Elderflower Herbal Blend Ingredients

Elderflower (Sambucas spp) - Elder is one of the most well known flowers for immune support.  Elderflowers are rich in bioflavonoids, antioxidants that support its antibacterial and antiviral actions as well as protect against excess inflammation.  Elderflower is one of our best herbal choices for supporting a healthy fever process, especially when someone is hot, restless, and not sweating.  This flower relaxes and opens the capillaries and allows for heat to escape.  People also commonly take elderflower at the onset of an illness to shorten the duration.

Rose Hip (Rosa spp.) - While fresh rose hips are famous for being high in vitamin C, dried rose hips are also filled with antioxidants that help to modulate inflammation.  This can be especially helpful if there is pain associated with inflammation.  The soothing demulcent qualities of rose hips can also soothe an irritated and dry throat.  Plus they taste really good!

Mint (any aromatic mint)- Mint supports a healthy fever process while also relieving tension and mild aches and pains.  It supports digestion during a viral infection and brings welcome relief to the symptoms of colds and influenza.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)-  Yarrow can be used as an antiseptic, antimicrobial, inflammatory modulator and relaxing diaphoretic among other things.  For colds and flu, yarrow offers relief for practically every symptom.  It promotes circulation to the periphery and can cause profuse sweating thus supporting the fever process.  Yarrow is commonly used to aide in digestion as well as address urinary tract infections, stop bleeding and help heal wounds.

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