Powder for the Stomach

Powder for the Stomach

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wolf of Dimst (Gabelhover, 1599)

Herb Name Latin Amount *
Ginger Zingiber officinalis 2 drams ea.
Nutmeg Myristica fragrans 1⁄4 lb.
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
Sugar Candy Saccharum

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Cold and Damp, regulates Qi, benefits the Stomach

Use:

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
1⁄41⁄2 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.

This is a gentle and pleasant medicine for the Stomach which is both strengthening and regulating.

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