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Elderberry Syrup Recipe for Colds and Flu

Elderberries are thought to prevent or shorten the duration of herpes outbreaks, decrease pain and inflammation, and reduce symptoms of upper respiratory infections. Many people consider the elderberry plant one of the most powerful for preventing and treating colds and influenza and swear by its antiviral properties.


Here is a recipe for basic elderberry syrup, which can last in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 months if stored in a glass bottle: take ½ to 1 tablespoon daily for adults to prevent illness; or if the flu does strike, take ½ to 1 tablespoon every 2 to 3 hours, instead of once a day, until symptoms disappear.


INGREDIENTS

  • 3/4 cup dried elderberries

  • 3 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon dried cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick

  • 1 teaspoon dried cloves or 4 whole cloves or 1 drop clove essential oil

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon dried ginger or 1 drop ginger essential oil

  • 1 cup raw honey

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a large pot, bring the elderberries, water, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger to a boil.

  • Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid has reduced by half, about 40-45 minutes.

  • Allow the liquid to cool, and then drain the liquid using a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth.

  • Press all liquid out of the berries using the back of a wooden spoon.

  • Add the raw honey and mix well.

  • Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to two months.

Dry elderberries can be purchased on Amazon or from Frontier herbs.

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