Both strains of the Red Marine Alagae - gigarcina and dumontacea - are rated by the modern scientific world for their ability to support and improve the immune system.

One of the most beneficial sea vegetables known to man, these algae reportedly have the ability to slow down the growth of the herpes spores in the body: in other words, they slow down the ability of the virus to replicate. If blended with organic spirulina they make a convenient measured dose for HIV/AIDS and other deadly viruses.. Many people have switched from conventional creams which are used to treat herpes to this sea vegetable which has been collected and used for years by the Chinese, Celtic people of Scotland and many ancient peoples. When sea plants were being catalogued for pharmacological use, many of the red-pigmented algae showed promise as anti-herpatics. In fact most seaweeds tend to have indispensable proteins in the form of amino acids such as sulfated polysaccharide compounds and lycene which suppresses or reverse the multiplication of viruses in the body. In Chinese medicine Red Marine algae have also been prized for their ability to remove obstructions in the body by producing wetness and heat. The red algae have been used to treat boils, urinary infections, asthma, goitre and stomach problems, and tumours with varying degrees of success. However, they are best known to the western world for their topical use as a cure for cold sores and for their ability to reduce cholesterol in the blood. Taken internally as a tea once a day, they are also good for women who are experiencing menopause.

Stress, mental problems, tooth infections and sunburn are also among the complaints that can be relieved by the use of these algae.

- Buckston Harrison is well known for his work as a herbalist, especially in western Jamaica. He resides in Sheffield, Westmoreland.

Huber's Cauliflower One-pot

Try today's recipe for a delicious doctor-approved meal:

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower

1/2 cucumber

1 onion

5 pegs garlic

3 stalks escallion

1 tomato

1 lb pumpkin

1 lb cassava

1/2 lb yellow yam

4 stalks celery

1/4 head cabbage

4 stalks callaloo

3 pods annatto

1 sprig thyme

6 sprigs fennel

4 cayenne peppers

1/2 coconut

1 cup water

Method

. Wash all vegetables

. Place in medium pot with water

. Dice tomato, cucumber, garlic, cabbage, and thyme

. Add 1/2 of each of the other seasonings and simmer for 15 minutes

. Add the other half of the seasonings

. Slice yam and cassava and add to the pot in layers

. Break up cauliflower and sprinkle on top with pumpkin and greens

. Add coconut milk with annatto seeds

. Simmer till vegetables get tender

. Stir, let cool for a couple minutes and serve.

- Thomas 'Bongo Tommy' Huber is a Swiss national who migrated to Westmoreland's Retrieve District 10 years ago. He is a naturalist who lives off the land and is deeply involved in an ongoing effort to create Jamaica's next generation of exotic fruit trees.

From the mailbox:

Hi Buckston

I have sleep apnea and I fall asleep regularly especially while driving. I breathe with a machine while sleeping. I need a herbal cure. The doctor said I need to lose weight. I weigh 300 pounds and doctor says I should weigh 200 pounds or less. I am 54 years old and I also suffer from type 2 diabetes.

Roy

Dear Roy

A daily cup of Red and Blue Marine Alagae Blue plus spirulina should help to ease your problem in the short term, but come and see me.

Buckston and Huber's Alternative is not intended as a substitute for the diagnosis, cure, prevention or treatment of disease. You may send your questions and comments to thealternative@ jamaicaobserver.com

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