Syrup for the Memory
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Sennertus
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount * |
|---|---|---|
|
Iris germanica | ||
|
Acorus calamus | ||
|
Valeriana officinalis | ||
|
Anacyclus pyrethrum |
1⁄2 dram ea. | |
|
Alpina officinarum |
2 drams | |
|
Betonica officinalis | ||
|
Oreganum marjorana | ||
|
Melissa officinalis | ||
|
Thymus vulgaris | ||
|
Convallaria majalis |
1⁄2 handful ea. | |
|
Lavendula officinalis | ||
|
Salvia officinalis | ||
|
Lavendula stoechas |
2 handfuls ea. |
Preparation:
Decoct in 3 lbs. of water down to 1 1⁄2 lbs., and with sufficient Honey, form a Syrup. The herbs should be decocted first, adding the aromatics towards the end.
Function:
Clears Cold-Damp-Phlegm, opens the Orifices of the Brain, moves Qi, benefits the Brain and Memory
Use:
1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. Dull or Poor Mental function
3. poor Cerebral circulation
Dose:
2–4 oz.
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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