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Title: Flood Gates Tea
Categories: Beverages Herb
Yield: 1 Formula
| 2 | pt | Shepherd's purse leaf |
| 1 | pt | Yarrow flowers/leaf |
| 1 | pt | Nettle leaf |
| 2 | pt | White oak bark |
(The abbreviation PT above stands for PART.)
TO MAKE AS A TEA: Use 4-6 tablespoons of herb mixture per quart of water. Place herbs in cold water and slowly heat to a simmer. Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Strain. Drink 3 cups daily starting one week before menstruation begins, or, after bleeding begins, drink ¬ cup every half hour or more frequently if needed.
TO MAKE AS A TINCTURE: Place herbs in a clean glass jar. Fill the jar no more than 2/3 full of herbs. Pour over the herbs enough 100 proof vodka to cover them by a couple of inches. Cap tightly and store in a warm, dark place. Shake daily for 4-6 weeks. Strain and rebottle. Take ¬ teaspoon every hour or more frequently if needed to control excessive bleeding during your moon time.
SOURCE: Rosemary Gladstar Slick
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