Decoction to Expel Bile

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Andernacus

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Endive	Chicorium endiva
Chicory	Chicorium intybus
Agrimony	Agrimonia eupatoria	1⁄2 handful ea.
Borage fl ower	Borago officinalis
Bugloss fl ower	Anchusa officinalis
Violet fl ower	Viola odorata	1⁄2 pugil ea.
Tamarind	Tamarindus indica	1 oz.
Damask Prune	Prunus domestica	5
Licorice	Glycyrrhiza glabra	1 1⁄2 drams

Preparation:

Decoct

Function:

clears Heat, clears Bile, benefits the Liver

Use:

1. used for Bile disorders;
2. also for Liver Heat disorders;
3. can be used for Skin diseases etc.

Dose:

small cupful, 2 or 3 times daily

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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