Herbal Remedies

Comfrey - Elderberry Cold and Fever Remedy

This remedy reduces fever associated with cold by inducing perspiration.

1/2 cup of elderberries

several leaves of comfrey - chopped

1 cup of honey

1 cup of distilled water

Chop several leaves of comfrey. Add 1/2 cup of elderberries, 1 cup of honey, and 1 cup of water. Simmer for 30 minutes. Strain. Take as needed to produce perspiration and reduce fever.

The comfrey leaves produce an aspirin- like substance that help to ease the discomforts of a cold. It also soothes inflamed mucous membranes of the throat. Comfrey is a demulcent, and an expectorant. The elderberries, a diuretic, serve to flush the system.

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