The Herbal Academy and Homestead Bloggers Network $297 Giveaway!

The Herbal Academy provided me with this promotional information, giveaway, and offer to share with my readers. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Perhaps you, like myself, have been on a mission to incorporate a more natural approach to your family’s wellness. You’ve revamped your homemade meals with fresh, healthy ingredients, researched holistic ways to approach common ailments, and tried using essential oils and herbs in your own health routine!

Sound familiar?

I know it can be challenging to begin this holistic voyage! How do you start? Who do you trust?

If you have a desire to move from the unknown to the confident, I have great news for you today!

The Herbal Academy just announced the release of their brand new foundational herbal programs today including, get this, new printed versions complete with textbooks, topic specific companion booklets, and compiled recipe and monograph books!

There is truly nothing like these printed programs available that I know of!

The revised herbal programs boast of the very latest research available and feature expanded lessons, fresh videos, hundreds of recipes, new multimedia resources, and experiential exercises that will take your learning off your computer and into your kitchen!

Early-bird registration is NOW OPEN with two enrollment bonuses including $25 off your tuition and a $70 herbal goodie bag with a print package purchase! Hurry because early bird pricing ends February 20th!

Explore the new programs here!

The many new features of the newly revised Introductory Herbal Course, Intermediate Herbal Course, and Herbalist Path Packages include:

● New lessons and expanded lessons
● Brand new compiled Recipe and Monograph Books for each program
● Dedicated and beautifully presented Materia Medica charts for each body system
throughout the courses
● Hundreds of Expanded Herbal Monographs
● Fresh downloadable booklets highlighted in each course
● Dozens of new videos added throughout course units
● All new media and learning charts
● New experiential exercises
● The revised courses include the very latest research, presented in a clear, easy-to-
digest way!
● You’ll also notice dozens of new educators in the courses, including herbalist-adored
Guido Masé!
● Longer installment plan options offering more manageable monthly payments!

ENTER TO WIN!

One (1) winner will receive a Complete Enrollment in the Introductory Herbal Course (value $297) courtesy of The Herbal Academy in collaboration with Homestead Bloggers Network. Giveaway ends February 13, 2019 11:59pm.

Click Through Here to See the Course Syllabus!

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DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this post to let my readers know about this course and giveaway. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Learn About Holistic and Herbal Options for ADHD, Cognition, and Focus From Herbal Academy

The Herbal Academy provided me with this promotional information and offer to share with my readers. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Are you, a loved one, co-worker, or a client constantly feeling disorganized, struggling to stay on task, losing focus, or regularly running late?

October is ADHD Awareness Month! ADHD is an increasingly common condition in the US, and according to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 10% of American children (more than 6 million) have been diagnosed with ADHD. The National Resource on ADHD notes that ADHD often persists into adulthood, affecting approximately 10 million adults!

While ADHD and related cognitive concerns can seem daunting, the goods news is that there are numerous holistic and herbal options that can help support those with these concerns. Are you looking for experienced guidance with herbal and lifestyle options to help navigate your way down this holistic path?

You’re in luck!

The Herbal Academy has teamed up with Maria Noël Groves, author and herbalist extraordinaire, to bring you this Herbs for ADHD, Cognition, and Focus Intensive which takes a close look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) along with a careful selection of herbs to support those with ADHD as well as other cognition and focus concerns. This 3-part series is being offered for a limited time! I reserved my seat in class, and cannot wait to begin this journey.

So join us! The Herbarium’s Herbs for ADHD, Cognition, and Focus Intensive is now open on the Herbal Academy website for registration through Sunday, October 21st (but you can start whenever)! With registration, gain access to this entire 3-session series for only $39!

The Herbs for ADHD, Cognition, and Focus Intensive is available on the Herbal Academy for a limited time. However, you can also get this full Intensive along with a library of Intensive Short Courses included in your membership to The Herbarium!

The Herbarium currently boasts of three exclusive Intensive Workshops, with many more in development as we speak!

SPECIAL OFFER!

For a $45 annual membership (only $5 more than paying for the single intensive), you will get:

This Herbs for ADHD, Cognition, and Focus Intensive The Clinical Practice: Supporting Clients with Stress Intensive Natural Approaches to the Management of PCOS: Finding Balance Intensive Privy to future Intensive offerings

Along with access to:

The Herbarium’s exclusive Plant Monograph Database boasting over 130 herbal profiles Herbal ebooks and media offerings valued up to $9.99 each An ever-expanding collection of in-depth herbal resources including articles, presentations, videos, and podcasts from brilliant herbal minds from around the globe.



For an easy, non-committal registration, sign up for this Intensive on the Herbal Academy! There are 2 ways to sign up:

Get the ADHD Intensive + Sign up for The Herbarium here!
Or sign up for the ADHD Intensive as a solo workshop here!

Sign up by Sunday, 10/21 to reserve your seat. Begin whenever you are ready!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this post to let my readers know about this free course. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

The Herbal Academy Botany & Wildcrafting Course Kickoff!

The Herbal Academy provided me with this promotional information and offer to share with my readers. I am getting something for free in return for posting this information. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

The Botany & Wildcrafting Course, curated by the amazing Herbal Academy team of herbalists and botanists, is now open for registration at an introductory price of $149 ($50 off right now)!! I reserved my seat in class, and cannot wait to begin this journey. To give you an idea of what is included in class, lessons cover topics like using the dichotomous key for plant identification, identifying botanical families and patterns in nature, drawing herbs, making a pressed herbarium, wildcrafting for wild edibles and herbs, drying herbs, and much, much more.

If you too are interested in learning more about botany and foraging, check out the course page here: https://theherbalacademy.com/product/botany-wildcrafting- course/

CLICK HERE to ENROLL!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I received this course for free for posting this information. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this review. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Celebrating Herbalist Day! Free Cards to Share

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HAPPY HERBALIST DAY! I am so grateful to each of my herbal friends, teachers, and students. I am also so very blessed to be a part of the herbal community. The wonderful things I have learned and have been taught throughout the years have been amazing! Thank you all so very much for being there for my experience.

