An easy-to-understand, up-to-date guide on the highly publicized drug, DMSO DMSO—dimethyl sulfoxide—is a simple by-product of wood and has been called a “miracle” drug, capable of relieving pain, diminishing swelling, reducing inflammation, encouraging healing, and restoring normal function. In this groundbreaking work, award-winning health science writer Dr. Morton Walker examines the powerful and compelling case for the use of DMSO in the treatment of many debilitating disease and health-related problems. In Nature’s Healer, Dr. Walker cites documented cases of its astounding use in healing and prevention of a host of health disorders, including arthritis, stroke, cancer, mental retardation, and sports and auto injuries. He also recounts the dramatic story of the long struggle to gain FDA approval of DMSO.
Is DMSO a miracle drug? Some very persuasive case histories here, but no evidence that medicine or Big Pharma are willing to accept (maybe because it isn't patentable?). Widely used in Europe for a variety of ailments. Interesting enough for me to get some (it's inexpensive) and experiment on myself. Definitely helped relieve longstanding itching in my ears, and relief of minor burns.
Well written and referenced. Dr. Morton Walker is a medical doctor, and the book is written from that perspective. Meaning lots of information on the history and legal status of DMSO in the US, and its use in treating various conditions. While not so much on the biochemistry side.
What an amazing substance, with so many attributes that can aid in so many things. And of course, some diving into the dubious practices of the FDA, never a surprise there. I planned on reading multiple books on this particular subject, but this book is so very thorough on history, clinical trials, uses, dosages and compounds, I might be able to primarily use this one.