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1 part ginger root
Use as a tincture. Take 1/2 tsp. 3 times a day for several months.
Lavender and Yarrow Flower Sitz Bath
Make a strong infusion of lavender and yarrow flowers in equal amounts. Use 3 Tbsp. flower mix to 1 quart water. Steep 10 to 15 minutes and strain into a shallow-filled bath tub. Sit with only the pelvis covered with water for 20 minutes several times a week. Rinse pelvic area with cold water before drying.
Castor Oil Packs
A pack can be placed over the uterine area for an hour several times a week. The castor oil helps to decongest the pelvic cavity and improve circulation of lymph and blood. Do not use the castor oil pack while menstruating. See page 79 for instructions.
Formula for Heavy Bleeding
Mix the following herbal tincture:
1 part yarrow leaves
1 part geranium root
1 part lady's mantle
2 parts shepherd's purse
Use 1/2 to 1 tsp. 3 to 4 times a day during the heavy days of the cycle.
Endometroisis
Endometriosis is a painful chronic disease in which endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus in the pelvic cavity. The ovaries, utero-sacral ligaments and

 
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