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Elderberry Syrup     

Ingredients:
1 cup black elderberries
3 cups water
1 cup raw local honey

Preparation:
Place berries and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Crush the berries and strain of the skins. Allow to cool before stirring in honey.

For best results, take one tablespoon daily when you’re well. You can take it on its own, or add it to fruit smoothies, yogurt, ice cream, or maple syrup. If you do come down with a cold or the flu, take a teaspoon every few hours until you recover.

For centuries, traditional European folk medicine has touted the benefits of elderberry extract for immune support, and now modern science is finally catching up. Recent studies have found that a commercial preparation of elderberry extract is more effective than other over-the-counter remedies at shortening the duration and severity of the flu. Elderberry syrup is said to boost the immune system, prevent the flu or colds, alleviate excessive mucus and soothe sore throats. In addition to their illness-fighting properties, elderberries are also full of antioxidants, potassium, beta carotene, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin C.

Date added: 2014-02-05
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