Black elderberry syrup cuts cold duration to four days

Homemade black elderberry syrup is a natural way to combat the common cold and flu. It is worth taking it at the first sign of symptoms to prevent the illness from developing. Its effectiveness has been scientifically confirmed. Research from the Medical Center in Jerusalem, published in 2001, confirms that black elderberry can shorten the duration of a cold to four days.

However, it is crucial to consume this syrup quickly. For the remedy to be effective, it is essential to take it within 48 hours of being infected with the virus, that is, from the moment we start feeling the first symptoms of the illness.

Black elderberry effectively combats inflammation and, due to its large amount of antioxidants, protects the body from free radicals, which reduces the risk of cancer. This preparation also helps with common ailments. The syrup also has fever-reducing and warming properties and clears the upper respiratory tract, helping with sinus pain.

Additionally, black elderberry syrup affects the condition of our skin and significantly slows down the aging process. It also supports our heart by lowering the risk of atherosclerosis. How can we prepare such an elixir?

The recipe is very simple. Put one cup of fresh, dried, or frozen black elderberries in a pot. Add two cups of water and two tablespoons of grated fresh ginger. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. After cooling, strain through cheesecloth, and add one cup of natural honey and one cup of 80-proof alcohol. Mix thoroughly and pour the elixir into small bottles.

The bottles can be stored in two ways: pasteurized or in the refrigerator. Drink one tablespoon of syrup several times a day for at least five days, or prophylactically, one tablespoon a day.