Barley Extract

Decoctum Fructus Hordei

Historical tradition – not medical advice, and no health or healing claims. more

Historical botanical drawing: Barley — Barley

Tradition (Hildegard's writings)

In Hildegard's tradition, barley extract was associated with strengthening and — as a cosmetic — with the care of the skin.

Ingredients

Whole, natural (unhulled, untreated) barley grains.

Note

The barley water keeps for about a week in the fridge.

Botanical background

Barley grains consist mainly of carbohydrates and contain protein, minerals and fat. Studies at the University of Hamburg (Prof. Martina Kerscher) examined a skin-active growth factor (EGF) in barley extract, credited with a supporting role in skin care and skin regeneration. Calf's-foot bone broth adds collagen alongside.

Sources & references

Strehlow, Wighard: Die Hildegard-Naturapotheke. Heilmittel und Rezepte von A bis Z. Knaur Verlag 2014. S. 116.

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Historical tradition. The above describes how this preparation was recorded and used in the tradition of Hildegard of Bingen. This is cultural-historical information, not medical advice and not a health or healing claim, and it is no substitute for advice from a doctor or pharmacist. If you have health complaints, please consult your doctor or pharmacy.

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