The link for the first article below is HERE at the excellent EarthClinic.com (last modified Dec 28, 2023) written by the Earth Clinic Team. It has generated hundreds of insightful comments. The next article describes how boron has been suppressed.
The following YouTube shows two ways to make a borax solution for consumption. It is Earth Clinic’s most popular video, with over 500,000 views. (2.5 minutes at double speed.)
The presenter says that for men, mix 1/4 teaspoon of 20 Mule Team Borax in a liter of water and drink it over the course of a day. Women need only 1/8th teaspoon in the liter. Drink these for five days, then take two days off.
More conservative dosing is to use a teaspoon of Borax per liter and then take a few sips of this throughout the day. It is no more toxic than table salt.
Introduction: Rex Newnham’s Arthritis Cure
Rex Newnham developed arthritis in the 1960s. He was a soil and plant scientist in Perth, Western Australia at the time. Conventional drugs did not help, so Newnham looked into plant chemistry for the cause. He realized that plants in that area were mineral deficient. Knowing that boron aids calcium metabolism in plants, he decided to try it. He started by taking 30 mg of Borax a day. All his pain, swelling, and stiffness had disappeared in three weeks.
He told public health and medical school authorities about his discovery, but they were not interested. However, some people with arthritis took it and improved. Others were afraid to take something meant to kill cockroaches and ants and had a poison label on the container. Eventually, Newnham had tablets made that contained a safe and effective quantity of Borax.
Within five years and solely by word of mouth, he began selling 10,000 bottles monthly. He could not cope with this and asked a drug company to market it. It was a major mistake—they said it would replace more expensive drugs and reduce their profits. Their representatives on government health committees put through an Australian regulation declaring boron and its compounds poisons in any concentration. This stopped Newnham’s arthritis cure from spreading. (2) Australia severely limits boron sales to this day.
Article #1. Borax: Unlocking the Health Benefits of a Natural Compound
Borax, a naturally occurring compound rich in boron, has become popular for its numerous health benefits and reported success in addressing chronic illnesses, such as autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalances, and chronic pain. Its active ingredient, sodium borate, is an anti-inflammatory agent that effectively treats diseases like arthritis, gout, and swollen gums, as well as bladder infections, urinary tract infections, and other ailments. Borax is also commonly used to treat conditions like cancer, obesity, high blood pressure, arterial disease, and osteoporosis, with boron playing a crucial role in its efficacy.
This article explores the well-researched health benefits of Borax, focusing on its boron content, which significantly contributes to its therapeutic effects.
What is Borax?
Borax is a naturally occurring compound found worldwide, with mines in the United States, China, Ukraine, Turkey, and India. (1)Â
Common Names for Borax:
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Sodium tetraborate
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Sodium borate
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Disodium tetraborate
Borax is known by various names, but they all refer to the same chemical compound.
Borax Mining
The Rio Tinto Borax Mine in Boron, California, is the largest known borax mine, with reserves estimated to last until 2050. (2)
Borax Health Benefits
Thousands of people worldwide consume a liquid borax solution as a natural daily remedy for numerous health conditions. Borax is a natural substance mined from the earth, similar to salt. It contains boron, a trace mineral, which may be lacking in modern diets. (3) Research has shown that restoring healthy boron levels can improve health conditions like arthritis. (4)
Additionally, Borax is quite alkaline. Many health problems arise because the body is too acidic.
Health Issues That Benefit from Borax:
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Arthritis
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Trigger Finger and Trigger Thumb
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Osteoporosis
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Osteoarthritis
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Bone Spurs
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Calcium Deposits
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Lupus
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Autoimmune Disease
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Hormone Imbalances
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Fungus
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Candida
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Ringworm
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Tinea Versicolor
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Insomnia
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Rough Skin
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Impotence
The body relies on essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and amino acids. Boron, a trace mineral in Borax, is necessary for proper hormone function and calcium-magnesium balance. (5) Many diseases today are related to simple nutritional deficiencies, and restoring a low nutrient like boron can significantly improve overall health. (6)
Arthritis and Bone Health
Borax’s high boron content makes it an effective treatment for arthritis and other bone-related issues. Studies have shown that increased boron intake can help alleviate arthritis symptoms and improve bone density, improving overall bone health. (7)
Hormonal Imbalances
Boron, an essential trace mineral found in Borax, is vital in maintaining hormonal balance. By consuming Borax, individuals with hormone imbalances may experience an improvement in their symptoms, leading to better overall health. (8, 9)
Antifungal Properties
The antifungal properties of Borax make it an effective remedy for various fungal infections, such as candida, ringworm, and tinea versicolor. Using Borax topically or consuming it in small amounts can help fight these infections and promote healing. (10)
Sleep Improvement
Borax’s alkaline nature and trace mineral content may help improve sleep quality for some individuals. Borax can alleviate insomnia and promote restful sleep by balancing the body’s pH levels and providing essential minerals. (11)
Borax Dosage for Men and Women
Borax powder is about 11.3% boron, meaning a ¼ teaspoon contains approximately 113 mg of boron. Ted from Earth Clinic recommends a daily dose of ¼ teaspoon of Borax in 1 liter of water for men and 1/8 teaspoon of Borax in 1 liter for women. This equates to men consuming about 113 mg of boron daily while women consume around 56 mg daily.Â
Another method of dosing Borax, recommended by Walter Last, involves adding a heaping teaspoon of Borax to a liter of water and taking one or two teaspoons daily with meals, delivering about 3 mg of boron per dose. (12)
You will find more dosing information on this page.
