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Frankincense — a resin from biblical times instead of joint pills?
It also lists intestinal conditions, including chronic colitis and Crohn’s disease, as well as bronchitis and sinusitis.
Read the answer →Elecampane — the forgotten root that quiets a persistent cough?
It also mentions colds, flu, bronchitis, and difficulty coughing up thick mucus.
Read the answer →Turmeric instead of a painkiller? The yellow spice versus inflammation
Henryk Różański writes that curcumin inhibits prostaglandin synthesis and lipoxygenase activity.
Read the answer →Oral probiotics—good bacteria instead of mouthwash?
Igor Dogocki says that probiotics may restore the balance of bacteria in the mouth and reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
Read the answer →Juniper — bitter berries that flush the kidneys, but are they not safe for everyone?
Henryk Różański states that a decoction, infusion, and tincture made from juniper are said to have diuretic and anti-swelling effects.
Read the answer →Manuka oil — what can it really do for the skin and infections?
Henryk Różański attributes antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects to manuka oil, as well as the ability to inhibit the growth of fungi and viruses.
Read the answer →Urinary incontinence — are Kegel exercises enough?
Jan Jaśkowski warns that Kegel exercises may cause the pelvic organs to descend and worsen symptoms in many female patients.
Read the answer →Mullein — a yellow meadow flower for a persistent cough?
Henryk Różański describes mullein flowers as an expectorant used for dry coughs and respiratory catarrh.
Read the answer →Combination 6-in-1 vaccines — convenience for parents or a burden on infants?
The STOP NOP Association says that giving multiple antigens at the same time can bring benefits, but may also increase the risk of adverse reactions.
Read the answer →Bee Pollen — Superfood or a Risk for People with Allergies?
Henryk Różański warns that pollen may cause allergic reactions in sensitive people.
Read the answer →Calcium tablets — do they end up in the bones or the arteries?
Jerzy Zięba points out that the cited studies linked calcium supplements to a higher risk of arterial calcification, heart attack and stroke.
Read the answer →Chamomile for the eyes — home rinse or risky habit?
Henryk Różański describes chamomile infusion compresses for inflammation of the eyelids and conjunctiva, as well as for a gritty feeling or tired eyes: they should be applied for 30–45 minutes and repeated every 6 hours.
Read the answer →Preservatives in cosmetics—what do we rub into our skin every day?
Henryk Różański warns that parabens rubbed onto the breasts during breastfeeding pass into the milk.
Read the answer →Flu vaccine — does it really protect seniors?
The STOP NOP Association reports that the vaccine’s effectiveness in the 2012/2013 season was 9–56%, and that protection against the H3N2 strain was weak or nonexistent in seniors.
Read the answer →Lyme disease — can Cistus and herbs help when antibiotics fail?
Henryk Różański recommends, among other herbs used for Lyme disease, burnet, teasel, wormwood, and echinacea.
Read the answer →Infertility: Can fasting help where medication has failed?
Ewa Dąbrowska writes that a fruit-and-vegetable fast may help restore fertility.
Read the answer →Heart and cholesterol: Does a plate of vegetables work better than statins?
Ewa Dąbrowska claims that a fruit-and-vegetable fast reverses atherosclerotic changes, but does not explicitly say that it treats coronary artery disease.
Read the answer →Lifestyle diseases: Does what we eat determine what we get sick with?
Ewa Dąbrowska says that limiting highly processed foods and overeating, and choosing plant foods, can help prevent lifestyle diseases.
Read the answer →Steppe harmala — sacred incense or dangerous drug?
Steppe harmala is used, among other things, for depression, rheumatism, and parkinsonism, and its seeds can cause hallucinations.
Read the answer →Carline thistle—a mountain flower that was said to have nine powers?
Henryk Różański lists carline thistle root for parasites, digestive complaints, and urinary tract problems.
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