93: Tea for Diarrhea formula

Drachms

1. Geranium Root 4

Arrests excessive discharges.

2. Colombo Root 4

Valuable in inflammatory diseases of stomach and bowels.

3. African Ginger 3

Effective stimulant for loose bowels.

4. White Oak Bark 4

Relieves Diarrhea and Dysentery.

5. Pomegranate Bark of Root 8

Effective astringent, very useful in Diarrhea.

6. Birch Leaves 4

Stimulates the mucous membrane of the bowels.

7. Wild Sage 3

Relieves inflammation.

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

Directions for Tea: Add one dose to two cups of boiling water, cover, boil
slowly for about 2 to 3 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 an
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
morning and at night. It may be taken in water, or mixed with honey, jelly or
jam.