©Herbal Academy

Please take a moment to thank a special herbalist in your life. The Herbal Academy, International School of Herbal Arts and Sciences, has made these beautiful graphics and thank you cards to share and brighten someone's day. Go to the link and download the PDF file to save them and be able to print them out.

Save 50% on the Learning Herbs Herbal Remedy Kit (Ends Midnight)

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You've undoubtedly bought herbal teas, natural salves, or extracts for a cold or minor first aid. Using plants to heal and stay healthy has been a huge part of our history since our time here on this planet. Creating natural remedies at home is making a come back and it is easier than you think!

How would you like to learn how to make your own herbal remedies at home and have the supplies right at your fingertips? Now you can for half the price! Learning Herbs has made an Herbal Remedy Kit that is 50% off TODAY ONLY!! This kit has just about everything you will need to start your journey in making natural remedies for you and your household. It will help empower you to make easy beneficial remedies at home to stock your own herbal apothecary with so you can take care of yourself and your family naturally. This offer only happens once a year and it is happening now, so hurry and get yours today before this price goes away!

What You Will Make With The Kit:

• Echinacea Extract/Tincture (4 bottles): Immune system booster for colds and anti-bacterial for first-aid.
• Healing Herbal Salve (4 tins, 2 jars): Great for minor cuts, scrapes, bumps, bruises, itches, bug bites, stings, inflammations, rashes, dried skin, chapped lips and more.
• A Nourishing Herbal Infusion: Super nutritious, relieves stress and anxiety.
• Elderberry Syrup: Relieves cold and flu symptoms.

©Learning Herbs

What is in the Kit:

• 1 bag of dried organic Echinacea root
• 4 cobalt blue dropper bottles for the Echinacea extract (bottle color depends on availability)
• 1 labeled jar to brew the Echinacea extract in
• 1 Muslin bag for straining
• 1 Bag of assorted organic herbs for healing herbal salve (Comfrey, Calendula, Plantain)
• 4 metal salve tins
• 2 salve jars
• Lavender essential oil
• Beeswax for the healing herbal salve
• 1 bag of Nettle for nourishing herbal infusion
• 1 bag of Dried Elderberries
• Pretty labels for all the containers

Online Bonuses Included with the Kit:

• Step-By-Step Training Videos
• Printable Written Instructions
• Bonus Videos about the Remedies
• 6 Detailed Plant Monographs about the Herbs Used
• 10 Herbs to Radically Change Your Heath Online Web Class

These instructions are super simple and perfect for your busy lifestyle. They are available immediately after purchase. This hands-on kit is perfect for gift giving and will include a card to the recipient inside the box if giving as a present to someone else.

So, what are you waiting for? The Herbal Remedy Kit from Learning Herbs is 50% of TODAY ONLY! This discount is only available once a year. Don't delay!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this offer. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post.

The information provided on this blog post is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, nurse, pharmacist/chemist, and so on). I am not a medical professional, just a mom with a opinion. Even if a statement made about the remedies are accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms. I am only suggesting that you should try it for yourself and see if helps you. People are all different and outcomes could vary drastically.

The Craft of Herbal Fermentation Course from Herbal Academy Pre-Registration Savings!

I received this course for free to facilitate a review along the way.

The Craft of Herbal Fermentation Course is brought to you by the Herbal Academy. Transform your kitchen with herbal fermentation! Did you know that herbs can enhance the art and science of fermented foods and beverages? Explore the realms of herbal fermentation and discover new ways to capture the beneficial qualities of herbs with the help of life-supporting microorganisms through fermentation and homemade brews. In The Craft of Herbal Fermentation Course, the Herbal Academy will teach you a unique way to share your passion and curiosity of herbalism with others!

This new course will explore how to incorporate herbs into popular home ferments like water kefir, kombucha, and lacto-fermented vegetables and even how to make herbal beers and ales. The exclusive video tutorials, printable charts, and written lessons in this course guide you through the exciting process. The course includes exclusive recipes to get you started!

Pre-registration is happening now before the course starts on March 7th! If you pre-register you will save on the course cost. I have pre-registered for the course and and you can also join me in learning about making fermented foods and drinks with herbs to enhance taste and flavor. I am most excited for this course mostly to learn how to make my own Kombucha, Water Kefir, and Lacto-fermented Herbs and Vegetables. This will be a great resource for beginner and advanced home brew and ferment hobbyists alike.

Here is the course overview:



Pre-registration runs now through March 7th at just $99! After March 7th, pre-registration will close and the course will be available for $119 – $149.

At checkout, you can choose to upgrade your registration with the beautifully-designed fermentation tutorial and recipe guides! Take these durable, laminated instructions into the kitchen with you while you prepare your herbal ferments to help guide you through the process and inspire you with exclusive recipes!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this post to let my readers know about this great opportunity and deal. I received the course free to facilitate a review later in the year. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Free Herbal Materia Medica Course For The New Year From Herbal Academy!

On January 2 the Herbal Academy, International School of Herbal Arts and Sciences, is releasing their Free Herbal Materia Medica Course. As a wonderful way to kickoff the New Year, this program will guide students through the process of creating their own personal materia medicas and teach them how to study and observe plants using the “one herb at a time” method. In the course you will learn what a materia medica is (if you don’t already know) and follow along with the Herbal Academy’s step-by-step instructions on how to research a plant. The Academy's hope is to equip students with the tools and resources they need so that they feel more confident about studying herbs on their own!

