MAY 2016
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Scientific study finds Rosemary boosts memory by up to 15%
"English folklore advises slipping rosemary into the pocket of an errant lover to help them remember their vows, while Ophelia confirmed the herb is ‘for remembrance’ in Shakespeare’s Hamlet. … |
"Fire Cider" is growing in popularity these days, and for good reason. It is a traditional remedy rooted in folk medicine with many variations favored among herbalists. Proponents say can help do everything from strengthen immunity and support digestion to cure hangovers and boost energy. The formula consists of apple cider vinegar infused with powerful decongestant and spicy circulatory herbs, sometimes sweetened with honey. It is surprisingly delicious and easy to incorporate into your daily diet to help boost immunity, stimulate digestion, and warm you up.
Cheryl's Herbs version has changed a bit over the years and is simply known as Vinegar Extract Combination. Vinegar Extract Combination can be taken straight by the spoonful, added to organic veggie juice, grain dishes, soups, or drizzled on a salad with olive oil. Try a tablespoon or two in a cup, cover with hot water and sip like tea when you feel a cold coming on. Have a spoonful after a big meal to aid digestion. I like to take 1 tbsp each morning to help warm me up and boost my health and energy or 3 tbsp if I feel the sniffles or a scratchy throat coming on.
Here is a recipe to get you started or if you can't wait that long try our version that is ready to use ready to use.
Ingredients:
2 inch piece fresh organic Ginger Root
1/2 cup fresh organic Horseradish Root
1 medium organic Onion, cut into quarters
10 cloves of organic Garlic
2 fresh organic Hot Peppers of your choice, stems removed
1 organic Lemon
Several sprigs of fresh organic Rosemary or 2 tbsp of dried Rosemary Leaves
1 tbsp organic Turmeric powder
1/4 tsp organic Cayenne powder
24 oz(give or take) organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Raw local Honey to taste
Optional
Quart size jar
Directions:
Prepare all of your roots, fruits, and herbs and place them in a blender with about half of the vinegar, blend well and pour into a quart sized jar with the remaining vinegar. If you don't have a blender be sure to chop all the ingredients by hand. Use a piece of natural parchment paper or plastic wrap under the lid to keep the vinegar from touching the metal. Shake well! Store in a dark, cool place for 2 weeks to one month and remember to shake daily.
After one month, use cheesecloth or our Mary's Tea Brewing bag to strain out the pulp, pouring the vinegar into a clean jar. Be sure to squeeze as much of the liquid goodness as you can from the pulp while straining. If desired, add 1/4 cup of honey and mix well.
Here are some herbal variations, these organic herbs and spices would make a wonderful addition to your recipe. You can find them all and more in our shop!
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