Form: Decoctions.
Description: Usually stronger than teas. Decoctions are usually the twigs, stems, and dried roots of the herbs, which take a longer exposure time in hot water to extract their medicinal properties. Decoctions can be used for drinking or as enemas or douches.
How to Make: If your bulk herbs are not already cut into small pieces, slice all herb roots diagonally for maximum exposure to water. Place bulk herb into a pot of water, and bring water to a boil. Use approximately one ounce of herb for every one to two pints of water. Lower heat, and simmer covered for 20 to 30 minutes. Strain herbs before drinking.
Herbs come in many different forms for internal and external use.
How to Take: Treat the same as a tea and refrigerate if not taken right away. Again, this form of tea works best if your stomach is empty. It should also be drunk unsweetened.
Description: Usually stronger than teas. Decoctions are usually the twigs, stems, and dried roots of the herbs, which take a longer exposure time in hot water to extract their medicinal properties. Decoctions can be used for drinking or as enemas or douches.
How to Make: If your bulk herbs are not already cut into small pieces, slice all herb roots diagonally for maximum exposure to water. Place bulk herb into a pot of water, and bring water to a boil. Use approximately one ounce of herb for every one to two pints of water. Lower heat, and simmer covered for 20 to 30 minutes. Strain herbs before drinking.
Herbs come in many different forms for internal and external use.
How to Take: Treat the same as a tea and refrigerate if not taken right away. Again, this form of tea works best if your stomach is empty. It should also be drunk unsweetened.
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