Wood Is Good Medicine

Wood Is Good Medicine I have been fascinated by the recent non-traditional means to improve patient recovery. Over the years, I have read about the benefits of natural sunlight, plants, water elements, rooms with a view of nature and even the color of the room and design of the bed.  As an animal lover, I … [Read more…]

Study Shows New Health Benefits From Forests

Study Shows New Health Benefits From Forests The benefits of ancient Asian medicine has become increasingly popular in recent years.  The local cultures are well known for historically having a close relationship with nature and using various local plants to treat specific medical problems.    In the US, the Native Americans were known to chew on … [Read more…]

Rapid Microwave-Assisted Acid Extraction of Metals from Chromated Copper Arsenate Treated Wood

Rapid Microwave used to treat wood

Rapid Microwave-Assisted Acid Extraction of Metals from Chromated Copper Arsenate Treated Wood Photo by Karelj Abstract – Chromated Copper Arsenate Treated Wood The effects of acid concentration, reaction time, and temperature in a microwave reactor on recovery of CCA-treated wood were evaluated. Extraction of copper, chromium, and arsenic metals from chromated copper arsenate (CCA)-treated southern pine … [Read more…]