Borax Uses
Cleaning
Borax is commonly used as a natural cleaning aid, especially for laundry. Its alkaline pH of 9.3 makes it helpful in softening hard water, which can damage clothes and make them difficult to clean. (13) However, adding Borax may not be necessary if you already have soft water.
Borax is one of the three ingredients in many popular DIY laundry powder recipes. Besides laundry, Borax is also used as an eco-friendly cleaning powder for the bathroom. It is beneficial for removing hard water stains.
Parasites
Borax is a widely recognized and safe remedy for pest control. It has been used for years to treat various parasites, including lice and mites in humans and mange in dogs and cats. (14) When Borax is applied to the skin, it dehydrates and suffocates the parasites, making it an effective and natural treatment option.
Hair Care
Borax has become popular as a shampoo alternative. Various chemicals in shampoos and health conditions that affect the scalp have motivated many people to turn to hair care’s “no-poo” method.Â
Borax is not only a natural alternative to chemical-laden shampoos because of its alkalinity and antifungal properties; it often brings healing to chronic and embarrassing scalp conditions.
Borax Instructions for Hair
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Dissolve 1 cup of Borax into one gallon of pure water to use Borax for your hair.
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Keep this solution in the shower.
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Pour 1-2 cups of this solution over your hair (instead of shampoo), ensuring the solution gets to your scalp.
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Allow the solution to sit on your scalp and hair for a few minutes, then rinse.
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If you find the borax method dries out your hair, take a small amount of coconut oil and massage it into your hair. You may not need to use the borax solution on your hair more than once or twice a week.
Boron Deficiency: An In-Depth Look
Boron deficiency is a critical yet often overlooked issue that can significantly impact overall health and well-being. As an essential trace mineral, boron is involved in various biological processes, including bone formation, hormone regulation, and cell membrane maintenance. This section will provide a more comprehensive analysis of boron deficiency, including its causes, symptoms, and potential health consequences.
Causes of Boron Deficiency
Several factors can contribute to boron deficiency, such as:
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Poor diet: Consuming a diet low in boron-rich foods, like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes, can lead to insufficient boron intake.
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Soil depletion: The depletion of minerals in the soil due to modern agricultural practices can result in reduced boron content in the crops grown on that soil, ultimately affecting the boron levels in our food.
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Reduced bioavailability: Certain factors, like high levels of calcium, magnesium, or phosphorus, can interfere with boron absorption in the body, leading to reduced bioavailability and, subsequently, deficiency.
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Health conditions: Some medical conditions, such as kidney disease or malabsorption disorders, can impair the body’s ability to absorb and utilize boron effectively.
Symptoms of Boron Deficiency
A lack of boron in the body can result in various symptoms, manifesting differently depending on the individual. These symptoms may include:
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Brittle bones: Boron plays a crucial role in bone health, and deficiency can result in weakened bones that are more prone to fractures.
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Joint pain and inflammation: Inadequate boron levels can contribute to joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation, as boron helps regulate inflammatory processes within the body.
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Muscle weakness and fatigue: Boron deficiency can reduce muscle strength, endurance, and overall energy levels.
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Hormonal imbalances: Boron is essential for maintaining proper hormone balance, particularly in regulating estrogen and testosterone. Deficiency can result in hormonal imbalances, which can manifest as symptoms like mood swings, weight gain, or low libido.
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Impaired cognitive function: Low boron levels can affect brain health and cognitive function, leading to memory problems, difficulty concentrating, and reduced mental alertness.
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Poor immune function: Boron supports the immune system, and deficiency can make individuals more susceptible to infections and illnesses.Â
Health Consequences of Boron Deficiency
If left unaddressed, boron deficiency can have several long-term health consequences, including:
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Osteoporosis: Chronic boron deficiency can contribute to osteoporosis, a condition characterized by low bone mass and an increased risk of fractures.
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Arthritis: Insufficient boron intake can exacerbate arthritis symptoms, leading to increased joint pain, inflammation, and reduced mobility.
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Hormone-related disorders: Prolonged boron deficiency can increase the risk of hormone-related disorders, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and prostate issues.
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Cognitive decline: Long-term boron deficiency can contribute to age-related cognitive decline and an increased risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s
Restoring Boron Levels with Borax
Supplementing with Borax, which contains a rich boron content, can help address boron deficiency and improve overall health. By incorporating Borax into their health regimen, individuals can effectively restore their boron levels and alleviate symptoms associated with deficiency.Â
In addition to supplementing with Borax, individuals can improve their boron levels by incorporating boron-rich foods into their diet. Some of these foods include:
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Fruits: Boron is abundant in many fruits, such as apples, pears, grapes, cherries, plums, and dried fruits like raisins and prunes.
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Vegetables: Certain vegetables, like broccoli, kale, spinach, and beetroot, are good sources of boron.
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Nuts and seeds: Almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds are rich in boron and can be easily incorporated into the diet.
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Legumes: Beans, lentils, and chickpeas are excellent sources of boron and can be included in various meals.
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Grains: Whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, and oats, can provide a good amount of boron.
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Avocado: This nutrient-dense fruit is also a good source of boron and can be added to salads, sandwiches, or smoothies.
By incorporating these foods into their daily diet, individuals can help prevent boron deficiency and promote overall health. Additionally, it is essential to maintain a balanced and varied diet, as other nutrients also play a crucial role in supporting the body’s functions.
It is also worth noting that excessive boron intake can lead to toxicity, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and skin rash. While the risk of boron toxicity from food sources is low, following the recommended dosages when supplementing with Borax or other boron supplements is essential to avoid adverse effects.
