With fresh, potent botanicals and healing honey, this herbal honey infusion helps to balance hormones and ward off cold and flu. The best part is that it doesn't need to be perfect to work great! You can have fun experimenting with different ingredients and ratios.
This low heat infusion process helps bring out the health benefits of each individual herb, and allows them to work together synergistically. This recipe relies on four great herbs with many benefits to your health:
Rosemary: An aromatic evergreen shrub, this herb is used in cuisines across the world, as well as cosmetics and body products. Studies have shown its medicinal benefits, including neuroprotective effects, pain relief, and helping with cognition and mood. With anti-inflammatory compounds and a dose of vitamin C, rosemary is great for immunity in cold and flu season.
Sage: This herb has long been used in traditional medicine to protect the body from oxidative stress and free radical damage, as well as inflammation and infection. It’s a potent botanical with evidence for treating diseases such as depression, dementia, obesity, diabetes, lupus, heart disease, and cancer. Once again, this anti-inflammatory plant also delivers a great dose of vitamin C for immunity.
Thyme: In thyme, you’ll find anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties. It, too, is a powerful botanical. Herbalists have relied on thyme especially for relieving respiratory issues, both because of its antibacterial properties and because it’s a great expectorant, clearing out mucus.
Ginger: Another good source of antioxidants, ginger also helps your body deal with oxidative stress and adds potent anti-inflammatory benefits. Ginger can also help alleviate nausea when sick.
Directions:
Coarsely chop 1/2 to 1 tsp of each herb and put into a small sauce pan.
Add 2 cups of raw honey [local is best!]
Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes to allow the natural oils from the herbs to release and infuse into the honey
Pour into a glass jar with a lid [mason jars work great!]
Let cool before putting the lid on
Store in a cool, dry place [pantry work fine!]
Take 1 tablespoon daily. Feel free to add into teas, coffees, and other foods you like.
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