Formula for Nourishing the Essence, Strengthening the Roots, and Warming the Lower Back,From *Zongfutang Fang*, Volume 2.,Nourishes the vital energy, strengthens the root, and warms the lower back.
Formula for Nourishing the Essence, Strengthening the Roots, and Warming the Lower Back
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Formulas Name : Formula for Nourishing the Essence, Strengthening the Roots, and Warming the Lower Back
Chinese Name : 养元固本暖腰方
Drug Formulation
1 liang Guangmu Xiang, 1 liang genuine Sichuan pepper, 1 liang (roasted) star anise, 1 liang Gu Zhi, 1 liang Sheng Ma, 5 qian Sichuan Aconite, half a jin Qi Ai, 4 qian cloves, 1 liang Cinnamon Bark, 1 liang Sichuan Melia fruit.
Source
From *Zongfutang Fang*, Volume 2.
Benefits
Nourishes the vital energy, strengthens the root, and warms the lower back.
Instructions for Use
First, knead the mugwort until soft; then grind all the herbs into a fine powder and mix thoroughly. Use silk or satin to make a waist wrap, fill it with the herbal mixture, and tie it tightly around the waist so that it lies directly against the skin.
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Formula for Nourishing the Essence, Strengthening the Roots, and Warming the Lower Back,Nourishes the vital energy, strengthens the root, and warms the lower back.