Dear Bob Liebert,

What will help dissolve low back bone spurs, and get rid of the inflammation in my spine? Thanks,
- Anonymous

Dear Friend,

I have seen good results using fresh POKE ROOT extract used externally to relieve pain caused by bone spurs, as well as reducing them. The POKE can be taken internally as well, but it is a potent herb: 2 to 5 DROPS are taken twice a day, 1 week on and 4 days off. The INFLAMMAID Formula and WHITE WILLOW extract can be added for pain and inflammation relief. Finally, the SHEPHERD'S PURSE extract helps to eliminate excess calcium through the kidneys. One last important item is the taking of Apple Cider Vinegar (from the health food store), which promotes hydrochloric acid to break down calcium, and flushes excess from the system. The use of this and the POKE externally would be the priorities, and the others very good aids, depending on what you wish to try.

Yours in healing,
Bob Liebert, herbalist

You can buy these herbs and many more in the Formula and Single Herb sections of the Teeter Creek Herb website. Herbs that don't appear in the Formula or Single Herb lists can usually be requested in the "Message" section at the bottom of the order page.

The information expressed is the personal observations of Herbalist Bob Liebert based on his personal experience and his studies of folk and traditional herbalism. These observations are not meant to be a substitute for qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. Uses of many of the herbs have not been scientifically verified.