Preparing Herbal Remedies

Infusions
A standard infusion is prepared by adding
1 to 2 teaspoons of dried herb (or 2 to 4 teaspoons of fresh herb)
to a cup of boiling water.
Infuse for 10 minutes before straining.
If the herb is left too long,
the infusion will become bitter.
It's best to use a ceramic pot with a lid.

Standard Dosage is one cup three times a day.
It may be taken hot or cold, but infusions prepared
for colds and flu should be taken hot.
Never prepare the infusion more than 24 hours in advance.

Original form of a potion,
an infusion is not unlike a tea inquality.
Pour boiling water over the herb in the proportions
of one ounce herb to one pint water
(although you may need much less
for herbs that infuse quickly in water).
Steep for fifteen to thirty minutes until a tea is formed.
Use as directed.


To get the maximum benefit from herbal remedies,
the herbs must be properly prepared.
To help determine which herbs should
be used for the condition being treating,
see Herbal Home Remedies.

Women of childbearing age should
always make sure the herbs they
are using are safe during pregnancy.
standard herbal preparations.