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Get Well/Stay Well Mix

This Get Well/Stay Well Mix is an easy recipe for treatment of the common cold.

Ingredients:

Raw garlic contains properties that help to: reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol and improve circulation. It also contains selenium, a component that can prevent and revert cell damage, in addition to fighting off free radicals. Researchers have found a strong correlation between these properties and cancer prevention. Garlic also has antiseptic properties which help to combat fungi, viruses, and bacteria, thus keeping you safer from infections and problems such as colds and the flu.


Organic apple cider with mother (not distilled or synthetic versions) is known for its medicinal properties, which can alleviate a large number of health problems such as: allergies, acne, sinus infections, the flu, high cholesterol, candida infection, chronic fatigue, contact dermatitis, sore throat, gout, arthritis and acid reflux.


Raw honey is considered one of the best natural antibiotics. It is capable of strengthening our immune system, including our white blood cells, which are the ones that help us fight off infection, the flu and colds. This food can also be used to treat wounds, soothe a cough, and speed up the healing process.


Organic lemon lowers cholesterol, helps you to lose weight, provides vitamin C to combat infections, helps absorb iron, and helps prevent kidney stones.


Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of apple cider vinegar (250 ml).

  • 1 cup of organic, unpasteurized local or manuka honey (400 g).

  • 10 cloves of garlic - crushed.

  • 2 organic lemons, macerated with seeds and seeds (skin can be included)


Preparation

In a glass mason jar, mix all the ingredients and shake for about 90 seconds. Ideally, you should consume this remedy within 5 days, because once that time has passed, it will start losing most of its properties. You can keep it in the refrigerator but remember to always keep it covered.

Start out by taking two tablespoons of the mixture as soon as you get up in the morning. If you are bothered by the taste, you can always dilute it in a glass of water or fresh fruit juice. If you may not see results immediately, don't give up on it.

Disclaimer: Do not ingest if you are allergic to any of the ingredients