In conclusion, understanding the importance of boron and addressing any deficiency can significantly impact overall health and well-being. Individuals can support various biological processes, including bone health, hormonal regulation, and cognitive function, by ensuring adequate boron intake through diet or supplementation. .(15)
Borax Detox
Borax can play a role in detoxifying the body thanks to its alkaline nature and anti-inflammatory properties. (16)Â
A borax detox can help neutralize acidic waste products in the body, support the elimination of toxins, and improve overall health. Regular use of Borax may promote better digestion, clearer skin, and improved energy levels.
Always consult a healthcare professional before starting a detox regimen, and remember to stay hydrated during the process.
Borax Safety Concerns
While Borax is considered safe for many uses, it is essential to exercise caution and follow guidelines for safe consumption and handling. When using Borax for health purposes, always start with a smaller dose and gradually increase it as needed. If you experience any side effects, discontinue use and consult with a healthcare professional.
To reduce your risk of side effects, always start with a smaller dose and monitor its impact. While the relative lethal dose (LD50) of Borax is similar to that of table salt, it is always wise to be cautious with your dosages. (17)
One simple remedy that may help with borax side effects, such as stomach pain, diarrhea, and gas, is taking three activated charcoal capsules or tablets at night before bedtime.
Make sure to drink plenty of water during the first week or two of taking Borax for the first time. Your body will need extra hydration while it purges toxins.
Borax During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Some regulatory bodies have classified Borax as a potential reproductive hazard, and its use during pregnancy and breastfeeding should be cautiously approached. However, when used responsibly and in moderation, Borax can offer a range of health benefits.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid taking Borax internally, as there is insufficient information about its safety during pregnancy and lactation.Â
Keeping Borax Away from Children and Pets
Keep Borax out of reach of children and pets; ingesting large amounts can be toxic. Â
Borax Research
Scientific research on the health benefits of Borax and boron is ongoing. Recent studies have investigated the potential role of boron in bone health, hormone regulation, and reproductive health. (18, 19)
Borax and Brain Health
Emerging research suggests that boron, the trace mineral found in Borax, may play a role in maintaining brain health and cognitive function. (20) Studies have shown that boron can positively impact memory, attention, and motor control. Although more research is needed to fully understand the role of boron in brain health, incorporating Borax into your health regimen may help support cognitive function and protect against age-related cognitive decline.
Borax and Skin Health
Borax’s antifungal and antimicrobial properties make it a beneficial natural remedy for various skin issues, including eczema, psoriasis, and acne. (21)Â
Applying a diluted borax solution topically may help alleviate symptoms and promote healing. Additionally, using Borax as an alternative to chemical-laden shampoos and skin care products can help reduce exposure to potentially harmful ingredients and support healthier skin.
Borax and Oral Health
Due to its alkaline nature and antimicrobial properties, Borax can also improve oral health. Gargling with a diluted borax solution can help neutralize oral acidity, reduce inflammation, and combat oral infections. (22) This natural remedy may benefit individuals suffering from swollen gums, bad breath, or other oral health issues.
Borax for Athletes and Sports Performance
With its rich boron content, Borax may also benefit athletes and those involved in sports. Boron has been shown to help improve muscle coordination, strength, and endurance. (23) Including Borax in a sports regimen can enhance overall performance and support bone health, which is crucial for athletes.
Borax and Eye Health
When used in a diluted solution, Borax can help soothe irritated eyes and alleviate symptoms of eye infections, such as conjunctivitis. The antimicrobial properties of Borax can aid in combating bacteria and other pathogens that cause eye infections. However, using a properly diluted solution and consulting a healthcare professional before using Borax for eye issues is essential. (24)
Borax and Wound Healing
Borax’s antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties make it a valuable wound-healing remedy. Applying a diluted borax solution to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns can help prevent infection and promote faster healing. (25)
Always clean the wound thoroughly before applying Borax, and consult a healthcare professional if the wound is severe or shows signs of infection.
Borax in Agriculture
Borax is used in agriculture as a source of boron, an essential micronutrient for plant growth and development. (26)
Addressing Boron Deficiency in Crops
It can be applied to the soil or used as a foliar spray to address boron deficiency in crops. Boron is crucial for cell wall formation, root development, and the proper functioning of plant metabolic processes. By ensuring adequate boron levels in the soil, farmers can enhance crop yield and quality.
Opting for Borax: A Greener Approach to Cleaning and Environmental Care
Borax is an environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals in various applications.
From household cleaning to pest control and health remedies, Borax offers a sustainable solution that reduces the environmental impact of our daily activities. By choosing Borax and other natural products, we can contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment for future generations.
Storing Your Borax Solution: Proper Guidelines and Tips
If you make Walter Last’s solution with distilled water and store it in a clean glass jar, you will avoid impurities contaminating the mixture. This will maximize the shelf life of the solution. Store the solution in the refrigerator for even better preservation, and always use a clean stainless steel spoon to take your dose out of the jar. If your solution looks cloudy or smells off, discard it and make another batch.
Borax Alternatives: Discovering Other Health-Boosting Options
Some people may be uncomfortable taking any amount of Borax internally. In many cases, taking a high-dose boron supplement can achieve similar results.
Conclusion
Borax, a natural and versatile compound, has been used for years to treat various health issues and improve overall well-being. Its anti-inflammatory properties and mineral content, particularly boron, effectively treat arthritis, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases, and hormone imbalances. Borax is a popular alternative to conventional cleaning products and personal care items like shampoo.Â
Below, you can find numerous posts from Earth Clinic readers sharing their personal experiences of using Borax to treat various health conditions. These firsthand accounts provide insights into the potential benefits of using Borax as a natural remedy for different ailments.
(32 references and citations are at the source LINK HERE with hundreds of treatment stories.)
Article #2. The borax conspiracy: how this arthritis cure has been stopped
By Walter Last. The source is HERE. Published July 5, 2017. His website is www.health-science-spirit.com. Abridged for brevity and readability.Â
You may not be able to imagine that Borax, the humble insecticide and laundry detergent, has the potential to singlehandedly bring down our entire economic system. But you do not need to worry; the danger has been recognized, and the necessary steps are already being taken to defuse the situation. I will start with the basics, and you will understand what I mean as the story unfolds.
Borax, a naturally occurring mineral commonly mined from dried salt lakes, is the source of other manufactured boron compounds. The primary deposits are in California and Turkey. Chemical names are sodium tetraborate decahydrate, disodium tetraborate decahydrate, or sodium borate.Â
Borax is commonly sold as technical or agricultural grade with 99 to 99.5% minimum purity. Potential impurities are sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, bicarbonate, carbonate, sulfate, and phosphate, but not toxic or heavy metals. This grade includes Borax, commonly used as a household cleaner. Pharmaceutical grade is not purer.
Borax is the sodium salt of the weak boric acid. Because sodium is more strongly alkaline, a solution of Borax is strongly alkaline with a pH between 9 and 10 (pH 7 is neutral). When ingested, it reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form boric acid and sodium chloride. The boron content of Borax is 11.3%, and for boric acid, it is 17.5%. Ingested boron compounds are rapidly and nearly completely excreted in the urine. Formerly, boric acid was widely used as a preservative in foods but is now banned in most countries. It is also banned from public sale in Australia.
Conventional medicine claims boron may not be essential for humans, but research shows we need it. Since boron is present in all plants and unprocessed foods, we do not know for sure. Diets with a fair amount of fruit and vegetables provide about 2 to 5 mg of boron per day, but this also depends on the region where the food was grown and how it was grown.
The average intake in developed countries is only 1-2 mg of boron daily. Institutionalized patients may receive only 0.25 mg of daily boron. Chemical fertilizers inhibit the uptake of boron from the soil. Although an organic apple grown in good soil may have 20 mg boron, it may have only 1 mg of boron if produced using fertilizer. This issue and poor food choices have significantly reduced our boron intake compared to 50 or 100 years ago.
Unhealthy cooking methods reduce the availability of boron in food. Discarding vegetable cooking water eliminates most of the minerals. This sometimes occurs during both home and commercial cooking. Gluten sensitivity and Candida overgrowth inhibit the absorption of minerals as well. These issues make health problems due to boron deficiency common.
Health Effects of Boron
Due to their boron content, Borax and boric acid basically have the same health effects. They have good antiseptic, antifungal, and antiviral properties and a mild antibacterial action. Boron is essential for cell walls’ integrity and function in plants and animals.
Boron is distributed throughout the body, with the highest concentration in the parathyroid glands, followed by bones and dental enamel. It is essential for healthy bone and joint function and helps regulate calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus absorption and metabolism through its influence on the parathyroid glands. Boron functions for the parathyroids in ways analogous to what iodine does for the thyroid.
Boron deficiency causes the parathyroid to become overactive, releasing too much parathyroid hormone. This raises the blood level of calcium by removing calcium from bones and teeth, which leads to osteoarthritis and other forms of arthritis, osteoporosis, and tooth decay. With advancing age, high blood levels of calcium lead to calcification of soft tissues that cause muscle contractions and stiffness. Other effects include calcification of endocrine glands, especially the pineal and ovaries. Arteriosclerosis, kidney stones, and calcification of the kidneys may ultimately lead to kidney failure. Boron and magnesium deficiency are especially damaging to the bones and teeth.
Boron affects the metabolism of steroid hormones, especially sex hormones. It increases low testosterone levels in men and estrogen levels in menopausal women. It also has a role in converting vitamin D to its active form, thus increasing calcium uptake and deposition into bone and teeth rather than causing soft tissue to calcify. Other beneficial effects that have been reported include improvement of heart problems, vision, psoriasis, balance, memory, and cognition.
The German cancer researcher Dr Paul-Gerhard Seeger has shown that cancer commonly starts with the deterioration of cell membranes. Because boron is essential for cell membranes and boron deficiency is widespread, this may cause tumors. Boron compounds have anti-tumour properties and are “potent anti-osteoporotic, anti-inflammatory, hypolipemic, anti-coagulant and anti-neoplastic agents” (1).
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The Assault on Borax
Arthritis and osteoporosis affect about 30% of the population in developed countries. Because of fractures, primarily of the hip, osteoporosis is responsible for more profitable long-term hospital care than any other disease. These revenues would be threatened if the boron-magnesium cure for these diseases became well known.Â
Most research funding comes from the pharmaceutical industry. It suppressed Dr. Newnham’s findings and other positive osteoporosis studies. Instead, the money goes into developing patentable boron drugs for limited applications such as chemotherapy. Other studies are published to discredit boron. For example, a test-tube experiment found that a relatively low dose of about 4 grams of Borax can damage lymphocytes. Most positive borax studies now come from China, Japan, and Turkey.