Included in this course:

1. 6 thoughtful lessons that will walk you through creating your own materia medica
2. Free materia medica journal pages for download and print
3. A handy step-by-step guide to completing plant monographs
4. Helpful study aids, tools, and charts that will enrich your studies on topics such as safety and dosage, researching, plant identification, tea meditation, and more
5. An extensive list of references to support your research
6. Activities and tutorials to encourage hands-on experience
7. 20% off herbs at Bulk Herb Store during the month of January
8. Access to the Herbal Academy’s beautiful Student Platform
9. A badge of completion upon graduation

As a companion offering of the free Herbal Materia Medica Course, you have will have the option to upgrade your registration to include the Herbal Academy’s beautifully illustrated Materia Medica Journal. With the ability to accommodate 50 botanical monographs, this journal also includes many of the useful reference charts from the Herbal Materia Medica Course including those on plant identification, herbal safety, and researching tips and tricks.

Best of all, the Herbal Materia Medica Course is free during the entire month of January! Designed for herbalists and non-herbalists alike, all are welcome to join in this short course for free, which will be offered January 2 through January 31. Register for class here starting January 2nd!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this post to let my readers know about this free course. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Learning Herbs Taste of Herbs Special Q&A Session #2

SPECIAL Q&A SESSIONS
Rosalee and John will present two FREE live classes today. If you have any questions about Taste of Herbs or the Flavor Wheel, here’s their opportunity to ask!

Second Class...
Do Herbs Really Work? (Plus 7 Potent Fall Remedies and When to Use Them)
3pm Pacific (4pm Mountain, 5pm Central, 6pm Eastern)
Herbs don’t come with an instruction manual, which can lead to a lot of confusion and mistakes. In this short class Rosalee will explain how to get the best results with herbs. She’ll discuss dosing strategies, herbal quality, herbal preparations, and down-to-earth expectations.

Here’s your link – please don’t share it before 3pm Pacific: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=44

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this webinar. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog!

Last Chance To Enroll! Learn How To Choose The RIGHT Herbal Remedy For The Right PERSON!

Last chance to enroll in the Taste of Herbs course is TODAY!!

• Know the right herb for the right remedy. The Taste of Herbs course seriously reduces your herbal learning curve. 
• Provides the herbal learning foundation you and your family will use forever.
• Taste of Herbs is the BEST practical online herbal learning program. Hurry, registration closes at midnight 
• Teaches herbal energetics in a PRACTICAL way.
• Helps you choose the RIGHT herb for the right person with confidence.
• Help your family and friends.
• Become the healer and herbal remedy maker you’ve always dreamed you could be.

Check it out now… enrollment closes midnight tonight! learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=42

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this course. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog!

Learning Herbs Taste of Herbs Special Q&A Sessions

SPECIAL Q&A SESSIONS
Rosalee and John will present two FREE live classes today. If you have any questions about Taste of Herbs or the Flavor Wheel, here’s their opportunity to ask! 

First Class...
Top 5 Herbs for the Cold and Flu Season
11am Pacific (12pm Mountain, 1pm Central, 2pm Eastern) 
Explore five herbs that everyone should have on hand during the cold and flu season. We’ll discuss the most important herbs to prevent a cold or flu, as well as the most potent herbs for dispelling fevers, coughs, and sore throats.

Here’s your link: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=43

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this webinar. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog!

Taste of Herbs Is Now Live, But Hurry!

LearningHerbs just opened registration for their phenomenal Taste of Herbs course.

This course will completely change the way you navigate herbalism…

Don’t miss out! Here’s the link: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=42

Here is what you will learn in the course...

• What’s the solution for getting lost in herbal information overload? Simple… Just use your senses…
• Why do so many people learn about HERBS through books and the internet… and never TASTE them? 
• Did you know that you can discover how herbs work by just TASTING them? 
• How to match an herbal remedy to a PERSON … and not to a dis-ease 
• The BEST practical online herbal learning program available… 
• How to be 10x more confident in your abilities as a home herbalist 
• How to learn about herbs with NO homework time, no study time, and no memorization 
• The #1 way to really understand herbs: Taste it, feel it, and apply it 
• How to INSTINCTIVELY know the right herbs for the right remedies 
• How to integrate herbal learning into your life, instead of having to take time off 

The Taste of Herbs course seriously reduces your herbal learning curve.  

Hurry! This offer closes on Saturday, October 1 at midnight Pacific time! Check it out now… learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=42

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this webinar. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog! 

The Bitter Truth About Herbs

I have some cool news if you want to know how to match the right herb to the right person…

LearningHerbs is presenting a free webinar called “The Bitter Truth About Herbs”.

In this webinar Rosalee de la Forêt and John Gallagher will…

• show you how TASTE helps you know exactly which herbs to use 
• demystify herbal energetics into a PRACTICAL system you can put to use immediately
• explain how the BITTER taste reduces anxiety, stimulates digestion, balances blood sugar, and much more
• and loads more! 

Simply register here: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=41

See you there!

P.S. When you register you’ll also get six bitter herbs recipe cards and a special article on making your OWN bitters!

Go check it out now: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=41

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this webinar. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog!

FREE Herbal Training and Downloads! Never Feel Lost, Alone, or Confused About Herbs Again!

Have you ever felt lost or confused when learning about herbs?

Maybe you have a shelf full of herbal books and don't know where to begin. Or you're sick and tired of the “one size fits all” information on the Internet.

LearningHerbs has just released an AWESOME new training video – and it’s free!

You'll learn the cure for information overload, and how to match the herb to the PERSON and not the illness.

It's powerful training… and it's 100% free: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=40

FREE Downloadable Packet!

When you sign up, you won’t JUST get the video… You’ll also get access to a complete downloadable packet with the Taste of Herbs Flavor Wheel, worksheets, and more!

Go get this training now: learning-herbs.com/t?orid=240373&opid=40

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I wrote this blog post because I thought you might be interested in knowing this information and taking part of this deal. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links can be found in this post. Thank you for your support of this blog!

Shamana Flora Online Apprenticeship Course Is Open For 2016 Registrations!!

My herbalist friend, Darcey Blue, is teaching a course that is called Introduction to Shamanic Herbalism. This course is a journey that requires an open mind. In this online apprenticeship you will learn to connect deeper with plants, plant medicines, and your own spirit. When you register the course materials are designed to be done over 6 months, but will be available to work through at your own pace. You will have access to the materials forever, downloadable and accessible by web. Class begins on July 1, 2016!

