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The Clarificator clarifies the terms used in food-med .com.

How to make Ginger Tea?
To make ginger tea, slice thinly half to 1 thumb-sized ginger and soak it in a cup of hot water for about 10 minutes. Cover the cup to prevent the vapors from escaping. It is more effective (and satisfying) when taken warm or reasonably hot.

How to make Cinnamon Powder?
Pound cinnamon sticks to make smaller bits, then put them in a grinder which will make the job much faster and easier. Unless chewed upon, powder is the best form of cinnamon to be used for medicinal purposes. Cinnamon sticks or in powdered form lose its potency after a year, so it is wise to date the item when stored. Store cinnamon in an airtight container away from heat and light.

How to make Onion Juice?
Dice an onion and put it in a mixer. Add a little water. Onion can also be grated, then wrapped in thin cloth and squeezed of its juice.

How to make Cinnamon Powder?
Pound cinnamon sticks to make smaller bits, then put them in a grinder which will make the job much faster and easier. Unless chewed upon, powder is the best form of cinnamon to be used for medicinal purposes. Cinnamon sticks or in powdered form lose its potency after a year, so it is wise to date the item when stored. Store cinnamon in an airtight container away from heat and light.

How to make Barley Water?
Boil a handful of barley pearls or grains in a pot which contains water 5-15x the amount of barley, depending on how thick you want the mixture to be. Boil until the water turns milky. Barley water can last for 2-3 days but it is always better to drink it fresh and warm.

How to make Barley Soup?
Boil over a medium fire crushed 1 part barley in 5 parts water until reduced to one-fifth. A little salt, honey and mild spices can be added to taste. Remove the barley for consumption.

Portion
The portion 1:1 means equal parts of two ingredients. 2:1 means the first ingredient is double the second ingredient. If a proportion is 2:1:1, it means the first ingredient is double the second or third ingredient, while the second and third ingredient is of equal proportion. For eg, mix 2:1:1 olive oil, cumin and honey. Olive oil is double the quantity of cumin or honey, while cumin and honey are of equal quantities.

How to make Chamomile Tea?
To make chamomile tea, boil 2-4 cups water. Remove from heat and steep in 2 teaspoons dried or fresh flowers for 20 minutes. Cool, then strain.

How to make Chamomile Oil?
To make chamomile oil, fill some fresh flowers in a small tight-lid bottle and fill it with olive oil. Sun the bottle for 2 weeks, then refrigerate and use when needed. Warm before use by heating it up over a low fire or place the bottle in a hot water-filled bowl.

How to make Aniseed Tea / Syrup?
Boil 2 liters water, then reduce the heat and add 7 teaspoons aniseed. Simmer until reduced to 2 - 3 cups. Strain the mixture. To make syrup, add 4 teaspoons each honey and glycerin.

How to make Fenugreek Tea?
Add 1 cup boiling water to 2 - 3 teaspoons fenugreek seeds. Steep for 15 - 20 minutes.

How to make Carrot Soup?
Cook 1 lb carrot in 5 oz water until soft. Strain the pulp and add water to make 2 liters. Add three-quarter tablespoons salt.

What is Buttermilk?
The residual milk left over after the fat has been removed from yogurt by churning.

How much is a serving?
An example of a serving of fruit would be either 1 banana, 1 small apple, 10 grapes, 1 wedge of watermelon, or one-quarter cup dried fruit. A serving of vegetables would be either three-quarter mug full, or 100g of cooked vegetables or 150g of raw vegetables.

How to make Soya bean Milk?
Soak soya beans in water for about 12 hours. Thoroughly wash the beans and remove the skin. Put them through a grinding machine to turn them into paste. Mix the paste with water 3 times its quantity. Boil on a slow fire. Stir frequently. Turn off the fire, and when it becomes a little cooler, strain through a cheese cloth. Add honey to taste.

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