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Natural Remedy Recipes This is a collection of my favorite natural remedy recipes. I use all of these recipes with my family on a regular basis. They are all very simple and easy to make even if you are new to natural remedies. Although very simple, these recipes are pretty powerful and are really effective in assisting the body to fight off illnesses. Unlike over the counter medications, natural remedies help the body to heal rather than just mask symptoms and make illnesses last longer. I hope these recipes will help you and your family as much as they have helped mine! Roxanne King Integrative Nutrition Health Coach The Holistic Mama 2
Onion Honey Cough Syrup Although this might not sound like it s delicious, it really is! The sweetness of the honey mixed with the warmed onions is like a super sweet caramelized onion. You won t have a problem getting your children to take this remedy, I can promise you that. The anti-inflammatory properties of the honey and onions help with coughing spasms and soothe irritated tissue. Onions, as well as garlic and cayenne, produce an effect in the stomach that signals the lungs to release a flow of secretions that help thin sticky, thick mucus. If you ve ever chopped an onion, you have experienced this by the uncontrollable tearing of your eyes. Here is the recipe: In a small saucepan mix together 1 cup of honey 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 tsp. thyme leaf Warm on low heat until the onions are cooked. The lower the heat, the better. Honey has a lot of healing properties that are killed off by high heat. The best way to make this is a longer process on a lower heat. Serve by itself, in a teaspoon, or over mashed potatoes or other steamed vegetables. Small amounts can be eaten several times a day, if needed. 3
Elderberry Syrup Elderberry Syrup is something we keep around the house all the time. It s an amazing preventative if you take it as a daily supplement. It also works well to shorten the life of a cold or flu, if it is present. Elderberries are an excellent source of anti-oxidants which is part of its magic. You may see this sold in health food stores or drug stores but it is quite expensive. Making it yourself is a much cheaper option. It is also healthier because the store bought kind is made with cane syrup, not honey. Ingredients: 1 cup dried elderberries, this is where I get mine 4 cups filtered water 1 cup raw honey A 1-qt. mason jar with lid Put the elderberries and water in a pot and heat until boiling. Once it boils let it cook for 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it steep for 15 minutes in the pot. Strain the liquid and pour into the mason jar. Let the liquid sit until completely cooled and then stir in the raw honey. To make it a thicker syrup, use equal parts honey to elderberry juice. Store in the refrigerator. 4
Onion Pack This is the perfect remedy if your little one just can t stop coughing. I used this one night when my daughter was coughing in the middle of the night and could not stop. It really worked like magic, almost immediately stopping the incessant coughing! 1. Thinly slice a small yellow onion. Place in cheesecloth and fold over to make a pack 2. Place in a 200 degree oven for 2-3 minutes just to warm it up 3. Place on your child s chest, holding it in place with surgical tape. Put a t-shirt on over it. Sit back and watch the coughing settle down! 5
Throat Coat Tea Blend Warm tea is the fastest way to sooth a sore throat. This kids throat coat tea will help sooth scratchy throats and help to get rid of congestion and cough. 1 part Marshmallow root 1 part Sage leaf 1 part Calendula flower 1 part Licorice root 1 part Cinnamon bark Mix together the dried herbs and store in a mason jar. Use approximately 1 tbsp. tea per cup of boiling water. 6
Hand Sanitizer Commercial hand sanitizers should be avoided at all costs. Most anti-bacterial products contain Triclosan, an antibacterial agent that kills germs. Studies have found that this substance can cause hormone disruption and growth problems. For more in depth information, read this article: http://theholisticmama.com/handsanitizers-good-or-bad Hand washing is obviously the best option but this recipe is something that can replace toxic commercial hand sanitizers with a healthy version. The essential oils in this recipe provide a safe and natural way to kill unwanted germs. Ingredients: 1/4 c. aloe vera gel 3/4 c. rubbing alcohol (at least 91%) 1/8 c. vegetable glycerin 10 drops essential oil (tea tree oil, thieves oil, lemon oil, or other) Pour everything into your food processor or blender and let it go on high for a minute or two. Bottle and use as you would any hand sanitizer. Will keep for 6 months or more. 7
Kids Cold Care Tea This tea is great to drink on a regular basis as a preventative. It s also perfect to serve when your child is not feeling well. The herbs will help fight off the infection and shorten the life of the cold. 2 parts Elder flower 2 parts Chamomile flowers 1 part peppermint leaves Mix together the dried herbs and store in a mason jar. Use approximately 1 tbsp. tea per cup of boiling water. 8
Garlic Oil Garlic oil is very simple to make since it only requires two ingredients. Both of the ingredients are also mostly likely already in your kitchen. Garlic oil can be used for many things. It s most well-known use is as ear oil for an ear ache. This works extremely quickly to soothe the pain of an ear ache. If using garlic oil for this purpose be sure to continue using it 3x a day for several days to be sure it is resolved. It can also be used as a topical remedy for skin issues or rubbed on the feet for some immune boosting power while a child is fighting something off. 1. Warm 2-4 tbsp. of olive oil in a pan 2. Add 3-4 minced cloves of garlic 3. Warm on very low heat so you don t kill off all the good power of the garlic for at least 10 minutes. 4. Strain out the garlic and pour the oil into a glass bottle with an eye dropper. 9
Rose Hip Syrup for Teething Ingredients: 1/4 cup dried rose hips 4 cups water 1 cup sweetener (maple syrup, vegetable glycerin, or brown rice syrup) Add the rose hips and water to a pot and simmer for 30 minutes. The liquid should be down to about half. Strain the herbs from the water and pour the water into a mason jar. Let the liquid cool and then add the sweetener into the jar and shake until blended. A 1-to-1 ratio of sweetener to liquid is supposed to preserve it longer but I find it way too sweet. If refrigerated it will last for several months. The dosage is 4 to 6 drops every hour for infants and a teaspoon for older children. 10
Resources Here are some places to find the ingredients for the remedies detailed in this booklet. Mountain Rose Herbs bulk dried herbs, teas, and more Young Living Essential Oils essential oils doterra essential oils Visit The Holistic Mama for more remedy recipes, natural health information and real food recipes 11