What is Included in the 6 Lessons:

• video lessons
• mp3 recordings
• practices
• journal prompts
• materia medica (body of collected knowledge about the therapeutic properties of any substance used for healing) 
• group forum (on Facebook!) for discussion, questions and interactions between students and Darcey Blue
• a few books, pod casts and movies will also be assigned as outside study material

Lesson Information and Curriculum:

1. What is Shamanic Herbalism, the Journey, Sacred Space and Safety Lesson
2. Plant Allies, Intuition, Body Wisdom/Felt Sense, Your Daily Practice Lesson
3. Ceremony, Ritual, Clearing, and Engaging the Medicines Lesson
4. Tricks of the Trade: Divination, Talismans, Earth as Healer Lesson
5. Tools of the Trade: Energetic Plant Medicine, Sacred Bathing, Elixirs, Teas, Spirit Inspired Formulation Lesson
6. Every Day Shamanism: Finding Meaning and the Shamanic Mindset 

Materia Medica: (subject to amendment & additions) hawthorn, yarrow, sage, juniper, artemisia, rosemary, marigold, cacao, tobacco, rose, alder, wood betony, hyssop, blue lotus

Click here to go to the registration and details!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I have not myself taken this course, but have heard awesome things about it from my friends who have in the herbal/plant community. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this post. Affiliate links may be in this posting. Thanks for supporting my blog.

Happy Herbalist Day! Free Cards to Share

©Herbal Academy

HAPPY HERBALIST DAY! I am so grateful to each of my herbal friends, teachers, and students. I am also so very blessed to be a part of the herbal community. The wonderful things I have learned and have been taught throughout the years have been amazing! Thank you all so very much for being there for my experience.

©Herbal Academy

Please take a moment to thank a special herbalist in your life. The Herbal Academy, International School of Herbal Arts and Sciences, has made these beautiful graphics and thank you cards to share and brighten someone's day. Go to the link and download the PDF file to save them and be able to print them out.

Organic India Tulsi Tea Review

Organic India Tulsi Tea & Psyllium Products

I received these products for free from Organic India and Moms Meet to facilitate this review.

Tulsi also known as Holy Basil is an herb prized in India for its healing power. Organic India's Tulsi Teas include three varieties of Tulsi leaves: Rama, Vana, and Krishna. Each variety has a slightly different look, taste and smell and when combined, create a perfectly balanced herbal infusion with an array of health benefits. This tea is GMO and gluten free. This tea is very good hot or cold. Tulsi is an adaptogen, which means it lessens stress and helps boost immunity. It energizes, soothes, relaxes, builds stamina, aids digestion, balances metabolism, balance energy levels, and uplifts mood. It is also abundant in antioxidants and is anti aging. This tea is USDA certified organic and Kosher and Halal certified. Can also be purchased in lots of different flavors in boxed, bulk, and loose leaf variety. The boxed variety is what I got to enjoy. It has 18 individually wrapped tea bags per box for freshness that can be easily taken with you to enjoy. Organic India recommends that women who are pregnant, attempting to conceive, or lactating consult their healthcare practitioner before consuming Tulsi (Holy Basil).

Tulsi Original Herbal Tea - I like the original a lot. It has a nice herbal flavor. This tea is caffeine free, but energizes me throughout my day without the caffeine withdrawal!

Tulsi Sweet Rose Tea - This delicate feminine herbal tea is a blend of Tulsi leaves and organic rose petals, balanced with soothing chamomile flower, the natural sweetness of organic stevia leaf, and a touch of lemon myrtle leaf, all infused with the essence of rose. This fragrant floral bouquet is wonderfully rich and exotic for the senses. I love how, if I close my eyes, it magically transports me to a English rose garden every time I drink a cup.

Tulsi Raspberry Peach Tea - This caffeine free tea is wonderful for stress relieving and detoxifying. Warm spicy Tulsi, succulent raspberry, and aromatic peach, accented by a touch of elderberries, hibiscus flower, and black currant leaf; combine to create a fruity, fragrant infusion that brightens my day. I love this tea both hot or cold and it is so good with a splash of lemonade in it too!

Tulsi Pomegranate Green Tea - This special blend is made with delicious pomegranate (which is rich in vitamin C), sweet hibiscus flowers, tart elderberries and notes of refined citrus that is combined with Tulsi and organic green tea. This energetic blend will invigorate you and improves digestion, while cooling and refreshing your senses. This tea has 13 mg of caffeine per serving (8 oz) because of the green tea that is added. A 8 oz cup of coffee is around 90-400 mg depending upon how and where it's brewed, so this tea is considerably less. Green tea is antioxidant rich. Antioxidants help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. This tea is one of my favorites with its vibrant tango of flavors for my taste buds.

Tulsi Honey Chamomile Tea - This caffeine free tea is wonderful for stress-relieving, relaxing, and having restorative benefits. It is great to calm anxiety and settle stomachs. The Chamomile flower blossoms and honey have a perfect smooth flavor to soothe me before I sleep.

Tulsi Red Mango Tea -This luscious tropical blend of caffeine free African Rooibos (redbush tea) leaf, chamomile flower, and India's sacred Tulsi is infused with India's favorite fruit, the succulent mango. It is stress-relieving, nurturing and gives transformative energy because of its high antioxidant content. This herbal tea has a lovely fruity taste with less tannin than black or green tea.

Tulsi Peppermint Tea - This caffeine free tea is stress-relieving, refreshing, cooling, invigorating, and restorative. The ambrosial peppermint has soothing properties that help calm anxiety, settle stomachs, and aid in digestion. I love peppermint tea and this one is especially delicious with the added benefits of the Tulsi. I love this tea hot or cold with mint leaves and/or lemonade.

