Size/Vol.: 100g

-The plant of the Qust, which is known as Qustus is 2 metres in length and is generally found in the northwest and northeast of the sub Himalayan regions. The roots are used for medicinal purposes, Ibn Hajr (may Allah have mercy upon him) quotes Ibn Arabi (may Allah have mercy upon him) as saying that there are 2 types of Qustus; Qust al-Bahri (Sea Incense Qustus) and Oud al-Bahri or Qust al-Bahri (Indian Wood Qustus). As for Qust al-Bahri (Sea Incense Qustus) then it is white and as for Oud al-Bahri or Qust al-Bahri (Indian Wood Qustus) then it is hotter Qust al-Bahri (Sea Incense Qust) and darker. [vol. 10, 148 Shamila].

- - How to take Qust al Bahri:

- - 1. 1tsp Qust al-Bahri, 1tsp honey in warm water, ideally on an empty stomach, once a day.- It is used to treat; stomach pains, stomach upsets, diarrhoea, constipation, colon problems, blood clots, tumours, cancer, cholesterol, high blood pressure, asthma, breathing problems, cleanses the womb, increases fertility, strengthens muscles after labour, contracts the womb, aids weight loss (take twice daily, morning and evening), diabetes (without the honey).

- - 2. 1tsp Qust al-Bahri, 1tsp honey, mix together and apply to the skin surface. Leave for 2 hours and then rinse off.

- - It is used to treat; acne, pimples, spots, scars, burns, nappy rash, mosquito bites, eczema, thrush, piles and as a face mask.

- - Can also be used for Ruqya to expel magic or Jinn