Black elderberry flower and berries are known plants rich in vitamin C, flavonoids and proteins, making it one of the most popular plants in the fight against colds and flu. The most important feature is that elder induce sweating, which excrete toxins from the body which is very important for all who suffer from the flu.
Black berries come in the form of concentrates, and the flower is much more accessible and cheaper. To combat the flu helps drink of elderberry and steam bath.
- The infusion of elder
- 5 grams of dried elder flowers
- 2 pieces of grated ginger
- 250 ml of water
- A few drops of lemon
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Elder flowers cover with 250ml boiling water. Let it stand for two minutes, then add the grated ginger and leave for five minutes. Strain and add a tablespoon of honey .Drink one cup of this drink at least four times a day, if you are very sick consummate every two hours. Tea stimulates sweating as the primary need of the body suffering from the flu.
Steam Bath elderberry
1 tablespoon elderflower and 1 tablespoon of chamomile flowers pour over 300ml of hot water. Let stand for a few minutes and then pour the mixture into a saucepan, cover your head with a towel and inhale it. Repeat at least three times a day to loosen the airways and kick secretion.