Bonus Items:

Organic Psyllium - This is a whole husk Psyllium that is derived from the seeds of the herb Plantago ovata. This bulk-forming dietary fiber contains both soluble and insoluble fiber that naturally supports the complete gastrointestinal system to provide you with better digestive and heart health. This is the only Certified Organic Psyllium fiber supplement on the market today. Promotes healthy elimination and regularity. Serving size is 1 tablespoon per day in a 10 oz glass of water, juice, or your favorite beverage, stirred with an additional glass of water as a chaser to ensure proper hydration. 68 servings per container. This is a Kosher, gluten free and non GMO supplement. For adults and children over 12 years. Best taken before or between meals. I love that this is organic and better for me than other fiber supplements.

Organic India Shopping Bag - Classic tote for taking to the grocery store and being eco-friendly because it is reusable and washable. Lightweight and durable.

Organic India Mason Jar Glass Tumbler - This vintage 20 oz glass Mason Jar tumbler is perfect for on the go and comes with a lid and reusable straw. It has the Organic India logo printed on it.

Organic India has over 20 delicious flavors of Tulsi tea, herbal supplements, herbs, herbal coffee, gifts, and other wellness products. You can check out the company for yourself on their social networks too: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.

BUY IT
Save 20% on Organic India products by using the code kiwi20. This code is for one-time use only. Start shopping now. One box of Tulsi tea retails for $5.99. Organic Psyllium retails for $15.99.

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I received these products for free from the sponsor of Moms Meet program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer to facilitate my review. As a Moms Meet Blogger, I agreed to use these products and post my opinion on my blog, which is posted above. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of this product. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this review.

The medical information provided on this blog is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, nurse, pharmacist/chemist, and so on). I am not a medical professional, just a mom with a opinion. Even if a statement made about the natural remedy is accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms. I am only suggesting that you should try it for yourself and see if helps you. People are all different and outcomes could vary drastically.

Organic India Moringa Leaf Powder and Capsules Review

Organic India Moringa, capsules, and Tulsi Products.

I received these products for free from Organic India and Moms Meet to facilitate this review.

Moringa Leaf Powder - Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a nutrient-dense complex whole super food. The leaves of the Moringa plant have been eaten for thousands of years. They are super high in antioxidants, even more than Resveratrol and green tea. They are also abundant in B vitamins and complex amino acids (the building blocks of protein). Moringa boosts overall energy levels, stamina, and vitality. It is also alkalizing. The leaves are powdered to make it easy to add to different foods and drinks to get the recommended 6-10 servings of vegetables per day. As a dietary supplement, mix 1/2 teaspoon with water, juice, tea, or blend into a smoothie. There are 225 servings per 8 oz container. I also received recipes to add it to mayonnaise as a spread or dip, salad dressing, and aioli. There are other ways to get this superfood into your diet too. Sprinkle it on soups, over salads, or make your own unique recipe. I tried it out and it mixes well with a spoon and tastes like tea. I can see this used for many recipes. I am going to try it on pasta. It is great for hiding nutrients in foods for picky eaters and kids to get a serving of vegetables. I can't wait to experiment more with it. This product is: organic, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, GMO free, Kosher and Halal certified.

Moringa capsules - These capsules are easier to take if you do not care for the taste of the powder. They have the same benefits as the Moringa Leaf Powder. This is complete essential nutrition that contains over 90 nutrients, 46 antioxidants and abundant minerals. 90 vegetable cellulose caps per bottle. Suggested use: 4 capsules with food and water once a day. This product is: organic, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, GMO free, Kosher and Halal certified.

Joy! capsules - This has the Bacopa/Brahmi leaves (Bacopa monnieri), aerial parts of the Gotu Kola  (Centella asiatica), whole herb of the Shankpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) and Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera). These herbs together uplift mood, boosts energy and vitality, and reduces emotional tension and stress so you can experience your true natural state of peace and happiness. I felt less stressed and fatigued when taking this. 90 vegetable cellulose caps per bottle. Suggested use: 1 capsule once a day with food and water. This product is: organic, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, GMO free, Kosher and Halal certified.

Turmeric Formula capsules - Turmeric is very orange in color. The plant is in the ginger family. The turmeric powder spice comes from the dried rhizome (Curcuma longa) (often called a root) of the turmeric plant. I have used turmeric powder in the past for many recipes in my home including Fire Cider. It is also one of the ingredients that makes up the spice curry, which I also love. With the capsules you have the option of breaking open the capsule and adding it to your food or taking just the capsule. I love cooking with turmeric and it has many health bonuses that are associated with ingesting it. It is great for a number of things including stomach problems, digestion, cough, bronchitis, and colds. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-infection, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant, and adaptogen - lessens stress and helps boost immunity. It nourishes & cleanses the blood and lymph system, and promotes healthy inflammation and immune response. It also supports cellular health in the liver, skin, lungs, sinuses, joints, and digestive system. Since this is a formula it also has Turmeric Extract which is 95% curcumimoids and Ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale). 90 vegetable cellulose capsules per bottle. Suggested use: 1 capsule 2 times a day with food and water. This product is: organic, gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, GMO free, Kosher and Halal certified.

Bonus Items:

Tulsi also known as Holy Basil is an herb prized in India for its healing power. Organic India's Tulsi Teas include three varieties of Tulsi leaves: Rama, Vana, and Krishna. Each variety has a slightly different look, taste and smell and when combined, create a perfectly balanced herbal infusion with an array of health benefits. This tea is GMO and gluten free. This tea is very good hot or cold. Tulsi is an adaptogen, which means it lessens stress and helps boost immunity. It energizes, soothes, relaxes, builds stamina, aids digestion, balances metabolism, balance energy levels, and uplifts mood. It is also abundant in antioxidants and is anti aging. This tea is USDA certified organic and Kosher and Halal certified. Can also be purchased in lots of different flavors in boxed, bulk, and loose leaf variety. The boxed variety is what I got to enjoy. It has 18 individually wrapped tea bags per box for freshness that can be easily taken with you to enjoy.

Tulsi Original Herbal Tea - I like the original a lot. It has a nice herbal flavor. This tea is caffeine free, but energizes me throughout my day without the caffeine withdrawal!

