Elderberry syrup is just the ticket when you want to shorten the duration of your cold and flu symptoms or simply give the ol’ immune system a daily boost to prevent infection.
Pure Elderberry Syrup is hard to come by, but with this DIY kit, you can make yourself a fresh batch at home anytime you need to restock. All you need is 3 cups of water, a little bit of time, and some local raw honey and you will have a delicious batch that will last up to 6 months in the refrigerator!
Elderberries are:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-viral
- Full of anti-oxidants
- High in potassium
- Full of bioflavonoids – which soothe inflammation and irritation in the respiratory system to ease coughing and act as an expectorant to rid the lungs of phlegm.
- Helpful with alleviating cold, flu, and asthma symptoms
- Also great for reducing High Blood Pressure (bonus!)
Ingredients:
dried elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, lemon peel, orange peel, cloves
Directions:
Empty contents into medium-sized pot and cover with 3 cups of filtered water. Bring to a boil, cover, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover, strain pulp, then return the liquid back to the pot. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 30 to 60 minutes, or until desired thickness is achieved. Allow to cool then add a sweetener of choice such as local, raw honey (local honey has amazing health benefits!).
(See dosage amount below)
Immune Support – take once a day, 5 days a week
Cold or Flu – take every 2-3 hours at the onset of symptoms
You can either take it straight by the spoonful or add a bit to your beverage and drink throughout the day. Kids love the taste of it added to their favorite juice!
Dosage:
Adults & Children over 12 – 1-2 Tbsp. per dose
Children 6-11 years – 1.5-2 tsp. per dose
Children 1-5 years – 1/2-1 tsp. per dose
IF YOU CHOOSE TO SWEETEN WITH HONEY, NOT FOR BABIES UNDER 1 YEAR OF AGE.
Consult your doctor before use.
This recipe contains raw honey and citrus, both of which act as natural preservatives. If kept in the refrigerator, this product can last up to 6 months.
Each blended kit is made to order – absolutely no stock is left sitting on the shelves for long before you purchase yours. Upon purchase, your elderberry syrup kit will be shipped within 1-3 business days.
I do not offer refunds on this purchase, but if your package arrives damaged in any way, place contact me and I will work with you to replace it.
Michelle Janes –
I have heard really great things about elderberries and was super excited to find this DIY Kit!!! I made it last night was happy with how easy it was to make. I will definitely be buying this again.
It’s also important to note that you are the one that needs to sweeten to your taste.