Herb Preparations

There are three methods of administering herbal formulas.  The first and most effective is raw herbs in a formula cooked to create a tea.  This method is the quickest and strongest.  It is also the most unpleasant.  Raw herbs are typically used to treat acute, severe conditions.  

The second method is the use of herbal powders.  These powders are prepared by the cooking of the herbs under GMP (Good Manufacturing Procedures) and then dried like powdered milk.  Powders are very useful where taste is a factor, for more chronic conditions and for convenience.

The third form of herbal formulas is the Chinese "Patent" Medicine.  These medicines are small round pills that are created in various ways then sold in bottles of typically 200 pills.  Patents herbal formulas are used for chronic conditions, long term health/wellness care and economics. 
 

Herbal Tea

1. Take the raw herbs and place them in a glass or ceramic pot.  Metal will react with the herbs.
2. Cover with water to a depth of at least one inch.
3. Let soak at least 20 minutes.
4. Bring pot to a boil on a high heat.
5. Reduce heat until a medium boil is achieved.
6. Cook at least 20 minuets until half the liquid is gone.
7. Pour off the liquid into a holding container that is glass, ceramic or plastic.
8. Add water to cover the herbs by at least one inch.
9. Bring to a boil over high head again.
10. Reduce heat and boil until at least half liquid is gone.

If there are herbs to cook before the rest, them put them into the cooking pot, soak and boil as step 1 through 6 above.  In the meantime soak the other herbs in a separate container and add when the first herbs have been cooked for the specified time.

You should have about three cups of tea left.  Let cool and settle.  When ready for a dose, divide the tea into 3 doses and take one dose morning, noon and night.  If there are not thre cups of liquid, divide what liqid ther is into three doses.

If the herbs burn, throw them away.