Preparation (decoction) of Materia Medica.
- Use any one of the following types of heat-resistant containers (pan, pot) for de coction: enamel, glass, stainlessteel.
Preparation (decoction): In general, one pack of the herbs (materia medica) is for one day's use. Place the herbs in the chosen pan or pot and add enough water that the herbs are just submerged under the water. Cook, or simmer, the herbs for 30 minutes. Pour off the liquid (circa 150 ml), add water once again as above, and repeat the procedure. Pour off the liquid again, and mix it together with the liquid obtained from the first decoction. Drink half the liquid in the morning, and the second half in the afternoon.