Newnham and L.Y. Zhou published two important borax papers describing their arthritis study at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the treatment of skeletal fluorosis in China. These have been removed from PubMed and presumably censored. Other trials by these authors are still available.Â
In addition, efforts are made to publicly demonize Borax for its alleged reproductive and infant toxicity. For example, a ‘senior scientist’ of the supposedly ‘green’ Environmental Working Group was quoted exaggerating the Borax dangers. It was a deliberate campaign to make people grateful for borax bans.Â
The EU spearheaded a campaign to replace the product previously sold as Borax for laundry and cleaning with “Borax Substitute.” In June 2010, Borax and boric acid were reclassified as “Reprotoxic Category 2,” suggesting that they may be harmful to the reproductive functions of humans in high doses. The product package must display the skull and crossbones symbol. As of December 2010, these products were no longer available for public sale within the EU. Fortunately, non-EU countries still have some leeway regarding general sales. This initiative is part of a Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), which will be implemented soon. Australia is well-advanced in preparing regulations to implement the GHS for industrial chemicals, with new regulations expected in 2012 (21).
No scientific credibility backs any of this, but the stage has been set for Borax and boric acid to be removed from global sale. Even low-level and less effective boron tablets are now tightly controlled by the pharmaceutical industry and may be restricted at any time using the Codex Alimentarius regulations. These are a collection of international standards, guidelines, and codes of practice supposedly designed to protect the health of consumers and ensure fair practices in the food trade.
Yoho note: After I learned all this, I freaked out and bought a big box of 20 Mule Team Borax. Remember, since I retired, I do not give medical advice except to say that eating a Borax sandwich is a bad idea. I have been (very) lightly salting watermelon with it and am still alive. This is what I do, not a recommendation.
Parting shot: Polymath Paul
Like iodine, many boron internet references have been censored. “Adrian” on was a great source who was removed from YouTube. Rockefeller Medicine would relegate Borax to a toxic cleaning compound and have us view boric acid as a poisonous insecticide.Â
But our bodies need boron, and our soils have been depleted of it. Taken with magnesium, Borax can often eliminate arthritis pain. I put a pinch of 20 Mule Team borax into a water bottle daily. I also use Borax in my bath water, along with Epsom salts. This helps with aluminum removal, skin health, heat tolerance, bone hardness, etc. etc.
Taking boron and magnesium improves arthritic conditions more than most anti-inflammatory drugs. The Israelis get almost no arthritis due to the incredibly high boron content of their soil.
Borax is antifungal; when I wash clothes in it, I’ve left them in the machine for as long as 5 days and smelled no mildew.
Adequate boron and magnesium is necessary for the production of calcitonin by the parathyroid glands. Boron tells the bone calcium to stay there and not leach into the blood to be deposited into soft tissues.
Boron makes our bones significantly harder and is amazing for boosting heat tolerance.
I’m firmly convinced aging is 95% immunnosenescence, which primarily manifests as the accumulation of free iron and calcium that accumulate in the aging body. The other major factor is an increasingly virulent microbiome that produces damaging LPS/endotoxin and lipopolysaccharides.
References
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Boron Compounds Exhibit Protective Effects Against Aluminum-Induced Neurotoxicity and Genotoxicity:Â In Vitro and In Vivo Study
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Summary about boron at the GrowYouthful website.
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Summary article with references HERE.
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HEREÂ is a book reference.
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HERE is a traditional medicine reference that recommends 3 mg a day, which may be inadequate.
YES!!! This is an excellent article! I take 3mg. of Boron daily, as well as Tumeric, etc. I bought a box of Borax to have on hand as well. GREAT INFORMATION! Thank you Doctor!
Do you take capsules?
I take a Trace Mineral capsule, which has 3mg. of Boron.
larger doses are likely better for you; see the video at the start
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Yes Robert!!! I take 1/4 teaspoon of borax at the least a day a year now with zero side effects! My wife 1/8th at least and no side effects! It did immensely improve her menopause symptoms and our sex lives, she is 56 and me 58!!! I even put a pinch a day on my dogu2019s food and cured his extreme Candida (yeast) outbreaks!!! It is a miracle mineral but people are scared to take the borax or take to low a dose!!! You need at least 50 mg a day in my book to see any results!!!
I thought it was every day ha
Do you happen to know the dosage for dogs, 20kg, my dogs has severe arthritis you can see it on the x-rays. She is on turmeric+black pepper, greenlipmusschel, collagen type 1-3, 1 scoop 2x a day, devils claw and msm,. i wanted to add yucca shidera? as well.
Dr Yoho, when you add boron to the liter of water, do you drink the entire liter over the course of the day?
yes at 1/4 teaspoon in the liter
I’d check that dosage out, 113 mg sounds extremely high. I’ve been supplementing boron for years at a dose of around 6mg. a day. You’re talking almost twenty times that. We mix a teaspoon of borax into a quart of water and drink two teaspoons a day, which works out to approximately 6mg.
I’ll add that it has no taste, we add it to our morning coffee. Also, my wife and I are 60, without a hint of arthritis. One box of 20 mule team borax costs around $5 and will last you a lifetime.
this is really fascinating! thanks much!
Im going to try in coffee thanks for suggestion. How much?
I make borax water by putting one teaspoon in a quart of water, let it dissolve, then use two teaspoons of that water in my morning coffee.
Don, I take at least the 113 mg to 140 a day and my wife about 75 to 100mg a day for the last year with no toxicity issues to date! We feel fantastic!!! It is the only supplement I have ever taken were I felt it actually make a difference in my life!!!
Really? I knew it had numerous benefits and started taking it probably a decade ago. I think it raised my testosterone. But I also had heard toxicity reports. Good info is hard to find so I kept it on the the low side. It’s a shame this info isn’t readily available. I might consider a higher dose, thanks!
