Three-Life Radish,From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 1.,For abdominal distension.
Three-Life Radish
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Formulas Name : Three-Life Radish
Chinese Name : 三生萝卜
Drug Formulation
1 water radish.
Source
From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 1.
Processing
Drill 7 holes around the radish, insert 7 castor beans, plant it in the soil, and wait for it to set seed; collect the seeds and plant them again. When the radish is ready, drill 7 holes again, insert 7 castor beans, and plant it once more. Repeat this process three times. On the fourth time, just as it is about to bloom, pull it up by the roots, air-dry it, and store it in a clean porcelain container.
Benefits
For abdominal distension.
Instructions for Use
For cases of abdominal distension, take one radish, crush it, boil it in water, and drink the decoction. Severe cases will be cured with two radishes.
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Three-Life Radish,For abdominal distension.