Powder for the Memory

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Sennertus

Herb Name Nutmeg Aloeswood Frankincense Ivory Aniseed Mustard seed Coriander seed prepared Cubeb Cinnamon Pearl Musk Ambergris Manus Christi perlata *

Latin Myristica fragrans Aquillaria agallocha Boswellia sacra Eboris Pimpinella anisum Sinapis alba Coriandrum sativum Piper cubeba Cinnamonum zeylanicum Margarita Moschus Ambre gris Amount 1⁄2 dram ea. 1 scruple ea. 2 drams 1⁄2 dram 6 grains ea. 6 drams

* Manus Christi Perlata is a confection made with Rose Water, White Sugar and Pearl powder.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Regulates Qi, clears Cold and Damp, benefits the Brain

Use:

1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. Mental Dullness, poor Mental function, Lethargy

Dose:

1–1 1⁄2 drams

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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