Powder for the Stomach
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Wolf of Dimst (Gabelhover, 1599)
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount |
|---|---|---|
|
Zingiber officinalis | ||
|
Myristica fragrans | ||
|
Alpina officinarum | ||
|
Eugenia caryophyllus | ||
|
Myristica fragrans | ||
|
Curcuma zedoaria | ||
|
Pimpinella anisum | ||
|
Foeniculum vulgare | ||
|
Salvia officinalis | ||
|
Ruta graveolens | ||
|
Boswellia sacra |
2 drams ea. | |
|
Saccharum |
1⁄4 lb. |
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Clears Cold and Damp, regulates Qi, benefits the Stomach
Use:
This is a gentle and pleasant medicine for the Stomach which is both strengthening and regulating.
1. Stomach Pain
2. Indigestion
3. Wind, bloating
4. Colic
Dose:
This is sprinkled on Toast which is then dipped in wine, and eaten in the morning.
It can also be taken in doses of 1⁄4–1⁄2 teaspoon, or 1 scruple–1⁄2 dram
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
The sugar can be reduced to equal weight of the combined herbs. Honey could also be used in place of Sugar.
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