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ACTINOLITE
The attractive greeny-grey crystals of this mineral are prescribed by Chinese physicians for inflammation, cramp, and colic. The powdered mineral is taken as pills or a decoction.
A handsome green, actinolite crystals are common throughout the world. They can be opaque, translucent, or glassy.
PARTS USED Crystals.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Complex silicate of calcium, magnesium, and iron.
ACTIONS Tonic; reduces muscle tension and spasm.
MEDICINAL USE Chinese medicine prescribes actinolite for colic, muscle cramps, prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland), endometritis (inflammation of the womb lining), absence of periods, and impotence.
PREPARATIONS Powder, pills, decoction. |
Actinolite
