Powder to Restore

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Peter Concellini (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545)

Herb Name Coriander seed confected Aniseed Cinnamon Aromaticum Rosatum Chicken Gizzard skin prepared

Latin Coriandrum sativum Pimpinella anisum Cinnamonum zeylanicum Aromaticum Rosatum Galli Stomachichum Corium Amount 2 oz. 1 oz. 6 drams ea. 1 oz.

Preparation:

Powder the herbs and Gizzard skin, and with twice its weight of Rose Sugar, form a Powder

Function:

Strengthens the Stomach, benefits Digestion

Use:

Debility associated with digestive weakness

Dose:

1 spoonful after food.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

This formula contains Chicken Gizzard which is a rich source of digestive enzymes. This powder therefore promotes and increases digestion, and therefore may be useful in cases of weakness associated with faulty digestion and malabsorption.
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