How To Make Fire Cider – A Potent Cold & Flu Remedy

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We just discovered a super tutorial over at mommypotamus.com for how to make your own fire cider. If it sounds like just a warm drink for a cold winter’s night, think again: It’s actually an infusion based on a powerful and ancient healing formula – and many people are raving about its powers against colds and flu. Many people are making this in gallon jars a couple of times a year.

This super tonic includes all manner of all-natural ingredients that have been praised for their anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, anti-bacterial, anti-viral and decongestant qualities. However one thing to note is that this is not an overnight prep: You’ll need to make the batch a month in advance of when you need it.

There are various forms of this recipe as it has passed through the years. One famous version is that of the renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar. Ingredients in the version we have linked to include (organic is best) ginger root, horseradish root, turmeric root, white onion, garlic cloves, jalapeno peppers, lemons, apple cider vinegar and organic honey. It’s also possible to add herbs including rosemary, thyme and black peppercorns. The adventurous herbalists among you could probably think of a few more to add here.

One thing I found fascinating is that its uses are not limited to being drunk as a “wellness shot” – it can also be used as a marinade, salad dressing or as an additive to tea, juice or hot water.

Please note that ginger, especially fresh ginger, is controversial and sometimes contraindicated in pregnancy – it is reported that it has a small possibility of causing a miscarriage in the first trimester of pregnancy. Several medications also may interact with ginger. ^[1]

Ok, here’s the link to the full tutorial: https://mommypotamus.com/fire-cider-recipe/

Another page that you might want to check out: The Top 10 Most Amazing Herbal / Natural Remedies For Colds And Flu: A Definitive Guide