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For Mr Henderson.

A weakness of nerves. whether from constitution or accident not
necessary to determine, for the measures ↑to be taken↑ the same in either case.
This ailment gives no danger, but if neglected induces a disagreably
valetudinary state. Hope it may be mended here as Mr Hender¬
son can easily conform to the following rules.

Diet. no great nicety. At dinner may take a part of any thing
but the heavier kinds. few things at one meal & keep stomach
light, always pudding or vegetables with his meat but never largely of
vegetables. Very light or no supper at all. Avoid tea & coffee. May
take at breakfast weak chocolate, Cocoa tea or milk.

Drinking, moderation in quantity, more important that any nicety
about the quality -- Avoid all malt liquors & for ordinary drink
takee plain water, or with a little strong wine in it - Every day
some glasses of wine. claret if digestible, the safest., -- may
& perhaps should take as much as citra ¹ heating or intoxication.

Much fresh air & moderate exercise. -- avoid sedentary
employments -- Avoid late hours either at night or in morning.
Some employment, occupation, or pursuit, absolutely necessary.
All these to prevent growing worse, but must restore his Nerves.
In the advance of the season, use cold bathing, & continue it often
thro the summer. Go to Spaw with an agreable party.
Some medicines may be of use if not long continued. See the powders
& Infusion below. After taking the powders for a week, if they
do not agree with his stomach, he may take two powder twice a day
for a dose. to be continued for a month only, at one time.

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