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The following are Rosemary Gladstar's formulas:

Liver/Endocrine Tonic Tea
3 parts sassafras root bark
2 parts sarsaparilla root
1 part dandelion root
1 part licorice root
½ part yellow dock root
½ part wild yam root
½ part cinnamon bark
½ part ginger root
Pinch of stevia for sweetening (optional)

Use one tsp. of mixture per cup of water or four to six TBS per quart. I always make a quart of tea at a time. Add herbs to cold water and bring to a slow simmer over low heat. Simmer for 20 minutes. I steep overnight. Strain and store.

Liver/Endocrine Tincture
1 part yellow dock root
2 parts dandelion root
1 part pau d'arco
1 part vitex berries
2 parts hops
1 part kelp
1 part licorice root
1 part wild yam root

To tincture, use chopped up root or powdered root. Measure out the portions and mix. Place in a clean dry jar. Cover with 80 proof vodka or vinegar, and make sure all the herb is covered and then add 3 more inches. Put the jar in a dark place. I cover the jar with a brown paper bag and leave it on the counter next to the stove so I don't forget to shake it once a day. Let it steep for four to eight weeks. The longer, the better. At the end of the time, strain, label and store in a dark place. Keep it away from light and heat. The label should have all the ingredients and the date. Don't go overboard. A little goes a long way. Tinctures are taken in drops under the tongue. Take the equivalent of ¼ tsp of tincture three times a day.

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