Elderberries, an ancient medicinal plant.
DID YOU KNOW THAT HIPPOCRATES “THE FATHER OF MEDICINE” OFTEN REFERRED TO THE ELDERBERRY PLANT AS THE “MEDICINE CHEST” BECAUSE OF ITS ABILITY TO BRING RELIEF TO A VARIETY OF AILMENTS?
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Elderberries have traditionally been used for thousands of years to support:
Boosting the immune system
Fighting against bacterial and viral infections
Supporting the respiratory system
Helps reduce the duration of cold and flu
Anti-inflammatory properties
Anti-microbial properties
Rich in antioxidants
Eases allergy symptoms
Have you ever tried making your own elderberry syrup? It’s an easy and inexpensive way to support your family’s health. Here’s a recipe we know you’ll love! Bonus! These immune-boosting, sugar-balancing, inflammation-fighting, and tasty and aromatic spices are sure to make your home smell incredible!
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup Dried Elderberries
1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Root OR 1-inch nub fresh ginger coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon OR 3 Cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon Ground Cloves OR Whole Cloves
Peel of 1 or 2 oranges or tangerines (cleaned and optional)
4 cups Water
1 cup Honey (raw, local honey preferred) or Agave
DIRECTIONS:
1. Place 1 cup of dried elderberries and 4 cups of water in a saucepan with a lid. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and orange or tangerine peels
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, partially covered. Stirring occasionally, simmer until the liquid is reduced by half. About 45 to 60 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, let cool, and pour through a strainer (discarding berries and cloves).
4. Stir in a cup of honey or agave syrup.
5. Pour into a jar or bottle with a lid and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Don’t want to make your own? Got you covered! Here is a link to some of our favorite Elderberry and other immune-supporting supplements!
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