeno, Plant, or Uriage have plenty of options), or try jojoba oil. Even better would be tamanu oil or calendula macerate for their anti-inflammatory properties. You can add a little Roman or German chamomile if he isn't allergic to them.

fadedbear8 said:6 capsules? That sounds like overkill to me... I mean, why do they suggest 2 (or was it 4? The instructions say "take 2 capsules, morning and night," which is confusing to me 😕)? Wouldn't it be in their best interest to have people burn through the bottle faster so they buy more sooner? They should just be honest and write "take 6 daily" right on the box 😉.
So, you're saying that 3 grams is the standard dose before you actually start seeing results?

I told you, 3 grams is what’s been clinically tested! Period. Lower doses haven't even been proven to work! Suggesting 4 capsules instead of 6 is just a marketing ploy to stop people from getting annoyed by swallowing too many pills. Don't buy them like that. Find a brand where each capsule has 1g of oil instead of 500mg, then just give your son 3! 😬

fadedbear8 said:Olivia Ramos66, thanks so much!
I picked up some black cumin oil capsules from Dr. Mercola. The instructions on the bottle are pretty vague:
"Adults: 2 capsules, morning and evening."
Does that mean 2 total per day, or 2 in the morning and 2 at night (making it 4 a day)?
Each capsule has 500 mg of black cumin oil.

I saw you mentioned earlier that taking 3 capsules of a 1000 mg dose works too...

Bottom line: You need to hit 3 grams of oil (which would be 6 capsules here) for it to actually do anything. Higher doses are often recommended—like 3 to 5 ml, three times a day. It’s best to take it on an empty stomach in the morning and between meals.

Applying essential oils under your nose along with an isotonic hydrosol is definitely recommended, naturally, for dealing with allergic rhinitis.

Here it is:
I honestly have no clue how manufacturers claim Astragalus works for allergies. We know it’s clinically effective for the common cold. There are studies looking at its impact on cardiovascular disease and even its potential efficacy against non-small cell lung cancer. But allergies?!
Either way, I wouldn't recommend it—it's a waste of money!
Try black cumin seed oil (nigella sativa). Take 1 teaspoon three times a day, or switch to 1000mg capsules three times a day if you can't stand the taste. This treatment has shown success in clinical trials.
When symptoms peak, use black currant leaf tincture three times daily (for 2-3 months) along with oral mandarin essential oil.
If things get worse, apply black spruce and white pine essential oils topically (again, for 2-3 months). For attacks right under the nose, you can apply Roman chamomile essential oil (if you aren't allergic to it) or calendula.
Regarding supplements, 800IU of Vitamin E is most effective. Taking 2-3g of Vitamin C alongside quercetin also helps.
You can even manage with nasal drops made from isotonic Roman chamomile hydrosol with added methylcellulose. It coats the nasal mucosa and creates a physical barrier against allergens.
Perhaps the most vital thing for this condition is regular liver "drainage" in early spring to reduce both frequency and intensity. Unfortunately, it's too late now, but you can start a cleansing regimen as early as the fall once this "crisis period" passes.
You could try these herbs too, though I haven't seen them much around here: http://www.healthnotes.info/http/gcl...rg=DSEA&Conten tID=4409006 or http://www.healthnotes.info/http/gcl...rg=DSEA&Conten tID=4391000
That's it. I really hope you find some relief!

I’ve already covered this in the ragweed allergy thread, so I’m just going to paste it here again.

Brian Mitchell44 said:Over the past week, my 15-year-old brother has woken up several times gripped by a headache. It isn't just a dull ache; it's actually waking him up from sleep. The pain was so intense he was literally crying. It’s always localized on the right side of his head.

He hasn't dealt with any nausea or dizziness, thankfully. To manage the pain, he's been taking Tylenol and Advil, though honestly, they haven't provided much relief.

