4 herbs for cold + flu
If there’s one thing this past pandemic has taught us, it’s putting our health (and those around us) as priority. Especially, if your immune system isn’t the strongest.
One thing about Earth, she will always provide the resources we need to survive and live long, prosperous, healthy lives. Here are four herbs (out of many) that may help you strengthen your immune system + help relieve cold + flu.
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astragalus
An anti-viral and tonic herb used traditionally in Chinese medicine to boost energy and strengthen your immune system by increasing your white blood cell production. It has antibacterial properties that may help with the common cold + respiratory infections.
2. boneset
Traditionally used by New England settlers, it helps reduce fever by promoting sweating, + increase resistance to viral + bacterial infections by stimulating white blood cell action. It’s very helpful for flu accompanied with body aches + congestion.
3. elderberry
It’s the fruit of the Elder plant that helps to minimize the spread of viral infections and remove excess mucus from your system with its decongestant properties. The berries have strong antiviral properties, helping to prevent + speed recovery from respiratory infections such as cold + flu.
4. wild cherry bark
It has been used for centuries as a cough suppressant, as it helps to loosen phlegm and dry out mucus membranes. It had such a strong medicinal influence, it’s a huge reason why many cough remedies are cherry-flavored.
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You can use these ingredients to make a tea, extracts, or syrup. However, if you're too sick to make it, or don't have time, we have a berry-flavored, immune boosting syrup that's hand-crafted with all these nourishing herbs + raw honey — which also has amazing immune strengthening properties.
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