Borax & Honey: Understanding Uses, Composition & Safety

Borax is a naturally occurring substance found in plants and water. Recently, doctors have determined that it is also a necessary component to human nutrition, as well.

Chemical Composition

• Borax is comprised of sodium, oxygen, water and borate. The formula for borax is Na2B4O7.10H2O.

Uses

• In homeopathy, small doses of borax are used to treat everything from eczema to colic in children.

Safety

• Borax is a safe treatment when used in small, medicinal amounts. Always consult a homeopathic specialist before beginning a borax treatment regimen.

Symptoms

• Indications that borax is a possible treatment include red nose, headaches late in the morning, anxiety, granular eyelids and sore mouth.

Dosage

• Borax can be mixed with honey and water and used as a mouthwash to treat a sore mouth and throat.