27: For High Blood Pressure, Strong formula

Drachms

1. Sassafras Bark 1 1/2

Valued for its blood cleansing properties.

2. European Golden Rod 1 1/2

Relieves congestion; diuretic.

3. Mistletoe 1 1/2

Relieves blood pressure.

4. Cimicuga Root 1 1/2

Relieves nervous tension, reduces arterial action.

5. Poke Root 1 1/2

Stimulates glandular action.

6. Indian Senna Fruit 6

Activates the bowels.

7. Buckthorn Bark 15

Cleans and regulates the system.

8. Cassia Bark 1 1/2

Stimulates the circulatory system.

Mix well and divide into 20 doses, using the Herbs either especially cut
for Tea or in the- powdered form.

Directions for Tea: Add one dose to two cups of boiling water, cover, boil
slowly for about two to three minutes, let it stand for ten minutes then strain
and take one-half in the morning and at night either before or after meals. If
boiling water is not available use hot water, and allow to stand for half hour.
It may be seeetened with honey, rock candy, sugar, etc., to suit taste.

Directions for Powder: Divide one dose in two parts, taking one half in the
morning, and at night, either before or after meals. It may be taken in water,
or mixed with honey, jelly or jam

These two formulas are also highly valued in Hardening of the Arteries,
Fullness in the Head, Ear and Head noises resulting from these troubles. If
these noises are especially felt at night in bed, they are generally due to
nervous disturbances or anemia and should be treated by removing the underlying
cause.