Confection for Cold Kidneys

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb NameLatinAmount *
Endive seedChicorium endiva
Celery seedApium graveolens
Sorrel seedRumex acetosa1 dram ea.
MilletPanicum milliaceum2 drams
CinnamonCinnamonum zeylanicum
GingerZingiber officinalis
CloveEugenia caryophyllus
MaceMyristica fragrans1 1⁄2 drams ea.
Oxymel CompoundOxymel Composita 6 oz.
Honey of RoseMel Rosata3 oz.
SugarSaccharum 2 oz.

Preparation:

Mix and form a confection according to Art.

Function:

Warms the Kidneys, opens Obstructions, relieves Pain

Use:

Kidney pain associated with Cold (marked by no heat or thirst, with copious clear urine)

Dose:

Take a spoonful every 4 hours before food, continuing for 2 months

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:


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