Try this recipe to keep symptoms of cold and flu at bay.
Soothing Throat Tea
From Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health by Rosemary Gladstar
($16.95, Storey Publishing, 2008)
2 parts licorice root
1 part cinnamon
1 part echinacea
1 part marshmallow root
1/8 part ginger
Cover ingredients with cold water and heat slowly in a saucepan. Simmer for 20 to 45 minutes, covered. The longer you simmer, the stronger the tea.
Get the latest articles, recipes, and more, when you sign up for the tasteforlife.com newsletter.
Spry Alcohol-free Herbal Mint Mouth Wash
Spry Mouthwash is made to help you get to those hard-to-reach places with a toothbrush. Using the power of xylitol, these alcohol-free formulas inhibit bacteria from sticking to teeth and gums while encouraging a naturally healthy environment in your mouth. Plus, pure plant extracts like Aloe vera and Echinacea help soothe irritated oral tissues.
