Nourishing the Original Lotus Root Starch

Nourishing the Original Lotus Root Starch,

Formulas Name : Nourishing the Original Lotus Root Starch

Chinese Name : 养元藕粉

Drug Formulation

White lotus root starch, Jian lotus seed (pitted), Poria cocos, white honey, white mung beans (roasted), Sichuan fritillary bulb (pitted), and Huai yam—all in equal parts.

Source

From *Liangfang Hebi*, Volume 1.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder and mix with human milk to form a paste.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 liang at a time and dissolve in boiling water. Regular daily use yields excellent results.

Nourishing the Original Lotus Root Starch,From *Liangfang Hebi*, Volume 1.,

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