newsletter for december

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This month….

Surviving cold & Flu Season

The kids are back in school, the weather is getting colder, the days are getting shorter and many of us are on overdrive with holiday shopping and other preparations. Too often we are surrounded by folks who are coughing, sneezing or worse. Both Echinacea and Elderberry have become quite popular for treating cold and flu symptoms, and are available in many products. However, they each have different properties. Do you know which one to take and when?

• Echinacea (Echinacea spp)
   

Echinacea stimulates the immune system, increasing white blood cell production killing bacteria and ridding the body of dead viruses and other cells.  However, it is not effective for preventingcolds and flu and should not be taken when well as a preventative. Echinacea is most effective when taken at the very onset of symptoms in large, frequent dose [Buhner].  

• Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)
   

Elderberry appears to work well for influenza viruses and some bacterial infections, inhibiting viral replication in the cells.  Elderberry, too, should be taken at the first sign of cold or flu symptoms to help stop the virus from spreading. However, unlike Echinacea, Elderberry syrup can be taken daily during cold and flu season as a preventative-usually 1-2 teaspoons a day.  

We have a large supply of quality Echinacea and Elderberry products.

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Don’t forget Fire Cider!

Beloved herbalist Rosemary Gladstar has been touting the benefits of Fire Cider since the 1970s. An apple cider vinegar-based tonic infused with garlic, onions, ginger, horseradish, hot peppers, orange, lemon and honey, Fire Cider helps to ward off cold and flu bugs. There are many variations of this traditional recipe and Rosemary’s newest book, “Fire Cider-101 Zesty Recipes for Health-Boosting Remedies” has lots of ideas for making and using Fire Cider.

Check out our Fire Cider Mix to make your own healthful batch!

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    Got a sore throat? Try making some Sage tea.

 Did you know that common kitchen Sage (Salvia officinalis) has antibacterial properties and is very soothing for a sore throat? Make an infusion using 1 tablespoon fresh OR 1 teaspoon dried Sage leaves to one cup of almost boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes Strain, drink, and feel better. NOTE: Sage is not recommended during pregnancy.   

A simple but effective remedy for coughs

Honey-Thyme Cough Syrup

Ingredients

• 2 cups of water
   
• 3 tablespoons organic fresh or dried Thyme
   
• 1 cup organic raw honey
   

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil; remove from heat
    
2. Add the Thyme, cover and let steep for 10 minutes or until cooled.
    
3. Strain, then whisk in the honey until dissolved. Store in glass jar.
    
4. This will keep for up to two months in the refrigerator.
    
5. To use, take 1-2 teaspoons, as needed.  
    

NOTE: Thyme is not recommended for use during     pregnancy.

Recipe from Café Johnsonia      https://cafejohnsonia.com/2012/10/diy-honey-thyme-cough-syrup.html   

The #1 way to help prevent the spread of colds and flu is… WASH YOUR HANDS-Frequently!  

No need for antibacterial cleansers-just use plain soap, warm water and rub the hands together briskly for 15 to 20 seconds. The soap and water decrease surface tension, preventing germs from sticking to the skin. Rubbing the hands briskly together loosens bacteria and viruses from the skin and rinsing with water flushes them down the drain. Bye-bye germs!

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