I just learned about this while watching "Snake Diet" on youtube yesterday, this vid here is not him but tells you about using Borox to heal:
This article linked below gives some depth to the Borox for Health and Healing story:
http://www.health-science-spirit.com/borax.htm
I just ordered some today and will try it out on myself and my brother soon, I'll let you know the results.... PEACE
NONE of this is advice do with it what you will!