Okra Root and Licorice Tea
Principal Herb: Okra/Abelmoschus esculentus
Uses: Helps to strengthen bones and muscles, improve blood circulation, tonify bone marrow, relieve joint pain and prevent osteoporosis.
Ingredients:
200-250 grams fresh okra root
(including about 20 cm of the stem that is connected to the root)
7 slices licorice
2 litres water
Preparation:
Wash and slice the root.
Add all the ingredients into a pot and cook for two hours.
Dosage:
Twice weekly.
Warning:
People suffering from serious oedema (ie water retention) should avoid liquorice.
秋葵根甘草茶
秋葵根用的部份乃黄秋葵主干 20 公分左右与其连带的根系。以下药方可 强筋骨,通血脉,补骨髓,缓解关节酸痛,防骨质疏松症:
材料:
200-250克 秋葵根鲜品
7片 甘草
2000毫升 水
作法:
1. 秋葵根洗刷干净切片
2. 所有材料放进锅内煮 2 个小时即可
服用次数:
每星期 2 次
注: 严重水肿患者忌服甘草