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Friday, February 22, 2013

Sarsaparilla (sarsaparilya in tagalog)


(Smilax ornate) Part used: Root. Properties: Alternative, carminative, tonic, diaphoretic. What it affects: Blood, skin, circulation, and intestines.

Preparation and amount: Decoctions: Simmer 15-30 min. Take 3 oz 3 times daily. Tincture: Take 5-15 drops 3 times daily. Fluid extract: Take 2-4 tsp. 3 times daily. Powder: Take 5-10 #0 capsules (30-60 grains) 3 times daily.


Purposes: Internally, sarsaparilla tea increases the flow of urine; and, taken hot, it induces sweating to help break fevers. It is good for skin problems, flatulence, catarrhal problems, and scrofula. It used for disorders of the nervous system. Steep 1 tsp. rootstock in 1 cup water; take 1-2 cups a day. It is used for arthritis, rheumatism, and gout.
  • Sarsaparilla tea is a blood cleanser, and is often taken as a “spring tonic”. It promotes the excretion of fluids, increases energy, protects against radiation exposure, and regulates hormones.
  • It contains a hormone-like substances which makes it useful in glandular formulas. It is useful for frigidity, hives, infertility, impotence, and psoriases.

Externally, sarsaparilla tea is a good eyewash. Use it as a wash or poultice on ringworm. Pustules and sores may be washed with a tea make from the root. Use it for ringworm and skin eruptions.

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