Cold & Sore Throat Tea

Are you battling a cold, sore throat or indigestion? Let blackberries come to the rescue!

Blackberries are a rich source of fiber and vitamin C.

Make the tea from the LEAVES of a blackberry bush for a upset stomach.
Drink it HOT to soothe a cold or gargle WARM to fight a sore throat or drink for indigestion.

Tea: Infuse 1 teaspoon of fresh or dried blackberry leaves in a cup of boiling water for 5 minutes. Add blackberry shoots to the infusion if you wish to battle mouth irritations.

The Sniffles Ointment

If the sniffles and chest congestion have you down, rub some of this ointment on your chest and under your nose.

1/2 oz. Eucalyptus Oil
1/2 oz. Rosemary Oil
1/2 oz. Peppermint Oil
2 oz Hard Paraffin Wax
2 oz Soft Paraffin Wax

Melt together and stir while it's cooling. Store in an airtight container away from heat.