The berries and flowers of elderberry are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. They could help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too. Some experts recommend elderberry to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms. Elderberry, Elderflower, Cloves, Cinnamon, Ginger Root METHOD Makes up to Jar 1 makes 16+oz Jar 2 24+oz you can add honey or agave Nectar 1) INSTANT POT Instructions: Place all the ingredients except for the honey into the Instant Pot. Set for Manual / High Pressure for 20 minutes. Let it do a natural pressure release for 15 minutes then switch the nob to venting to release the rest of the pressure. STOVETOP Instructions: Place all the ingredients into a large pot except for the honey. Add an extra 2 cups of filtered water. Bring it to a boil then simmer for about 1 hour or until the mixture has reduced by about half. 2) Strain the mixture, press the berries to extract all the juice, then add the honey and mix well. Store the syrup in glass bottles or mason jars. It should keep well for several months in the refrigerator. Adult Serving: 2 TeaspoonsKid’s Serving: 1 Teaspoon Take one serving a day to boost your immune system or every 4 hours if you have a cold or flu. Do not give this to babies under 1 years old since they can not consume honey until they are one. Check with your pediatrician if your child is under 3 years old. *Always consult with your medical doctor if you have a serious illness. IF taking medication, pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking any supplements or trying out natural remedies.