It boosted my testosterone TREMENDOUSLY!!! I had just started back exercising lightly and after taking it for a couple weeks my muscles got a lot firmer, more and better pumps and major growth! It also made my 57 year old libido jump a lot higher too!!! It is a miracle mineral my friend!!! My wife at 56 years old had little to no interest in sex anymore because of menopause even though she had been extremely interested only a few years prior!!! Holy Cow, when she started taking the Borax (Boron), about 1/4 teaspoon a day as she weighed about 185 when she started, she is a BBW woman, her libido went literally through the roof!!! She was actually following me around the house asking me to have sex with her and we were having sex 2 to 3 times a day for about 2 months!!! I had to even tell her a couple of times, u201Cno more! I am exhausted and worn it!!!u201D It even gave her here lubrication back in her vagina that had severely gone away!!!
I try to tell everyone about it and most just say, u201Cbut itu2019s laundry detergent it will make you sick!!! I send them the exact info that is contained in this Substack and tell them about my and my wifeu2019s experiences and most still just refuse to believe me!!! My stupid ass brother-in-law, wifeu2019s brother, even put a teaspoon full in his mouth trying to eat it, after I told him how to dissolve a 1/4 teaspoon in water and drink throughout the day, called us up and said that stuff taste like shit and donu2019t work!!! I seriously donu2019t understand what is wrong with people nowadays!!!
I know it is a valid product that works because Germany and Australia have banned its usage in any form and you canu2019 buy it in England hardly, I am told!!! That tells me right there how good it must be as if it was bad for you like the hackcines, Remdesvir and the Covid anti-viral pills from Pfizer, they would be commercials on tv telling you to take it!!!
thanks for the writeup!
fascinating! …. based on your wife’s experience, I will be trying this for sure! …. now, where do I find a willing partner?? 🙂
You on your own with that one my friend!!!
And Borax water is great for interfering w nanotechnology cdb just ask the Morgellon victims
Along w sodium citrate which also happens to be a non toxic blood thinner…
Id ask how you know it raised your testosterone but im a little afraid. uD83DuDE02
My wife thinks I have more energy. uD83DuDE09
the caveat was to try it for 5 days at a time. I am only quoting this source.
It just sounded high, but look how low the RDAs of various vitamins are. I try to tell people they need way more and they think I’m a nut. And we’ve been fear mongered about vitamins and supplements. After listening to the podcast and reading some comments here I think I’ll try a higher dose.
About as toxic as salt
I’ll let you know my results. I’m wondering if the higher dose will do anything noticable since I’ve been supplementing for so long.
Glad you know about Earth Clinic, it’s such a treasure trove of information. We’ve been boron imbibers for about a year now. It has helped with my spouse’s arthritic pain in his knee. Boron and Lugol’s iodine are the only things I do for my health (other than eat carnivore).
EarthClinic.Comis awesome!!
I hope you are going to write another book on supplements so I can add it to my Yoho library.
It’s in the works but Judas Dentistry keeps getting revised
That is awesome news. Thank you for sharing your years of experience and wisdom.
I’m the George Plimpton of Substack. I try out for the pros but am just a writer ha.
Like Plimpton, you have so many interests. As with the Sirens of Ulysses singing your song you have no capability to fight against it.
You may as well wait for the fluoride case to close! Im pretty excited about the possibility of change there. Thank you for your informative and entertaining work!
This is awesome. Thank you for all these natural remedy protocols. I ordered some boron supplements from Amazon. Thank you.
Great post, thanks. I laughed about your 20 Mule Team freak out. (I always salt my watermelon too.) uD83DuDE00 I tried it years ago – bought caps and the big box but maybe my dose was too low. Made some laundry soap too. Another maligned wonder is DMSO. If they ban it or use it for livestock, itu2019s probably great. We find MSM is also quite effective for arthritis symptoms. Best.
DMSO is the bomb. Had to leave my supply in Canada when I left.
Any idea where I can find some in So Cal? (I know where to get it, albeit under the counter, in Las Vegas.)
Many thanks in advance.
Edit: The last time I purchased it, 8 oz was $8.00.
Found it @ Walmart just now for $22.00 US! Wowza.
At least it’s available though.
Try the Pure Living Store. com
feed stores have it by the gallon for horses
Yummy.Doc.com. She is a doctor and all natural healer with her own products. Also on Telegram.
Bummer, I get a lot of stuff from iherb in the US but see they donu2019t have it. Iu2019m in Canada too and found a mother load at a veterinary supply store online, very reasonable too. Looks like Dr. Yoho already mentioned that. Kudos to you for leaving Canada and the dictatorship.
I’m writing about this soon.
DMSO is in my pipeline. There are lots of references; do you have one you like best?
Sorry about not replying sooner, Dr. Yoho – just saw this now and did not get an email alert. There is a website from a lady in Canada, Jini Patel-Thompson, that has a lot of great information, specifically on IBD, but uses DMSO a lot. She had Crohnu2019s and healed herself. Her father and brother(s)? are physicians but she has a healthy distrust of the mecical system and is also awake. Some of her stuff is being censored. Her site is listentoyourgut.com. I learned to say no to colonoscopies from her info, some of which my GI doc confirmed. Smart lady.
I so agree. If a 3 letter agency says its bad then go do it or buy it. uD83DuDE05
Another great takedown of an official narrative used to discredit a cheap natural product. I used to make a cream that called for Borax. I was always a little concerned because I stupidly believed the official spin and failed to do my own research. At some point, the powers that be will certainly need to censor Dr. Yoho’s work.
The next thing ya know youu2019ll be looking into pure gum spirits of turpentine.
Hey! I read about that years ago and forgot about it. Thanks for reminding me.
A must-have in my medicine toolkit.
For sure. Could not find it locally so found it overseas from Etsy, quite reasonable.
