(08-06-2010, 05:38 AM)mr.moobs Wrote: The guy definately wouldnt have kicked it if he hadnt had the character, guts and will. But that being said, the malva plant is a very effective 'calmant' of muscles and nerves. I've been using it as painkiller for various aches since 2005 with great success. I just pick the flowers and dry them for later use (bout a handfull in a liter of boiling water).the funky garlic trick amused me no end.
I've heard people that say that the malva root is very effective against throat infections, but I never tried it as I just do the funky garlic whenever I have an infection anywhere.
i guess anything can play it's part. i do think belief in something can make it so, as far as the psychology of a thing goes.