He saw a pediatric neurologist yesterday, and they've ordered a battery of tests to get to the bottom of this:
CBC, CMP, lipid panel, liver enzymes (AST, ALT, GGT), BUN, creatinine, uric acid, iron levels, plus an ENT and ophthalmology consult.

If things don't improve, it looks like he'll likely be hospitalized, and in the meantime, he has to keep a detailed headache diary.

Has anyone else here dealt with similar issues? And does anyone actually know what all these specific lab tests are looking for? 😕

Thanks so much. 🙂

ESR is erythrocyte sedimentation rate, CBC is a complete blood count, and AST, ALT, and GGT are liver enzymes used to check liver function. BUN and creatinine check for kidney damage. Then there's blood sugar, serum iron, an ENT exam, and an eye exam. As for why they sent him to the ENT and ophthalmologist specifically, the doctors on this forum can explain that better than I can.
Regardless, this doesn't sound like a standard headache. That kind of pain is common with migraines or cluster headaches. He will probably need more testing beyond just these.

I can't believe I'm seeing this. It’s honestly wild.

placidbison0 said:Thanks for the recommendation. 🙂

I picked up some effervescent zinc with Vitamin C, so we'll see how that goes. A few people also recommended Flonase for nasal issues—they swear it's the best. My son’s pediatrician used to prescribe Nasonex, which is supposedly almost identical, though I hear Flonase works even better. It’s strange. For the last two years, his doctor hasn't prescribed anything for his nose at all, even though he's really struggling. She just keeps giving him Flonidan tablets.

They were recommending stuff to me at the pharmacy yesterday. Claritin If you want to get ahead of allergy season, start prepping at least a month before symptoms hit. You need to focus on boosting your immune system specifically to handle those seasonal spikes. I’m talking about things like high-quality oil capsules to build up your defenses early. Black seed oil. It’s powerful stuff. Real benefits. Dr. Mercola and others mentioned they carry plenty of homeopathic remedies for these issues.

Has anyone here actually tried Claritin?

Anyone else have experience with this? I have a humidity allergy.?

Claritin is actually just an extract of the Astragalus plant. It has absolutely nothing to do with treating allergies. It’s meant for colds, regardless of what the manufacturer claims!
Black cumin is effective for allergies. It’s clinically proven.

Christian Wood63 said:Has anyone actually used Maitake mushrooms alongside chemotherapy?
What form works best? Dosage? Should I go with extract or powder?
Some sources claim they work together perfectly.
I want to buy the exact same thing...
One website mentions great results, claiming up to 98% effectiveness...
http://www.drlam.com/A3R_brief_in_do...d_immunity.htm

Unfortunately, we don't have any high-quality Maitake supplements available here. Maitake might be slightly more effective when taken orally than Shiitake, but most actual research focuses on two specific 1,3 beta-glucans—lentinan and schizophyllan—which are used exclusively via IV as adjuvant tumor therapy in Japan.
For oral use, Coriolus versicolor seems to be the most effective. There is plenty of data on it on PubMed, so do some digging there.
I know people around here usually grab supplements from Myko san (some studies were even done on those specific products at the Isaac Newton Institute), but those are just blends of various mushroom extracts.

Susan Lee5 said:Fair point, but I was just so disappointed when they didn't help me, and then I discovered fig milk and PlivaSept and—lo and behold! So, I just wanted to suggest to her that there are other alternatives besides Condyl and Podophyllin which, in my experience, were more effective. Perhaps if it worked for me, it might work for her too.

It never hurts to try—as long as it’s safe!😬 Just be careful with the PlivaSept. It can irritate the mucous membranes, so use it sparingly and only directly on the affected areas.

Susan Lee5 said:Fig milk is one of those old-school home remedies my grandmother used to swear by when I was five; I actually used it to clear a wart off my hand back then. As far as clinical trials go, I don't really feel the need for lab results proving fig efficacy. I spent an entire year applying Condyl, throwing a small fortune down the drain—not that I regret the experience, but there were zero results. Then, I tried a combination of fig and PlivaSept just once, and I haven't had a single Condyl in FOUR MONTHS! So, there's your verdict on "effective" Condyl and podophyllin. It’s all just chemistry and wasted effort.

