Black Soybean Decoction

Black Soybean Decoction,For beriberi, shortness of breath accompanied by raised shoulders, wheezing, and chest pain.

Formulas Name : Black Soybean Decoction

Chinese Name : 乌豆汤

Drug Formulation

2 dou of black soybeans.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 82.

Processing

Boil with 5 dou of water until reduced to 2 dou 5 sheng, then divide the liquid between two old earthenware jars.

Benefits

For beriberi, shortness of breath accompanied by raised shoulders, wheezing, and chest pain.

Instructions for Use

Soak one foot in each jar and have someone pour water over the leg from the knee down at least one hundred times. For those with chronic conditions, recovery will follow after no more than two such soaks.

Black Soybean Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 82.,For beriberi, shortness of breath accompanied by raised shoulders, wheezing, and chest pain.

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