Powder for the Stomach

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wolf of Dimst (Gabelhover, 1599)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Ginger	Zingiber officinalis
Nutmeg	Myristica fragrans
Galangal	Alpina officinarum
Clove	Eugenia caryophyllus
Mace	Myristica fragrans
Zedoary	Curcuma zedoaria
Aniseed	Pimpinella anisum
Fennel seed	Foeniculum vulgare
Sage	Salvia officinalis
Rue seed	Ruta graveolens
Frankincense	Boswellia sacra	2 drams ea.
Sugar Candy	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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