Instead, you could dilute it in some water or juice for them! Another great kid-friendly immunity-boosting, cold-fighting concoction you can make at home is Elderberry Syrup. If you have kiddos (ahem, germ factories), especially those that go to childcare or are in public schools, you are probably… okay, most definitely… in more desperate need than me! But unless they are super adventurous, kids probably won’t enjoy fire cider straight like we do. Maybe three! I know this is because I have fire cider and few other natural remedies in my medicine cabinet. However, I am happy to report that I haven’t had a significant cold or flu in over two years. I work with the public and in a large mixed-use office building, and people seem to be constantly passing junk around. I don’t know about you, but I need all the help I can get to ward off bugs. If you’re a bit of a plant nerd like me, and want to hear how and why this tonic heals through each ingredient, keep reading along… To jump straight to the recipe, click here Simply put, plant ingredients that are already known to be good-for-you healers on their own (explained more below) are infused in raw apple cider vinegar, also referred to as “ACV”, to create a powerful immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, decongestant, circulation and digestion system boosting beverage.
This article will show you step-by-step how to make your own fire cider at home.
With a kick-ass combination of foods and herbs used in this tonic, it is recognized to either prevent or shorten the duration of cold and flu symptoms. There is something wickedly beautiful and wicked healthy brewing up in the kitchen: Fire Cider! Herbalists and those who embrace natural medicine call upon this spicy, spunky, tangy tonic to stay healthy during the winter and cold season. Make Fire Cider ~ To keep you healthy and strong, all year long!