Powder for the Stomach

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Wolf of Dimst (Gabelhover, 1599)

Herb Name

Ginger
Nutmeg
Galangal
Clove
Mace
Zedoary
Aniseed
Fennel seed
Sage
Rue seed
Frankincense
Sugar Candy

Latin


Zingiber officinalis
Myristica fragrans
Alpina officinarum
Eugenia caryophyllus
Myristica fragrans
Curcuma zedoaria
Pimpinella anisum
Foeniculum vulgare
Salvia officinalis
Ruta graveolens
Boswellia sacra
Saccharum

Amount












2 drams ea.
1⁄4 lb.

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 1⁄4–1⁄2 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.

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