The
Shoppe of Alchemy
A view of Our Shoppe
Enter Ye who are sick or lame
and W/we will seek a cure.
Rhea~Jeena is the origninal Healer Of Castle Cardonia.
. . Because of new things in Her life Lady Rhea~Jeena had asked Me to consider the duties, and after an adjustment period the King approved,and appointed me Charles the Third the title of Healer.
ROYAL HEALER
History of Alchemy
In Medieval alchemy up to the XV century we see three currents which have
different beginnings: metallurgical alchemy, that represents the first
understanding of alchemy on the Latins' part; alchemy of the elixir,
searching for the perfection of human bodies as well as of metals and slowly
giving way to medical, or pharmacological, alchemy centered around the idea
of quinta essentia; and alchemy as a spiritual quest, that begins to appear
in connection with the developments in the field of the elixir, probably by
way of the connection between bodily and spiritual salvation. Is it possible
to think of later alchemy as varied and differing combinations of such
'basic ingredients.
Main categories of people who performed alchemy, firstly clerics and secondly people who had
licenses from the king to practise and who were expected
to infor
m the monarch of their progress.
In both cases transmutation of metals and production of wealth
seems to have been the main interest.
There are many myths and superstitions about health
and
hygiene throughout the Kingdom.
Some believe, for
example, that disease is spread by bad odors.
It is also
rumored that diseases of the body result
from sins of the
soul. Many seek relief from their
ills through meditation,
prayer, pilgrimages, and other nonmedical methods.
My main forms of diagnosis are by pulse and urine
analysis. The pulse of the right hand is held for the space
of one hundred beats and illness determined by rate,
strength and regularity. Urine samples ae taken and a
chart consulted to compare colour, thickness, froth and
clarity.
Herbs That Are Used in Castle Cardonia
Basil
Basil tea is good for indigestion, headache and can also be
used as an insect repellent.
Calendula
Can be made into a salve for wounds, bruses, sprains, pulled muscles,
sores and boils. To get rid of warts rub on the fresh juice.
Camomile
Valuable herb for nervous conditions. Camomile tea is great for insomnia and rheumatic problems.
Externally used for rashes, skin problems, and inflammations. Can be made into a salve and used for hemorrhoids, and
wounds. A weak tea is good for colic in babies.
Fennel
Tea made from the seeds is good for stomach and intestinal problems. Arouse appetite, good for colic, stomach cramps,
and flatulence.
Dill
Dill tea is a popular remedy for upset stomach and flatuence.
Garlic
All around tonic. A tincture will lower blood pressure.
Just cooking with fresh garlic does wonders for blood circulation and
the heart which in turn brings relief for many body complaints.
Lavender
A tea made from lavender will relieve a stress headache, fainting
and dizziness. Tea is also a good remedy for stomach problems, nausea and vomiting.
Add fresh sprigs to bath to invigorate and calm. Antiseptic qualities makes
it usefull as a wash for wounds.
Marjoram
The fresh herb made into an infusion is great for the relief of
upset stomach, indigestion, headache, colic and nervous conditions, even coughs.
Also makes a calming bath additive.
Mint
Tea good for colds and flues, nervousness, insomnia, cramps,
migraine, poor digestion, heart burn, nausea, stomach pains. Put a bunch of fresh leaves in a
bowl of steaming water and drape a towel over head and bowl for sinesus
problems and congestion. Makes a great salve or bath additive for itching skin
conditions.
Parsley
Chew a fresh sprig to freshen breath naturaly.
Rosemary
Leaf can be applied as a poltice to stimulate circulation and ease pain.
Good for aching joints, sores, eczema, bruises, wounds, and as a wash to prevent baldness.
An infusion makes a good antiseptic gargle and mouthwash.
Caution: Excessive amouts of rosemary can cause fatal poisoning taken
enternally.
Sage
Cruhshed freshed leaves are a good first aid for insect bites. A gargle
is good for soar throat, laryngitis and tonlillitis.
Caution: Enternal or excessive use can cause symptoms of poisoning.
Thyme
Fresh sprigs in a warm bath for bruises, swellings, and sprains.
A salve made from thyme can be used for shingles. A tea can be used as a digestive
tonic and for hangovers.
Caution: Excessive internal use of thyme can cause symptoms of
poisoning and overstimulation of the thyroid gland.