Decoctions
A decoction is plant material boiled in water and simmered for 5 - 15 minutes. This method is most suitable for roots, rhizomes, wood, bar, seeds and any other material with tuff cell walls. The simmering process is required to soften the hard cell walls of the plants, so the cells can break open and release their medicinal content. Don't use metal or aluminium pots, as these materials can interfere with the plant chemistry. Enameled cooking ware is preferable. The quantities used are the same as for infusions.
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