Dear Stephen, For those who want to use the whole Japanese knotweed powder, I am trying to determine how much this would be in grams for those who don’t like using capsules.
Herbs
Okay to use other knotweed species?
Dear Stephen, I am attempting to wild-harvest knotweed for my use and would like to know if Giant knotweed and Bohemian knotweed can be substituted for Japanese knotweed.
Banderol and samento study
Dear Stephen, Dr. Eva Sapi at the University of New Haven has done a study with samento and banderol. Do you have any comments on using banderol for treating chronic lyme?
Astragalus as preventative for kids
Dear Stephen, I was diagnosed with lyme and I am terrified for my kids. I am unsure of what to do for them – I don’t want to make them sicker and I don’t want them to fight this disease all of their lives.
Teasel draws out bacteria and viruses from organs?
Dear Stephen, It has been suggested I use teasel while treating for coinfections of lyme as it draws the bacteria out of organs and makes them easier to kill. Do you have experience with teasel?
Lyme herbs damaging to stomach long-term?
Dear Stephen, I am taking cat’s claw and resveratrol for lyme. You say it causes upset stomach. Is it possible to damage my stomach with long term use?
Artemisia from Zhang Clinic okay for chronic lyme?
Dear Stephen, You mention artemisinin for babesia and list as a possible source Zhang Clinic. The artemisia capsule sold by the clinic also contains astragalus. What to do?
Alternatives for Japanese knotweed
Dear Stephen, Even a small dose of Japanese knotweed results in nausea, cramping, and diarrhea. Can you recommend other herbs that may provide the same benefits of knotweed?
Samento and banderol
Dear Stephen, I know your views on samento, do you feel the same way about banderol?
Breast cancer and resveratrol
Dear Stephen, I am confused – does resveratrol have a negative effect on breast cancer or a positive effect?