Tulsi Green Tea - This tea has 18 mg of caffeine per serving because of the green tea that is added. A 8 oz cup of coffee is around 90-400 mg depending upon how and where it's brewed, so this tea is considerably less. Green tea is antioxidant rich. Antioxidants help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. If you love green tea, you will love this tea and it's added benefits!

Tulsi Moringa Tea - Moringa is a highly nutritional complex whole food. It is super high in antioxidants even more than Resveratrol and green tea. It is abundant in B vitamins and complex amino acids (the building blocks of protein). This is delicious tea that helps me feel energized, nourished, and happy even though it is caffeine free!

Tulsi Cinnamon Rose Tea - This caffeine free tea is my favorite out of all the Tulsi flavors I have tried so far. I love the combination of the Cinnamon (bark), Cassia (bark), Peppermint (leaf), Stevia (leaf), Cardamom (pod), Chamomile (flower) and the Rose Petals (flower). This floral, minty and spicy tea is so yummy! I love it hot with organic raw honey!

Organic India Shopping Bag - Classic tote for taking to the grocery store and being eco-friendly because it is reusable and washable. Lightweight and durable.

Organic India Planetary Design Tumbler Mug - This reusable tumbler mug encourages environmental responsibility. Because of the double-walled vacuum-insulated, 18/8 restaurant grade stainless steel it will keep your beverage hot or cold for hours. 100% BPA free with push on spill resistant butterfly-closure lid. It has the Herbal University logo printed on one side and Organic India logo printed on the other.

Organic India has other teas, herbal supplements, herbs, herbal coffee, gifts, and other wellness products. You can check out the company for yourself: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.

BUY IT
Save 20% on Organic India products by using the code kiwi20. This code is for one-time use only. Start shopping now. One 8 oz. canister of Moringa Leaf Powder retails for $22.99, and 90 capsules of Moringa retails for $19.99.

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I received these products for free from the sponsor of Moms Meet program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer to facilitate my review. As a Moms Meet Blogger, I agreed to use these products and post my opinion on my blog, which is posted above. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of this product. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this review.

The medical information provided on this blog is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, nurse, pharmacist/chemist, and so on). I am not a medical professional, just a mom with a opinion. Even if a statement made about the natural remedy is accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms. I am only suggesting that you should try it for yourself and see if helps you. People are all different and outcomes could vary drastically.

Herbal "Coffee" from Delicious Obsessions for the New Year! Review and Free eBook

Delicious Obsessions Herbal "Coffee" blends.

This review is sponsored by Delicious Obsessions. Read on to find out how you can get a free eBook!

As part of my New Years Resolution Gift Guide I am reviewing a number of products that will help with getting healthier and living happier lives. One of my resolutions is to kick my habit of drinking not only coffee, but all caffeinated beverages to the curb! Caffeine and me just don't get along. I get too jittery, have migraines, and don't sleep well when I have it. Also, the acidity of coffee sometimes made my tummy do flips. I do love the taste of coffee though and that is one thing I couldn't get over, until now.

There are a number of coffee substitutes or alternatives that I listed on my blog a while back, but Delicious Obsessions has their formulation of ingredients to their Herbal "Coffee" perfected in my honest opinion. It tastes so much like the real thing it is uncanny. Not only that, but other brands do not use organic ingredients and most are made with grains and other ingredients that people with sensitivities can't eat.

Delicious Obsessions Herbal "Coffee":

• is 100% organic
• is sourced from ethical and sustainable sources
• is handcrafted with love
• is caffeine free
• is grain free
• is non-acidic
• has no added sugar
• has no preservatives
• has no artificial anything

I received 1 ounce each of their Clean Living blend which has Organic Roasted Chicory Root, Organic Roasted Dandelion Root, and Organic Roasted Carob & their Happy Liver blend which has these ingredients in addition to: Organic Milk Thistle Seed Powder and Organic Burdock Root. They both have a wonderful smooth, rich taste and are great alone or with cream, sweetener, and/or milk. I've always loved hot flavored coffee, so after trying a sip of the Herbal "Coffee" straight up black I added some honey and coconut milk. It is also delicious hot, iced, or frozen!

Delicious Obsessions Herbal "Coffee" Strained.

The Herbal Coffee is super easy to make! Add 1 tablespoon of it to 12-14 ounces of boiling water and let steep. I made my first cup to try it out with my Starbucks cup filter. I placed the table-spooned out Herbal "Coffee" into my filter while it was sitting in my cup and then poured the boiling water over it. I let it steep/brew for 15-30 minutes and then filtered out the bits of roots and herbs that were left over. After doing my first cup this way I decided that it would be better to make in my French press. I am so glad I did because it made the whole process easier.

This Herbal "Coffee" is a wonderful alternative or substitute if you have a love/hate relationship with coffee. We all know that some of our bodies have rebelled against coffee and the caffeine/acid in it. Some of us can't have it altogether for health reasons. If you are one of these people consider trying Delicious Obsessions Herbal "Coffee" blends and give your body some healing rest from the torment regular coffee gives you.

EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Right now Delicious Obsessions is giving away their $17.99 recipe eBook called "Grab a Healthier Cuppa Joe" FREE when you place an order and mention my name, Crystal Abel! This eBook is not available anywhere else!

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I received products for free to facilitate my review. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. After 10 people make an order and mention my name I will receive a pound of my choice of one of the Delicious Obsessions herbal "coffee" blends. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this review.

Celebrate HalloWellness with Orange + Black Indian Spices!

I received these products for free to facilitate this review.

This season is known for awful colds and flu bugs going around. We do not always eat healthy during the holidays, especially when Halloween is just around the corner and all that candy is looming over us beckoning us to eat it. Just the other day I went to Walmart and saw two whole aisles dedicated to the stuff. We should not be compromising our health during the holidays! We can't afford to get sick in the midst of everything going on.

