I bought these two options, having narrowed my needs down to eyes and inflammation. I have never been fond of green tea, though years ago I was told that it is the best thing for eye health. I found it too bitter and jazzy for my taste- more caffeine than a cup of coffee. I am trying this herbal green tea for the sake of antioxidants , which my eyes welcome. It is quite palatable if you like fennel and anise ,but already the caffeine feels a little over the top. ZING!
Anyway giving it a go, as well as the other which I have not tried yet.
Of course we all want to steer clear of medical these days- don't get sick in AMERICA! Unless you are president - then the very best treatments for this and that, being propped up with drugs and procedures that no one else is privy to, is all yours for free. Looks like the Orange kidneys are failing. (Please hurry- go to the light Mr. Orange..) Republicans and project 2025 are scrambling as fast as they can with their agenda realizing that they have no other idiotic Mob boss to fill his platform shoes.
Another thing I did over this past week was to combat and slow a "precancerous" blip on my nose...seems it is always nose sticking out in the harsh sun that fares the worst. My brother had a gob of his nose removed due to cancer. I have a spot that comes and goes. It is weird. I soaked it in hydrogen peroxide and made a paste with vitamin C crystals and Omega 3- a poultice...slapped on continuously for a few days. BOOM angry little blip is gone for now, but it may likely come back if I leave my nose out in the sun. I don't intend to do that. AND I don't intend to go to the damned doctor.
I am wondering how much of these newly purchased infusions one must drink to actually make a difference? Does Zingy caffeine undo all of the antioxidant good? Tell me ,Witches, what do you reckon?
I'd love to hear more about your angry nose blip treatment!
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Your nose poultice sounds intriguing. Jim will be seeing the local dermo for spraying with liquid nitrogen. Since my Dad's mother was from Hungary, I seem to have inherited more resistant skin than my Dutch/English relatives supplied. His face always looks so painful after. Nice flowers.
ReplyDeleteLiquid Nitrogen has been a saving grace! Not entirely pleasant but with a high pain threshold is doable. I liken it to getting little tattoos. Vitamin C applied to skin blips is helpful I must say! Crystal form mixed with a dab of H2O , stick it on a skin thing and leave it.
DeleteWith herbal infusions I am of the impression that they preventative and are taken very early on in order to help prevent the eye problems, they can't fix what is already so badly broken. The anti-inflammatories could possibly be helpful, but again, preventing or attending to inflammation earlier or even before it begins is the ideal. Eating anti inflammatory foods and drinking the teas etc before you feel pain to help your body not become inflamed. It helps if you know what causes your inflammations.
ReplyDeleteI would never put such a poultice on anything precancerous, I would be getting it removed.
Glen is getting a spot on his back dug out and tested as we speak. It's been there for months and looks like a small wound that never heals and it itches so bad that it drives him insane. It is quite worrisome and I am so glad he's finally getting it attended to. Now the spot on your nose may well be nothing but an age/sun spot. I have a million of those. But if it's not, if it is precancerous, you aren't doing yourself any favors by treating it yourself. What we see on the surface can be only a small indication of what lies beneath. So, please, Linda Sue- if it returns, go get it checked out. It might truly be nothing and it would be a relief to have that verified. And you know how much I hate going to the doctor!
ReplyDeleteAs to the teas- they probably aren't going to hurt anything so might as well try them. I used to be a much bigger proponent of "natural" remedies but over the years it became apparent to me that they were a good way for the herb and supplement industries to make money. Except for golden seal root powder. That stuff will heal a damn wound now. I am serious.
Golden seal powder is great- there is also one sold in Chinatown Vancouver - I can't remember the name - stops bleeding instantly until one can get to a clinic. I reckon that at this age cancer is a given...especially after having been roasted in high desert sun and wind growing up. I might go to the doctor, I might not. Tea is good actually, I like it except for the buzzy feeling. Green tea is easier to consume than bushels of spinach!
DeleteOf course the nose gets it sticking out from the face like it does. I've had three things carved out of mine over the years. Had one on my cheek removed recently.
ReplyDeletewell,OUCH, Ellen!
DeleteMany docs are concerned and not looking forward to adding AI to their toolbox. Like it or not, AI is going to be a factor in diagnostics and treatment.
ReplyDeleteSadly, the business of medical care is most concerned with profitability, and this drives their decisions or lack of decisions.
I like Functional Medicine which combines East with West ideals. Herbs are a factor and they in combination with doxy served me well, when treated for Lyme disease.
When AI is in full force, my hope is herbal treatments will be a clear option.
Have you considered using a private lab (Quest) to test for inflammation markers? I've used them when my PCP refused to answer my questions and found it helpful. (See Quest Labs online for a list of their laboratory services.)
When I was treated for Lyme disease, Turmeric and Quercetin with Bromelain as well as a cup of blueberries on my breakfast cereal were recommended for inflammation.
Thank you Susan, helpful information! I will check out Quest lab- always curious! I agree with combo - East/west...witches brew...Western doctors tend to go by rote and insurance limitations, never spending time with individual patients. This country is Effed...I am sorry that you had to deal with lyme Disease. Most unpleasant, painful! I hope that you're OK now.
DeleteThanks to East/West diagnosis and treatment, I am fine today with no Lyme symptoms.
DeleteYou might also consider fresh Kale. I like it lightly stir fried with a bit of EVOO (or butter) or steamed and topped with fish, chicken or steak for a full meal.
Also, consider organic Kale needles. They are tasty and you can add a sauce topping.
Thank you ,Susan!
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