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The granule version comes in 2 forms, generally speaking. The efficacy is roughly 80% of the real stuff, although that is changing. 1g of granules = 5g of the actual herb
1) the extract granules of each individual ingredients. So you would take A + B + C granules and then mix it together and dissolve. Sometimes the doc will mix it for you, sometimes you mix it yourself.
2) the extract granules of formulations. So you would cook A+B+C together, and then extract it into granules for you to dissolve. no mixing required since it's done at the factory.
pulverized herbs are seldom used in cooking because 1) lower herbal quality 2) its a mess to deal with.
if you like convenience and/or dislike the smell then granules are for you. try to get the doc to prescribe you one w/ a formulation and then add a herb or two.
if you're a traditionalist or want a faster recovery please boil your medicine in a ceramic pot.
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