There are other healthier ways to bring in the orange and black for Halloween. Organic India has some awesome products that I have added to my cupboard. There are 3 products they sent me to try out for free and review: Turmeric Formula capsules, Chyawanprash, and Tulsi Original herbal tea. These are all great for supporting and boosting the immune system and reducing stress. This is something we all need during the hectic holiday season.

Turmeric Formula capsules - Turmeric is very orange in color. The plant is in the ginger family. The turmeric powder spice comes from the dried rhizome (often called a root) of the turmeric plant. I have used turmeric powder in the past for many recipes in my home including Fire Cider. It is also one of the ingredients that makes up the spice curry, which I also love. With the capsules you have the option of breaking open the capsule and adding it to your food or taking just the capsule. I love cooking with turmeric and it has many health bonuses that are associated with ingesting it. It is great for a number of things including stomach problems, digestion, cough, bronchitis, and colds. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-infection, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant, and adaptogen - lessens stress and helps boost immunity. It nourishes & cleanses the blood and lymph system, and promotes healthy inflammation and immune response. It also supports cellular health in the liver, skin, lungs, sinuses, joints, and digestive system. This product is: gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, GMO free, Kosher and Halal certified. 90 capsules per bottle. Suggested use: 1 capsule 2 times a day with food and water.

Chyawanprash - Chyawanprash is a dark colored herbal jam that looks black when spread thickly on bread, toast, or a cracker. This Chyawanprash is 100% organic. It has a thick consistency much like raw honey. It is sweet and sour at the same time. I can definitely taste some kind of berries and cinnamon in it. It is made from wild forest antioxidant rich fruits including Amalaki. This Chyawanprash is packed with 36 traditional Indian herbs + vitamin C. It aids in digestion, metabolism, memory and even skin complexion. It also is rejuvenation, energizing, boosts immunity & known as the "Elixir of Life" for its many nutritional properties. This product is GMO free, Halal certified and USDA certified organic. This comes in a 8.8 oz (250 g) jar. Suggested use: 1 teaspoon per day. Enjoy on bread or crackers, mixed into milk, juice, or tea; or just straight.

Tulsi Original Herbal Tea -Tulsi also known as Holy Basil is an herb prized in India for its healing power. Organic India's Tulsi Teas include three varieties of Tulsi leaves: Rama, Vana, and Krishna. Each variety has a slightly different look, taste and smell and when combined, create a perfectly balanced herbal infusion with an array of health benefits. This tea is caffeine, GMO, and gluten free. This tea is very good hot or cold. I like the original a lot. Tulsi is an adaptogen, which means it lessens stress and helps boost immunity. It energizes, soothes, relaxes, builds stamina, aids digestion, balances metabolism, balance energy levels, and uplifts mood. It is also abundant in antioxidants and is anti aging. This tea is USDA certified organic and Kosher and Halal certified. It is also individually wrapped 18 tea bags per box for freshness that can be easily taken with you to enjoy. Can also be purchased in other flavors and loose leaf variety.

Organic India has other teas, herbal supplements, herbs, herbal coffee, gifts, and other wellness products. You can check out the company for yourself: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: I received these products for free to facilitate my review. My thoughts are mine and my family's own opinion and have not been altered by anyone else. I did not receive any other compensation for doing this review. The medical information provided on this blog is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, nurse, pharmacist/chemist, and so on). I am not a medical professional, just a mom with a opinion. Even if a statement made about the natural remedy is accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms. I am only suggesting that you should try it for yourself and see if helps you. People are all different and outcomes could vary drastically.

Immune Boosting Fire Cider Recipe for Colds and Flu

Fire Cider

Prepare this fall and winter season before things get too cold by making a batch of Fire Cider a.k.a. Master Tonic or Flu Shots. Fire Cider, an all natural cold and flu folk remedy, has been a tradition passed down through the ages of time. This fiery concoction is an immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, warming, decongestant, and helps with circulation & digestion. Its flavor is potent, hot, spicy, pungent, sour and sweet all mixed together.

There are many ways to make this recipe, but most agree upon the basic ingredients of ginger, horseradish, onion, garlic, and chile peppers or cayenne powder. These ingredeients are infused with apple cider vinegar, which is strained and mixed with honey. Rosemary Gladstar, a well known herbalist, coined the term Fire Cider over 35 years ago and published her recipe in her book, Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs on page 74. My recipe is adapted from Rosemary Gladstar's version with some added extras of my own. I would encourage you to experiment and make your own according to your own tastes and available ingredients. I have included my recipe below with a few variations and other optional ingredients. The outcomes range from super spicy to something that gently warms. It is fun to play with the mixture of the ingredients and see what subtleties you can taste from the differences.

My Fire Cider Ingredients

Ingredients (* = an optional ingredient I used in mine)

• ½ cup ginger root, pealed and grated or pealed and diced (great for stomach problems, digestion, blood circulation, upper respiratory tract infections, cough, and bronchitis)
• ½ cup horseradish root, pealed and grated or pealed and diced (great for a number of things including digestion, blood circulation, upper respiratory tract infections, cough, tonsillitis, sinus infections and bronchitis. anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-septic, stimulant)
• 1 medium onion, pealed and diced (great for a number of things including blood circulation, upper respiratory tract infections, cough. anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant)
• 10 cloves of garlic, pealed and minced or pealed and diced (great for a number of things including coughs, colds, sore throats, blood circulation, viral infections, and bacterial infections. anti-bacterial, anti-septic, anti-viral)
• 2 chile peppers like jalapeño, cayenne or habanero peppers, chopped or ¼ tsp ground cayenne or pinch of dried chillies (vitamin C-rich, anti-inflammatory, vasodilator for healthy blood flow)
• *1 lemon, juiced and zested and/or quartered and thinly sliced crosswise (vitamin C-rich, aids digestion, and anti-oxidant)
• *rosemary, several fresh sprigs or 2 tbsp dried (great for a number of things including digestion, cough, stimulating immune system, increases blood flow. anti-inflammatory)
• *1 tbsp turmeric or ¼ cup fresh grated or pealed and diced turmeric (great for a number of things including stomach problems, digestion, cough, and bronchitis, colds. anti-inflammatory, anti-infection, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant, adaptogen - lessens stress and helps boost immunity)
• *cinnamon, to taste or a couple of cinnamon sticks (great for a number of things including coughs, colds, sore throats, viral infections and bacterial infections. anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral and anti-microbial)
• raw unfiltered unpasteurized apple cider vinegar (at least 5% acidity) (great for a number of things including digestion, sore throats, colds, flu, infections. anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, energy booster, pro-biotic)
• raw local honey, to taste (to be added after a month when herb infused vinegar is ready to be strained to complete the Fire Cider) (great for a number of things including sore throats, colds, coughs, infections. anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, pro-biotic)

