I discovered the medicinal benefits of eating Field Horsetail by
accident when I decided to eat some out off the side of the road, and
now that I have done some research into it - I would strongly
encourage those who are battling cancer to consider trying it.

Photos of it are here:
http://www.cwss-scm.ca/Weeds/images/Eq1-field-horsetail.JPG

For approximately 10-14 hours after eating 3 or 4 'tails' I have
noticed the following:
- dramatic clarity of thought, good mood.
- aches go away, the whole body feels good
- generally very good feeling of well being and increased energy.

When I did some research onto the net about Field Horsetail (a weed) I
was shocked to read the following from

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6T6R-4F29HSP-1&_user=1\
0&_coverDate=07%2F31%2F2005&_rdoc=1&_fmt=&_orig=search&_sort=d&view=c&_acct=C000\
050221&_version=1&_urlVersion=0&_userid=10&md5=35fcc7549c063130525f91b26a2a432f
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Water extract and ethanol extract from top and body portions of field
horsetail (tsukushi) were prepared, and the antioxidative activity was
investigated using four different methods. The contents of total
phenolic components were richer in the ethanol extract fractions of
each portion than in the water extracts. On the other hand, protein
contents were much lower in ethanol extract fractions than in water
extract fractions. These fractions had remarkable antioxidative
activities, similar to that of 5 mM ascorbic acid. Water extracts of
both portions showed high superoxide anion radical-scavenging
activities. Hydroxyl radicals were effectively scavenged by ethanol
extracts. Field horsetail (tsukushi) is rich in vitamins C and E.
Moreover, it contains high levels of copper and zinc. These are
essential elements, for superoxide dismutase to act against active
oxygen species. Tsukushi is not only a health food, but is also useful
in preventing various degenerative diseases.
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When they say 'ethanol extract' that just means they made it into a
tincture, I just plucked some out of the ditch and ate it... Maybe you
might want to at least wash yours!!!

Do consider for a scientific paper to use terms such as 'superoxides'
it would have to be good.

NOW YOU KNOW SPREAD THE WORD AND TRY SOME IF YOU DON'T BELIEVE ME!

Please read some more about it here :

http://www.vitaminstuff.com/superoxide-dismutase.html

Another Excerpt:

Superoxide Dismutase has also been used to treat arthritis, prostate
problems, corneal ulcers, burn injuries, inflammatory diseases,
inflammatory bowel disease, and long-term damage from exposure to
smoke and radiation, and to prevent side effects of cancer drugs. In
its topical form, it may help to reduce facial wrinkles, scar tissue,
heal wounds and burns, lighten dark or hyperpigmentation, and protect
against harmful UV rays.