Interested in more info. Have a link? French maritime pine extract is good for clogged arteries so wondering about that turpentine
Just be cautious. If I had a $1.00 for every diabetes, bowel movement, and Tinnitus ad I’ve seen I’d have a nice nest egg, instead of worrying about If I can ever afford new Hearing Aids. I had to take them out for the 2 MRIs. #1 was with their foam earplugs, I heard every sound the machine made, and I’m nearly deaf without my Aids, #2 I used the crappy music muffs but still heard the machine over the music and muffs. I’ve tried Turmeric for a year in the right amount for OA, never worked nor did the 2 years of Glucosamine Chondroitin formula.
Gosh , have you tried the Cucurmin with biopiperine & Bromelin. Some take 1, some take 2, I am better with 2 in the morning & 2 in the evening.
Great idea
Bromelin, didn’t like my GI tract. Ashwagandha didn’t either. Even my calcium has to be Coral Cal Citrate. Which is getting harder to find.
Sounds like youu2019ve a delicate system there to manage, Gail. Humm, you have me wonderingu2026.I do not take Calcium but do take a D3 that also has K2. My bone density remains happy at age75. Glad of that!
Take d3 once a week. I use 50,000 IU capsules three of them. See my D post
And it’s just the spine. I fell yesterday, other than some scrapes and bruises, the rest of the body except the spine pain is ok. Only broken bones are small toes. 5,000 UI D3 and K2-7. We are the same age. Popped the first disc in my 30s pushing a heavy door open.
Omgosh! I am quite sorry to hear of this fall,Gail! It sounds like a big one to me. Please get well asap! Toes count!! Iu2019ve only broken 1 baby toe in my teens
->had to wear saddle shoes that were so Ugly for awhile!
Usually, I get the 2 small toes. on both feet not at the same time. I hit furniture legs. Didn’t start that till my 40’s.
Saddle shoes were in style for us. As well as Mary Janes. Never liked them. I wear house shoes until the swelling goes down. I’m hard to fit for shoes to begin with, at a size 5 medium. For these China-made ones, I need a 5.5 Wide. And there is no quality, despite the fact I buy Clarks clogs. Which are not cheap. Very hard to find.
Hope Iu2019m not too silly hereu2026Size 5?!! Size 10 1/2 here.My very enjoyed winter time indulgence is the Haflinger Grizzly boiled wool slipper/shoe. So cozy all winter long!uD83DuDE07u2764uFE0FuD83DuDE4F
I’m the runt on all my mom’s side of the family all my girl cousins are taller than me. Been a size 5 shoe since 14. Allergic to wool. Leather shoes and cotton clothes. I live in jeans and T’s since my biggest trips are to the grocery store.
Hello Gail, I believe that tinnitus has multiple possible etiologies. Clinical, Iu2019ve often seen a deficiency in zinc and/ or B12. Home zinc testing is fairly easy to do. Acquire some good quality liquid zinc and take a swig and hold it for about five seconds. Over a few seconds you should start to taste a very ugly taste if you have enough zinc. If you are deficient this taste will not appear and / or appear very lightly.
You may also want to research The use of vitamin K 2u20137 to help decalcify any areas that have too much calcium. Wishing you well.
Yes and do not forget lions mane mushroom, my husband had his high tones in no time back, while he was taking it for a whiplash….Just a thought.
Excellent idea! I use Lions mane in MS and anti-cancer , but I love your comment ! Thank you for sharing !
I do just a pinch of Borax (Prescribed for Life USP NF) about 3-4 times per week in about 24 oz of water. I have an old hand injury that getu2019s inflamed and painful. The borax makes a big difference. I went away from 20 Mule brand as it doesnu2019t dissolve as easily in water vs. the USP NF.
It is important to consider that Western Australian soils are notoriously sandy and so have limited capacity to store nutrients – this may have had a significant impact on the original finding – if boron deficiency is in the soil it will affect plants too – farmers will respond by fertilising and typically as fertilizers are applied and organic carbon increases the capacity to store micro nutrients like boron increases and this should flow through to higher boron in the agricultural products.
Ps many soils in South Australia and the Victorian Mallee have toxic levels of Boron that reduce plant growth.. like most things one size doesnu2019t fit all ..
No. Fertilizer strips boron see sugar growing areas …highest arthritis and lowest boron soil. And they do fertilize
If you increase yields by fertilising with NPKS but not adding Bo then yes you will lower Bo in the soil.. but my inference was when farmers in low Boron soils, see the effect on plants growth and so add Boron as fertiliser and this should correct deficiency in their products ..
I just recommended to a friend who complained about his trigger finger last week. He read the article then googled borax and told me it seems pretty risky. Okay uD83EuDD23
Thanks Dr. Yoho! This is fascinating stuff. Thank you for all the links as well. Hubby just had arthroscopy and acromioplasty on his shoulder. Surgeon said he had grade 2-3 out of 4 arthritis and he also has gout. This boron/borax sounds great and how amazing that you have had positive results so quickly! We will be giving it a try.
I can’t believe you are cheating on me and Val already?! 😉 interesting stuff, for sure! so much to learn out there, cheap, easy and effective things that we use every day. Great info!! Michelle
Michelle owns Snoot Spray.
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Thanks. Found an online source but if they have a brick and mortar will track them down.
You shoukd be able to find 20 mule team
I forgot to mention that castor oil has some amazing, healing benefits and is still easy to find. You just need a (reusable) wool flannel cloth to apply. Lots of good info online.
Excellent. Even pure baking soda is a health food. Screw big pharma, the butchers of humanity.
