Electuary of Life
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Arnold de Villa Nova
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount |
|---|---|---|
|
Vitis vinifera |
2 lbs. | |
|
Glycyrrhiza glabra |
1 oz. | |
|
Terminalia chebula | ||
|
Terminalia chebula (yellow) | ||
|
Terminalia chebula (black) |
2 oz. ea. | |
|
Terminalia bellerica | ||
|
Emblica officinalis |
2 drams ea. | |
|
Cinnamonum zeylanicum |
1⁄2 oz. | |
|
Eugenia caryophyllus | ||
|
Alpina officinarum |
2 drams ea. | |
|
Myristica fragrans | ||
|
Oreganum marjorana | ||
|
Pimpinella anisum |
1⁄2 oz. ea. |
Preparation:
Decoct the Raisin and Licorice in 2 1⁄2 lbs. of water, then strain; next add the Myrobalans beaten into course powder, then strain; add 1 lb. Sugar and boil to the thickness of a Syrup. Towards the end, add the remaining herbs in fine powder, and form an Electuary.
Function:
nourishes Qi and Blood, moves Qi
Use:
1. strengthen all the principle Organs, Heart, Brain, Stomach, Liver, Spleen and organs of generation
2. promotes Health and Longevity
3. strengthens, but clears excess Humors
4. hinders Grey hair
5. strengthens Digestion
6. promotes a good complexion
Dose:
2 drams each morning
Cautions:
None noted
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