Szechuan Tonic (Rocket Tonic)

This was developed by a naturopathic physician. It contains foods that have been eaten for centuries and are easily obtainable. All of the foods contain powerful antioxidants that fight disease and help cleanse the body.

Place in blender the following ingredients:

1 bulb garlic (contains many cloves), peeled 1 small yellow or red onion, peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks 1 piece of fresh horseradish (about the same size as the onion) peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks 1 or 2 fresh, small hot red peppers, most of seeds removed and cut in 1 inch pieces 1 piece of fresh ginger (about the size of the onion) peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks apple cider vinegar to cover (about 2 cups)

Blend until smooth and liquefied (about 2 minutes) Makes about 1 quart.

Pour into glass jar and cover with lid.

May be stored a couple weeks at room temperature. It will keep for months when stored in a cool place.

Shake before using. We poured some of the tonic into a narrow-neck bottle for use at the table. It makes a wonderful all-purpose seasoning for food.

Tip: If you prepare ingredients in the order listed, the ginger will help eliminate the smell of garlic and onions on your hands.

Three Week Cleanse:

Week One - 2 Tablespoons of tonic each day with meal.
Week Two - 3 Tablespoons of tonic each day with meal.
Week Three - 4 Tablespoons of tonic each day with meal.

After the third week, 2 Tablespoons a day may be taken with meals as a maintenance dose.

If you have a longstanding condition such as arthritis, you may gradually work up to 8 Tablespoons (1/2 cup) of tonic daily. Since the tonic is made up of fresh foods, not manmade chemicals, it may be taken daily as long as you are continuing to obtain benefits. Dosages may be divided, taking half a dose twice a day with meals.

Hints: This tonic smells like a Chinese restaurant and is very potent. To make it easier to drink, put measured amount of tonic in glass with an equal amount of water and drink it down; or mix tonic with an equal amount of food such as rice, beans, or potatoes and eat the tonic. Another idea is to mix the tonic with raw honey. Avoid taking the tonic on an empty stomach because it may cause digestive upset.

Why It Works:

All the herbs are raw and full of enzymes and other nutrients inherent in the plant. The raw apple cider vinegar acts as a natural preservative and carrier for the herbs. The herbs chosen are some of the most powerful plants for cleansing and healing the body. Their known benefits include lowering blood pressure, cancer-prevention, expelling mucus from lungs and relief of headache and joint pain.