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Decoction for Sore Throat

Tradition:
Western

Source / Author:
Wirtzung

Herb Name
Roses
Pomegranate peels
Galls, beaten
Licorice
Currants
Red Wine
Latin
Rosa gallica
Punica granatum
Galla
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Ribes nigrum Vinum
Rubrum
Amount
3 handfuls
2
4
1⁄2 oz.
2 drams
1 quart

Preparation:
Boil together until one quarter has boiled away

Function:
clears Heat and Toxin, resolves Inflammation, eases Pain

Use:
1. acute Sore Throat
2. Laryngitis
3. Pharyngitis
4. beginning of Tonsillitis

Dose:
a little is taken warm 5–7 times daily; it may be used as a gargle

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:
1. If there is Ulceration, Honey of Roses (or plain Honey) is added
2. Sage would be a good addition

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