What are the procedures in making medicine

VINEGARS

The process of making herbal vinegar is similar to the one use to prepare tinctures, but in the first one vinegar is used to get the properties of the herb instead of alcohol. Vinegar herbs are not as potent as tincture but they do not contain alcohol and they can be used in meals such as salads which makes them easy to drink.

TIP: Vinegar damages tooth enamel, make sure you rinse your mouth with water after drinking it. To make a vinegar formula use the following:

1 ounce fresh or dried herbs.

5 ounces vinegar (any kind).

Chop herbs in a blender and put them in a dark glass jar. Cover the herbs with vinegar, make sure they are completely submerged. Close jar tightly and store in a dark, dry and cool place for 2 weeks at room temperature. Shake the jar every day enough to move the herbs and liquid around. After 2 weeks filter the herb pulp and store in a cool place. A tincture can last for more then 2 years.

External use herbal preparations:

BODY OILS

Body oils are made from essential oils and are used for massage of injuries such as muscles, burns, bruises etc. They are a good alternative for children that refuse to take herbs orally. Body oils are also used for skin conditions, and skin care specially facial treatments, although they take longer to act they are a good supplement to other remedies.

COMPRESS

A compress is made by soaking a towel, cotton cloth, or cotton in a strong herbal tea, tincture, essential oil, glycerites then is placed on the skin. Is a great way of treating headaches, muscle injuries, burns, infections, fibroids, bruises, sore throats and any other condition that requires increase circulation to the affected area.