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This is the time of the year that I start preparing herbal preparations for fall and winter, and that means making my immune boosting elderberry jam recipe. I make this recipe in batches small enough that I think we can consume the jam within a few m … read more

The elderberry has been revered for its health benefits since the time of Hippocrates and approved still today by the German Commission for preventing and treating flu. But did you know that there are numerous legends surrounding elderberry?On Hallow … read more

Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) tincture is my families choice for cold and flu viruses, both type A and type B. It's a natural remedy that has no side effects, is inexpensive, andhas been around for thousands of years. In the world of Elderberry w … read more

Y’all know how much I love elderberry syrup, but it is not your only option, and for most people, tinctured elderberries are a better choice... and for a whole lot of reasons.What is a tincture?A tincture is a liquid extract made from a combination o … read more