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Food as Medicine: Elderberry, Ginger and Manuka Honey

  • Writer: Bethesda Acupuncture
    Bethesda Acupuncture
  • Apr 7, 2020
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 14

In vitro studies demonstrate that elderberries possess antiviral, antibacterial, and immunomodulatory properties. Manuka honey demonstrates antimicrobial properties. This simple hot tea recipe combines elderberries and Manuka honey with antiviral ginger.


Dried elderberries and manuka honey are easily sourced online. We've combined them to create a tastebud tantalizing tea!

Elderberry Ginger Manuka Honey Tea


Ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup organic dried elderberries

  • 5 thin slices of peeled fresh organic ginger

  • 6 cups of water

  • Manuka honey to taste


Directions:

  1. Add water, elderberries, and ginger to a sauce pan

  2. Cover pan and bring to a boil. Allow it to simmer for 30 minutes.

  3. Strain out ginger and elderberries

  4. Add Manuka honey to taste

  5. Enjoy warm! Sip several cups daily for maximum benefit.

References:



Roschek B, Jr., Fink RC, McMichael MD, et al. Elderberry flavonoids bind to and prevent H1N1 infection in vitro. Phytochemistry. Jul 2009;70(10):1255-1261.

Waknine-Grinberg JH, El-On J, Barak V, et al. The immunomodulatory effect of Sambucol on leishmanial and malarial infections. Planta Med. May 2009;75(6):581-586.

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