Hey Doug. That's basically what we all wind up doing--relying on either our gut instincts or personal experience. Because there's not one subject I've ever researched that hasn't had 'proof' for both sides of the issue. It comes down to a personal choice.
Good luck, I hope you find what you are looking for. -------Original Message------- From: polo Date: 9/12/2010 9:45:38 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: CS>Re: Croton Oil Plant Thanks for the heads-up. Yeah, that site does say it stimulates tumors, but here is a site that says it fights prostrate cancer: http://www.nutraingredients com/Research/Croton-oil-kills-off-prostate-cancer-in-lab-study Another site writes: "According to Hartwell (1967-1971), the seed oil and bark are used in folk remedies for cancerous sores and tumors." Go figure? Another online study suggests that croton oil can cause cervical and vaginal cancers if the herpes virus is also present, so I don't think that one counts as far as I am concerned. Yet another study suggests that mice that are treated for prolonged periods with topical croton oil may have skin cancer, but I say to that, any form of chronic inflammation will also do this. Cancer and inflammation is closely related. I have used it on horses for many years and have seen no resulting skin cancers from my own personal experiences. At any rate, thank you for your efforts. A lot of conflicting data out there so I can only go with my own personal experience with the substance. doug ----- Original Message ----- From: Melly Bag To: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, September 12, 2010 7:22 PM Subject: CS>Re: Croton Oil Plant Doug, Croton grows in Philippines. It seems to be a tumor promoter. Go to this link. http://www.stuartxchange.com/Tuba.html This features the croton oil plant with picture, description and uses. Melly
