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Elderberry syrup is the one natural herb and immunity booster that is an absolutely must-have in my home (now we are upgrading to elderberry syrup plus but first let me explain about elderberry syrup.)

Elderberry Syrup works amazingly well. In fact, studies have shown that elderberry syrup protects against ten strains of the flu!

What’s more, elderberry syrup also helps you recover if you do get the flu or even a cold thanks to its antioxidant and immunity boosting properties! There aren’t many medicines out there that can prevent AND treat!

elderberry syrup plus

Now you can buy elderberry syrup at many natural stores and of course online but it will cost you. One 8oz bottle can go for around $18!

Another issue with buying pre-made elderberry syrup is the ingredients. There’s nothing too horrible in them but you do get added ingredients like fructose, glycerin, and preservatives.

Instead, of spending all that money and getting some not-so-wanted ingredients you can easily make your own. Yes, easily!

If you can make tea than you can make elderberry syrup!

How much does homemade elderberry syrup cost?

What’s the cost on homemade elderberry syrup? $2 for 8oz! Huge savings!!!!

Now plain jane elderberry syrup is wonderful, don’t get me wrong but you can make a good thing even better just by adding a few more ingredients.

This is what we are doing in this post. We are taking elderberry syrup and turning it into elderberry syrup plus!

elderberry syrup plus ingredients

What are we adding to make Elderberry Syrup Plus?

Ginger – Helps fight illnesses and is helpful when dealing with nausea.

Cinnamon – Helps fight infections and viruses. It is also good at helping with any aches and pains from illnesses.

Rosehips – Have a large amount of vitamin c which can be great for boosting immunity.

Now plain jane elderberry syrup is wonderful, don't get me wrong but you can make a good thing even better just by adding a few more ingredients. We are taking elderberry syrup and turning it into elderberry syrup plus! A must have for cold and flu season! #elderberrysyrup #immunebooster #flu #flufighter #naturalremedies #elderberry #herbalremedies

Disclosure statement: I am a researching mother and natural living enthusiast. I am not a registered herbalist, naturopath, or a medical doctor and cannot treat or diagnose your afflictions.  I can, however, provide you with the research and experiences that I have.  Please consult your general practitioner for health issues.

Elderberry Syrup Plus

3 cups water
1/2 cup dried elderberries
1/2 tsp dried ginger
1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 Tbs rosehips
1/2 cup honey – raw honey is preferred*


Directions:
Bring water to boil in a saucepan, add in elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, and rose hips and reduce to a simmer.
Simmer for 30-45 minutes or until liquid has reduced by half.
Let the syrup cool.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve, cheesecloth, or muslin.
Add in the honey once cool and stir.
Store your elderberry syrup in a jar in the refrigerator. Alternatively, you can make large batches of elderberry syrup and can them or freeze them in mason jars.

Keeps for 2-3 months

 

Dosage:

Preventative: 1 Tbs/daily for adults, 1 tsp/daily for children over 1 year.

When Sick: 1 Tbs/2-3 hours for adults, 1 tsp/2-3 hours for children over 1 year.

* Warning: Babies under 1 year old should not have honey.

Find out how to reuse elderberries after making your elderberry syrup plus below!
Reusing elderberries to make elderberry tea