More Optional Additions

• cardamom, to taste (helps relieve digestive problems induced by garlic and onion)
• garam masala, to taste (usually a blend of turmeric, cloves, nutmeg, mace spice, cinnamon, peppercorns, cumin, cardamom)
• curry, to taste (usually a blend of coriander, turmeric, cumin, fenugreek, and chili powder or cayenne) (great for a number of things including stomach problems, digestion, cough, and bronchitis, colds. anti-inflammatory, anti-infection, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant, adaptogen - lessens stress and helps boost immunity)
• cloves, powder to taste or tsp buds (great for a number of things including digestion, blood circulation, coughs, stress. anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, immune booster and stimulant)
• nutmeg or mace spice powder to taste (great for a number of things including digestion, sleep, blood flow. anti-oxidant, anti-fungal, anti-depressant, immune booster)
• thyme, several fresh sprigs or 2 tbsp dried (great for a number of things including sore throats, coughs, whooping cough, bronchitis, chest congestion, and bacterial infections. anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial)
• basil, several fresh sprigs or 2 tbsp dried (anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory)
• oregano, several fresh sprigs or 2 tbsp dried (anti-bacterial, anti-oxidant, nutrient dense)
• prunella a.k.a. all heal or self heal, 1 tbsp freshly chopped or dried leaves (anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-septic)
• hibiscus flowers, 1 tsp dried (vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• rose hips, small handful (great for chest ailments, coughs, colds. vitamin C-rich)
• elderberries (Sambucus nigra), small handful (great for coughs, colds, flu, bacterial and viral infections and tonsillitis. anti-bacterial, anti-viral, vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• hawthorn berries, small handful (great for digestion, cardiovascular, circulatory, and respiratory, blood flow. vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• pomegranate seeds/arils, juiced (vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• sun-dried tomatoes, small handful diced (vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• other smallish citrus fruits, juiced and zested and/or quartered and thinly sliced crosswise (vitamin C-rich, anti-oxidant)
• ½-1 tsp black peppercorns (digestive stimulant and expectorant)
• other immune system boosting ingredients you want to add

Equipment

• cutting board
• sharp knife/peeler/grater
• canning funnel
• 1 quart size jar
• parchment or wax paper
• cheesecloth or a large ricer (something to strain it after a month or so)

The ingredients before and after Apple Cider Vinegar.

Directions
After preparing; layer and pack all roots, herbs, spices, vegetables and fruit into a clean 1-quart jar. Pour the apple cider vinegar over the contents, making sure they are covered with it. Tap the side gently to make sure the air bubbles rise to the surface and pop. Place a square of parchment or wax paper under the lid so that it doesn't acidify the metal and cause corrosion or use a plastic lid that fits. Tighten lid onto the jar. Shake well. Compost all peals and scraps.

Compost the lovely scraps.

Let the jar sit and steep for a month or longer in a cool dark place, shaking daily. After the month is up strain and decant the vinegar into a clean jar. Add honey to taste. Refrigerate and use within a year.

Serving Suggestions
Take 1-2 tbsp at the first sign of cold and repeat the dose every 3-4 hours until symptoms subside. If you love spicy hot flavors you could even have a whole shot glass full to ward off the nasties.You can also take it throughout the cold and flu season to prevent symptoms from occurring at all.

Make something out of the ingredients you strained out (if you used cinnamon sticks you can grate them as well. waste not want not!):

• spicy egg/spring rolls
• a spicy veggie pancake
• a spicy pizza
• sautée with meats, tempeh, or tofu for a stir fry, soup, or ingredients for a sandwich or wrap
• mince and add to a chip dip, marinade or condiment
• make up your own

Use the Fire Cider herb infused vinegar to:

• baste or marinate meats, tempeh, or tofu
• drizzle over salads as a dressing
• drizzle over steamed veggies or sautéed greens
• mix it with a condiment like honey mustard to give it an extra kick
• add in soups or chilis
• mix with lemonade or orange juice
• mix with hot water and extra honey to make a warming tea
• anything you think would be yummy

If you have made your own Fire Cider/Master Tonic/Flu Shot recipe please share it in the comments below!

Other References
February 2nd, is World Fire Cider Day!
Free Fire Cider
Tradition Not Trademark
Petition to sign
Rosemary Gladstar has a book out now: Fire Cider!: 101 Zesty Recipes for Health-Boosting Remedies Made with Apple Cider Vinegar
Herbal Roots Zine: Kids Can Make Fire Cider Too!: has a free printable label, card, and 14 page fire cider e-book
Kiva's Gila Harvest Cider: a variation for sensitive stomachs

Rosemary Gladstar making her version of Fire Cider...

You can find Rosemary Gladstar's version along with so many of her other awesome herbal recipes in her book Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs...

DISCLOSURE/DISCLAIMER: The medical information provided on this blog is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, nurse, pharmacist/chemist, and so on). I am not a medical professional, just a mom with a opinion. Even if a statement made about the natural remedy is accurate, it may not apply to you or your symptoms. I am only suggesting that you should try it for yourself and see if helps you. People are all different and outcomes could vary drastically. I am not selling my Fire Cider, I am simply making my recipe available for free to all those who read this post and want to make it themselves.