Masterwort

Great remedy for flu, calming, expectorant (for bronchitis), helps with digestive issues.

Applications:

The root is typically collected (i.e., it is dug up, washed with a soft brush, sliced immediately, and dried thoroughly in the dark). The dried slices are then stored in paper bags or in a jam jar.

For tea, add 4–6 slices of masterwort root to cold water (at least 20 minutes), allowing the root to steep well, then heat the strained root water as tea. It is very helpful for flu, digestive issues, uterine cramps, and coughs.

Flu powder: Simply grind a few dried slices finely in a coffee grinder and store in a small plastic container. At the onset of flu symptoms, place a pinch on the tongue and let it dissolve.

“Non-tea drinkers” prefer simply tucking a slice of masterwort under the upper lip and keeping it in the mouth all day (occasionally biting down to release the bitter compounds more effectively). This is very helpful at the onset of flu.

As a tincture: When taken, it works best directly in the digestive tract, allowing the bitter compounds to take effect immediately. Simply cover the bottom of a bottle with masterwort slices and fill with a schnapps (with at least 38% alcohol content).