„Jaborandi — the leaf that gave rise to a glaucoma medicine and makes you sweat”
Nitric oxide and aging — does it determine how quickly we age?
Nathan S. Bryan claims that the body's ability to produce nitric oxide declines with age by 10–12% per decade.
Read the answer →Coltsfoot — an old herb for coughs that raises concerns?
Henryk Różański warns that coltsfoot preparations should not be used for longer than six weeks.
Read the answer →Bitter salt for pennies — a forgotten remedy for constipation and sore muscles?
Henryk Różański explains that magnesium sulfate draws water into the intestine, softens its contents, and causes a copious bowel movement.
Read the answer →Tension headache — is the spine to blame?
Jan Jaśkowski does not say that the spine is always responsible for tension headaches: their cause cannot always be clearly established.
Read the answer →Acne and breakouts — does field pansy work better than an antibiotic?
Henryk Różański recommends violet infusion and ointment as remedies used for acne and eczema.
Read the answer →Hashimoto’s and selenium — does selenium calm thyroid inflammation?
Jerzy Zięba claims that selenium protects the thyroid from inflammation.
Read the answer →Iodine from seaweed — safe for the thyroid?
Henryk Różański says that bladderwrack and kelp stimulate thyroid function and are recommended for goiter caused by iodine deficiency.
Read the answer →Magnesium and stress — do nerves deplete our reserves?
Henryk Różański lists stressful conditions and prolonged depression as causes of magnesium deficiency with a reduced concentration in the blood.
Read the answer →Ribwort plantain — a weed by the fence more effective than pharmacy syrup?
Henryk Różański describes ribwort plantain as a plant that soothes coughs, especially in syrups.
Read the answer →Bird’s-foot trefoil—a yellow meadow weed for nerves and insomnia?
Henryk Różański also lists its use for an enlarged prostate, weakened bones and muscles, and swollen legs.
Read the answer →Heat—why does summer deprive the heart of nitric oxide?
Nathan S. Bryan claims that sunlight releases nitric oxide from the skin, lowering blood pressure and increasing blood flow.
Read the answer →Candytuft—a garden-bed flower once thought to treat ulcers and intestinal problems?
It also lists uses for ulcers, inflammatory bowel conditions, and urinary and respiratory complaints.
Read the answer →Hibiscus—red tea for blood pressure and fertility?
Henryk Różański reports that water extracts of hibiscus lower blood pressure, but the root may reduce female fertility.
Read the answer →Chamomile — Grandma’s tea stronger than sleeping pills?
Henryk Różański describes chamomile as a calming remedy that may help children fall asleep.
Read the answer →Having the disease or getting vaccinated—which provides more immunity?
The STOP NOP Association states that immunity after whooping cough can last from 4 to 20 years, while immunity after vaccination against the disease wanes within two years.
Read the answer →Fragrant Solomon’s seal — a woodland plant for diabetes and joint problems?
Henryk Różański identifies fragrant Solomon’s seal as a plant used for diabetes and heart and circulatory problems.
Read the answer →Corn poppy — a red flower for coughs and restless sleep?
Henryk Różański describes corn poppy petals as calming and cough-relieving.
Read the answer →Magnesium chloride for a few złoty — better than expensive pills from advertisements?
Henryk Różański describes magnesium chloride as a well-absorbed, inexpensive source of magnesium.
Read the answer →Processed meat and meat products — everyday food or slow poison?
Paul Clayton describes crispy bacon as carcinogenic.
Read the answer →Licorice instead of syrup — a sweet remedy with a hidden catch?
Henryk Różański describes licorice as a remedy that soothes coughs and helps clear mucus from the respiratory tract.
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