Guest guest Posted December 8, 2001 Report Share Posted December 8, 2001 Hello:<br>I would like to describe a common method of processing Western Herbs, and then ask opinions on the most reliable means of processing some Eastern herbs.<br>To begin, in the West, an Herb is either fermented, with the alcohol distilled off (purified) or wine alcohol is distilled several times and substituted as the plants "mercury"--that is spirit. The plant is then macerated in the alcohol to extract the "sulfur"--or soul, which includes its essential oils, and or phytochemicals. The remaining plant is filtered from the extraction, dried, and incinerated. The ash is submerged in water (rain) and filtered. The filtered solution is evaporated producing the salt--purified body of the plant, which is then dissolved into the liquor. Someimes these extractions are done with other materials, like glycerine, or acetic acid solution. <br>I'm beginning work with Amla, Triphala, Brahmi and Arjuna, and would like to hear some suggestions on the techniques that you use, other than decoctions. <br>I have another question, if I extract with Ghee (similar to Western glycerine extraction) what becomes of the residue that is filtered off? <br>Arjuna is very important at this time, as I know someone taking a decoction to strengthen the heart, but I'd like to process this plant to enhance its effects as best as possible.<br>Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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