You can't argue like that—just because it didn't work for you doesn't mean it's useless.
Tylenol doesn't touch my pain, but I wouldn't dream of saying the drug is bad just because it helps millions of other people and has proven clinical efficacy.
Everyone back in California used fig milk for warts, but I've never heard of anyone using it to treat Condyl.
Podophyllin is completely natural, just like fig milk, regardless of what you think. Meanwhile, PlivaSept is a fully synthetic preparation (chlorhexidine is pure, man-made synthetics).
I'm sorry it didn't work for you, but that doesn't mean it won't work for others. It's an official medication, not some dietary supplement.
Isn't podophyllin prescribed as a compounded medication?😕 😕

Where can you find anything more natural than podophylotoxin? It’s extracted directly from the podophyllum plant and its effectiveness at treating condylomas is clinically proven.
Nobody has actually studied fig milk.

steelseal13 said:🙂

Sorry I haven't been more active here. I decided to try this therapy on my own. Yesterday, my 40-day "psoriasis therapy" package arrived: two bags of tea, a toner, and an ointment. Usually, the standard kit comes with one tube of ointment, but given how bad my skin is, I ordered two right away. Honestly, I probably shouldn't have waited—I should have just grabbed four since they come in 100g containers.
I've decided to focus strictly on treating my hands... let's see how it goes.👍 The therapy includes specific dietary guidelines too. Basically, you have to cut out: anything acidic, vinegar, wine, lemons, oranges, berries, black coffee, chocolate, cocoa, honey, canned fish, spicy or smoked sausages, beans, peas, and alcohol. Coffee is going to be the hardest part for me, but they told me to find a substitute, like a decaf or herbal blend.🙂
Every single item comes with a full label showing ingredients, expiration dates, and official registration numbers... it's all very legit, like official FDA stuff.
By the way, the ointment smells like dried sausages. 😬

It’s probably lanolin and chamomile.😬

Hey there, fellow forum members! Your private message inboxes are totally jammed, so I can't send you anything right now! Please, clean them out...

Jesse Palmer6 said:Any tips for fixing poor circulation?
What about GlaxoSmithKline supplements?
And can I take those alongside my other medications—just because they're herbal doesn't necessarily mean they won't interact, right?

It depends on what kind of circulation you mean—venous or arterial? Ginkgo is usually used for more serious arterial issues. If the problem isn't that severe, tea or extracts from grape leaf (black grape) and grape seed (proanthocyanidins) should do the trick. Rosemary cineole is also great for local application.
With Ginkgo, the key is sticking strictly to registered herbal medicines like those from GlaxoSmithKline or Bayer.
For venous insufficiency, look for Melilotus officinalis, horse chestnut, or Ruscus aculeatus. Standardized extracts of chestnut and ruscus are your best bet.
Additionally, rutin, hesperidin, proanthocyanidins, bioflavonoids, and Vitamin C help strengthen vein walls and improve blood flow.
Pfizer makes a registered medication based on diosmin and hesperidin.

hollowraven78 said:For anyone interested in seeing if newer biological treatments actually work,
this link shows photos of a man using Humira injections.

He takes one injection every 14 days, and he's been doing this for over a year. All the photos are organized by date and injection cycle. The "Home" section shows his skin before the shots, and you can track the progress through every three-injection cycle. If you have questions, just ask.

http://freewebs.com/psoriasis-humira

Best, pat

Humira is an excellent drug. It's highly selective and belongs to the monoclonal antibody group used for various autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriasis. They are generally well-tolerated, but there is a downside. Long-term use can trigger latent infections like tuberculosis because of the immunosuppressive effect. There is also a concern regarding a slightly higher risk of cancer. It will likely take about 20 years to fully understand all the pros and cons of these types of medications.

Melissa Kim45 said:Thanks so much.👍

Don't mention it!🙂