Perilla and Sesame Porridge

Perilla and Sesame Porridge,For the elderly with dry stools, or for those with coughs due to qi deficiency, wind-induced constipation, or blood-induced constipation, where defecation is extremely difficult and painful.

Formulas Name : Perilla and Sesame Porridge

Chinese Name : 苏荏粥

Drug Formulation

Perilla seeds (those that sink in water, not floating; thoroughly washed and dry-roasted) and genuine sesame seeds, in equal parts.

Source

*New Compilation for the Relief of the Masses*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For the elderly with dry stools, or for those with coughs due to qi deficiency, wind-induced constipation, or blood-induced constipation, where defecation is extremely difficult and painful.

Instructions for Use

Pound the ingredients together until pulverized; mix with water, strain out the solids, and boil with a small amount of ground glutinous rice to make porridge. Season with ginger juice and clear honey before eating.

Perilla and Sesame Porridge,*New Compilation for the Relief of the Masses*, Volume 7.,For the elderly with dry stools, or for those with coughs due to qi deficiency, wind-induced constipation, or blood-induced constipation, where defecation is extremely difficult and painful.

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