This section is from the "Herb Formulas" extract from the "Herbs for Health" book, by Otto Mausert
48: For Change of Life formula
Drachms
1. White Poplar Bark 3
Uterine and general tonic.
2. Squaw Vine 2
A great Indian remedy for female irregularities.
3. Beth Root 3
Uterine Tonic.
4. True Cramp Bark 3
Relieves menstrual pain and cramps.
5. Aletris Root 2
Uterine Tonic.
6. Mexican Damiana Leaves 4
Increases the power of the reproductive organs.
7. Cassia Bark 3
Tones the circulatory system, arrests hemorrhages.
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 sweetened with honey, rock candy, 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.
This combination of herbs has proven very useful and efficient in change of
life and its accompanying symptoms known as Hot Flushes, Dizziness, Headaches,
Nervous Irritability, Pain in loins and back and in general weakness.
 
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