Respiratory Issues

Preparation:

• Eat 2–3 raw crushed cloves daily.
• Add to food at the end of cooking to preserve allicin.

Dosage:

• 2–3 raw cloves daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Use as a natural sweetener in small amounts — 1–2 tsp in teas, dressings, or to finish dishes.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Use as a natural sweetener in small amounts — 1–2 tsp in teas, dressings, or to finish dishes.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Use as a natural sweetener in small amounts — 1–2 tsp in teas, dressings, or to finish dishes.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp daily

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Sauté, simmer in broth, or steep dried mushrooms as tea.
• Can also be taken as powder in capsules or smoothies.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup cooked, or 1–2 g powder daily

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Use as a natural sweetener in small amounts — 1–2 tsp in teas, dressings, or to finish dishes.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp daily

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Use as a natural sweetener in small amounts — 1–2 tsp in teas, dressings, or to finish dishes.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp daily

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Bibhitaki in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Pippali (Long Pepper) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Cardamom in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Cordyceps in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Licorice (Gan Cao) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Chinese Skullcap (Huang Qin) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Fritillaria (Bei Mu) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Echinacea in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Measure carefully and dilute in water or juice.
• Shake well before use.
• Refrigerate after opening.

Dosage:

• 5–15 ml diluted in water, 1–2× daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Mix into water, smoothie, or juice.
• Stir well and consume immediately.
• Can also be blended into food.

Dosage:

• ½–1 tsp (1–3 g) mixed into water, juice, or smoothie daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Dilute drops in a small amount of water.
• Hold under tongue briefly before swallowing for faster absorption.

Dosage:

• 30–60 drops in water, 2–3× daily

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Swallow whole.
• Take with a meal that contains healthy fats to maximise absorption of fat-soluble compounds.

Dosage:

• 1–2 softgels daily with a meal containing healthy fat

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Swallow whole.
• Take with a meal that contains healthy fats to maximise absorption of fat-soluble compounds.

Dosage:

• 1–2 softgels daily with a meal containing healthy fat

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Apply a pea-sized amount to the affected area with clean fingertips.
• Massage in gently until absorbed.
• Reapply 2–3× daily or as needed.

Dosage:

• Pea-sized amount, 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Apply a pea-sized amount to the affected area with clean fingertips.
• Massage in gently until absorbed.
• Reapply 2–3× daily or as needed.

Dosage:

• Pea-sized amount, 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Jamu

Preparation:

• Apply a pea-sized amount to the affected area with clean fingertips.
• Massage in gently until absorbed.
• Reapply 2–3× daily or as needed.

Dosage:

• Pea-sized amount, 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Jamu

Preparation:

• Blend oils in the stated ratio.
• Apply 3–5 drops to the affected area, massage gently in circular motions.
• Can be used as a body oil, scalp treatment, or facial serum depending on the blend.

Dosage:

• 3–5 drops massaged in, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh tulsi (holy basil) leaves + Ginger + Honey + Lemon + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh lotus root + Pear + Water + Honey + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Lily bulb + Asian pear + Water + Rock sugar + Wolfberries.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh ginger + Scallion whites + Water + Honey + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Elderberries + Ginger + Cloves + Cinnamon + Honey.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Elderberries + Honey + Ginger + Cloves + Cinnamon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Young pine needles + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: White sage leaves + Water + Honey + Lemon + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Black seed (nigella) oil + Honey + Lemon + Warm water + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Unani Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Cardamom pods + Fresh ginger + Water + Honey + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Unani Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh thyme + Lemon + Honey + Ginger + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh oregano + Lemon + Honey + Garlic + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Za'atar (thyme blend) + Water + Lemon + Honey + Olive.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Lotus root starch + Warm water + Honey + Ginger + Cinnamon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Kampo

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Korean pear + Honey + Ginger + Cinnamon + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Citron (yuja) peel + Honey + Water + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Young pine needles + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Cordyceps mushroom extract + Warm water + Honey + Ginger + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Raw Himalayan honey + Warm water + Lemon + Ginger + Turmeric.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild thyme + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Apricot kernels (bitter, dilute) + Water + Honey + Almond + Cinnamon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Copaiba resin oil (dilute) + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Amazonian

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Abiu fruit pulp + Water + Honey + Lemon + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Amazonian

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Pequi fruit + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Brazilian Phytotherapy

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Betel leaves + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Siddha

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Betel leaves + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Jamu

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Lotus root starch + Warm water + Honey + Ginger + Cinnamon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine