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Almond Butter,Effective for all illnesses, as well as various forms of rheumatism, fatigue, and chills.

Formulas Name : Almond Butter

Chinese Name : 杏仁酥

Drug Formulation

1 large apricot kernel (select a whole one, soak in hot water, remove the skin, tip, and double kernel).

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 94.

Processing

Pound until pulpy; add 2 shuo of fine wine, grind and strain to obtain 1 shuo 5 dou of liquid; add 1 dou 5 sheng of honey; place in a 2-shuo jar, stir until well blended,seal tightly with clay to prevent air from escaping. Check after 30 days; skim the butter that has risen to the surface of the wine and transfer it to a porcelain container for storage. Take the wine sediment, shape it into balls the size of a pear, place them in an empty room on a wooden rack, and wait until they take on the consistency of molasses.

Benefits

Effective for all illnesses, as well as various forms of rheumatism, fatigue, and chills.

Instructions for Use

Take one piece daily, washed down with the original wine; the wine may also be consumed at will.

Almond Butter,From *Shenghui*, Volume 94.,Effective for all illnesses, as well as various forms of rheumatism, fatigue, and chills.

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