Imperial Elixir, Ginseng Root, Chinese Red Shiu Chu Xu, 1 oz

Dosage strength depends on root quality.

1. Ginseng Tea: Add 1/4 teaspoon of broken ginseng root to 3 cups of water in enamel vessel. Cover and boil slowly for three hours.
2. Cooking: Add several slices of ginseng root to stews and soups.
3. Chewing: Break ginseng root into pieces and chew. Use one or two per day depending on size.
4. Ginseng Tonic: Break ginseng root into small pieces and add to bottle of wine or other liquor. Let steep two weeks, shaking well occasionally.