Bob Red Mill baking soda has no aluminum in it.. I take it daily, as well!
Using google scholar:
with the search terms “borax Arthritis” one gets About 4,040 results. That’s too many to wade through. To reduce the number of hits for peer review publications it is best to use one of most commonly used chemical names, so I chose sodium tetraborate.
FYI: Scientist, chemist and medical authors and journals really like the use of chemical names.
Search terms “Sodium tetraborate Arthritis” revealed about 1,750 results.
I picked the third one listed because ‘double blind’ was used in the title. The citation and abstract (short) are below.
Travers, R. L., Rennie, G. C., & Newnham, R. E. (1990). Boron and arthritis: the results of a double-blind pilot study. Journal of Nutritional Medicine, 1(2), 127-132.
A copy of the abstract is below.
This report describes the conduct and results of a double-blind trial comparing oral intake of 6 mg of boron per day to placebo in the treatment of arthritis. The results indicate that boron may well be beneficial. Of the 10 patients on boron, five improved and five did not, but only one of the 10 patients on the placebo improved. This was essentially a pilot trial which showed that a small quantity of boron would greatly relieve severe osteo-arthritis. Of those starting the trial, 50% using boron improved as compared with 10% on placebo; or if we consider those who completed the trial, 71% improved while using boron. There were no side-effects and these were sought. The indication is that boron (as sodium tetraborate decahydrate) are safe and beneficial in the treatment of osteo-arthritis and that further research is required.
This study was cited by 121 other articles.
Always do your own research to make sure what your reading is not BS.
Dr. Robert is batting 100% in everything he writes.
Thanks Dr. Robert keep up the good work.
And that’s a low dose of boron
5-LOXIN is a refined concentrate of the active ingredient of what came to be called boswellia after it was largely forgotten to have come from frankincense. It has held my arthritis in remission since I started taking it.
I have tested boron via liquid by Trace Minerals (one dropper per day). So far I have been on it twice, then fell of the wagon, and every time, my body aches returned. I am convinced that this stuff works. Amazing how many helpful things there are… if you really look. 🙂
Dr Yoho, I followed one of the videos you recommended here – from this video, this Dr said, u201C Magnesium oil
For Parkinson’s disease
https://www.brighteon.com/956cdc5c-ecd5-4a65-ab77-c7cad1d4eb4b
And thank you so, so much for your posts here!!! Gods Blissings to yoUs!
half of us are magnesium deficient. The oil is a way to get more into your body than you can orally. It is particularly helpful for atrial fibrillation or even hypertension. Best
Hi Robert, I’ve just been reading about your problem with Ankle Arthritis, it may be Gout that is causing the problem. Cherries, either fresh or dried, or cherry juice/juice concentrate lower uric acid and reduce inflammation. It could be worth a try and probably taste’s better than Boron.
Kind regards,
Michael Briody.
Nothing boring about boron
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4712861/
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Readers might be interested in this article available online : The borax conspiracy by Walter Last
Great article. I have been using Borax for the past 18 months. My arthritis relief was almost instant. I only take 1/8 tsp daily but may increase as needed after reading your dosing amounts.
I also added copper sulfate which greatly helped my seasonal allergies, psoriasis’s and sleep.
I have many broken bones and am trying to replenish my collagen with copper, Vit C and zinc.
To assist my arthritis I stopped taking synthetic vitamin D and purchased a Sperti UVB lamp. Way more energy and joint improvement.
I also purchased a Redlight/NIR light. So far great results for pain and energy.
This substack is a great find.
I think I read in one of the comments, but canu2019t find it now, that you can add to something other than water? Iu2019m wondering if I can add a bit of my electrolyte powder to the mix for flavoring. Or is borax in water tasteless?
I learn something new every day.
thank you uD83DuDE0A
Interesting Stuff!!
Sodium borate
The sodium is the crucial ingredient. No 1 on blood tests for very good reasons.
The government health advice from the 80s recommended restricting salt, chronic disease has escalated ever since!
My article How does salt restriction lead to heart disease explains all the ramifications
https://jane333.substack.com/p/how-does-salt-restriction-lead-to
Adding to my prior comment
Hydration equals salt plus water – low salt or dehydration or hyponatremia are the same condition. Hyponatremia is life threatening, an emergency.
The adrenals respond to this emergency with all their adrenocortical hormones not just aldosterone.
Chronic dehydration results in chronic adrenocortical response. This changes the kidneys state of ease (releasing sodium) to dis-ease (retaining sodium). And results in adrenal fatigue or hyperplasia.
Chronic raised cortisol leads to blood sugar problems and diabetes.
Chronic adrenaline leads to anxiety for not good reason and panic attacks.
All the sex hormones are depressed leading to infertility.
The body thrives in a fully hydrated state. Think about a baby versus the elderly – the marked change is hydration. The body is self healing in a hydrated state. This is why hospitals use the ubiquitous saline drip. Rehydration is their biggest and best tool.
When salt is taken off the table all salt stores are raided in the body.
This reduces joint fluid/cushion as water follows salt.
This reduces muscle bulk.
This reduces bone density.
The eyes lose flexibility.
Hip and knee replacements have become common.
Dementia has become common. A chronically dehydrated brain loses function.
A headache is the first sign of dehydration, itu2019s not an indicator for Panadol.
Big pHARMa profits from low salt directives.
My 13 year old volleyball playing daughter started taking trace minerals Liquid boron for her patellar tendonitis and patellfemoral issues. I am giving her about 2 mg so itu2019s 1/3 of a dropper. Sheu2019s been on it for about 5-6 days. How long will it take to improve? Will it improve tendon inflammation?