Not intended to diagnose or treat any diseases, or illness.
For Educational purposes only.

Formula for Herbal Medicines

One part demulcent.
One part Aromatic.
One part Laxative. (optional, see below)
Two parts Active Herb.

Demulcents are substances taken internally for
their soothing or protective coating like properties,
to prevent irritation.
Some popular ones being;
Comfrey root
Flaxseed
Okra pods
Oatmeal
Irish moss
Licorice
Psyllium seed
Slippery Elm bark

Aromatics are substances with a fragrant smell,
which produce a peculiar sensation of warmth
and pungency.
Some popular ones being;
Anise seed
Caraway seed
Catnip
Cinnamon
Cloves
Coriander
Cumin
Eucalyptus
Fennel
Ginger
Mace (Nutmeg)
Mint (All)

Laxatives or Cathartics, eliminate poisons.
Psyllium seed, which is listed as a Demulcent,
in large enough quantities also has a laxative
effect. Others are;
Cascara bark
Castor Oil
Senna
Aloes
Jalap root
Blue flag root
Buckthorn bark

All of the above mentioned herbs are available through
any herb store or many mail order companies.

The presence of the demulcent and
the aromatic are self explanatory.
If the potion is repulsive to the senses
one is not inclined to use it.
The laxative is an important part as
without proper evacuation of the
poisons healing can not occur.
On the other hand this ingredient may be
omitted in the case of treating bowel problems.
Doctrine of signatures and the Hot/Cold
principals can be employed for determining
the active principal.

FOUR THIEVES VINEGAR

Per Gallon of Vinegar, (you might want to adjust):

1 oz. Rosemary, 1oz. Lavender, 1oz. Wormwood,
1oz. Rue, 1oz Sage(I prefer Artemisia to Saliva)
1oz. Mint. In a large container mix the above
ingredients with a gallon of Cider Vinegar.
Cap tight and store in a warm place for four days.
Strain and bottle.
It is customary to add 1oz. of powdered Camphor
gum after straining but I find the non-syntheic
kind getting harder to find. I guess since no one
going to drink it, synthetic would work.

Wash face and hands with it before exposing
yourself to infection ( It might not help but it
feels good).

THE LEGEND

Legend has it that during the plague at Marseilles four
thieves used this preparation to protect themselves
while robbing the infected dead and dying.
Imprisoned and sentenced to death they were pardoned
on the condition they gave up their secret.