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Making Herbal Remedies

Preparing your own home made herbal infusions and decoction is not difficult. All you need to do is follow these simple step-by-step instructions.

Simple Steps to Make an Infusion

A restorative infusion can be made in five simple steps :

• Choose a glass, enamel or porcelain teapot with a tight fitting lid. Warm the teapot with hot water and then empty.
• Add 70g finely chopped fresh herbs or 25g dried herbs into the teapot.
• Pour over 500ml of hot (not boiling) water and cover with the lid. Leave for 5-10 minutes for the herbs to properly infuse.
• Strain some of the liquid through a tea strainer into a teacup, and the remaining fluid into a jug.
• Sip slowly, adding a little honey to sweeten if desired.

This infusion is sufficient for three doses and can be stored in an airtight container, in a cool place, for up to 48 hours. A teapot, fresh or dried herbs and a little honey is all that is needed for an infusion.

Warming Infusion – This warming, cold busting decoction will keep respiratory infections at bay.

• Break 2-3 long cinnamon sticks into pieces. Peel and slice 4cm ginger root. Simmer the spices in 500ml water for 15-20 minutes. Strain and add a tablespoon of honey.
• Drink 2-3 cups a day during a cold to strengthen and warm the body. The honey has the added benefit of being antiviral.

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