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Cistanche Stew,Deficiency of the internal organs, weakness in the limbs, and loss of appetite.

Formulas Name : Cistanche Stew

Chinese Name : 肉苁蓉臛

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Cistanche (soaked in wine overnight, wrinkled skin scraped off), 3 stems of scallion whites (removed roots and cut), 1 liang of glutinous rice, and 3 liang of mutton.

Source

*Shenghui* (Volume 97).

Benefits

Deficiency of the internal organs, weakness in the limbs, and loss of appetite.

Instructions for Use

Finely mince the Cistanche and lamb, mix with the glutinous rice flour and scallions, and cook as usual. Season with salt, vinegar, and pepper sauce to taste, and consume on an empty stomach.

Cistanche Stew,*Shenghui* (Volume 97).,Deficiency of the internal organs, weakness in the limbs, and loss of appetite.

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