One of our earliest blends is made with several wonderful herbs, including:
Elderberries, Echinacea root & leaf, Thyme, Chamomile, Peppermint, and Red root.
Mt. Sinai of New York tells us about echinacea "Several laboratory and animal studies suggest that echinacea contains active substances that boost immune function, relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and have hormonal, antiviral, and antioxidant effects."
Web MD says this about elderberries - "The berries and flowers of elderberry are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. They could help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too. Some experts recommend elderberry to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms."
Thyme has a long history of use for colds and flu.  Hippocrates, who lived around 460 BCE to 370 BCE and is known today as “the father of Western medicine,” recommended thyme for respiratory diseases and conditions. People grew thyme in gardens and gathered it in the countryside.
Chamomile is a soothing herb, used for upset stomaches and to help with relaxing.
Red Root's astringent properties cause it to shrink and tone tissue.  It is a powerful 'mover' of fluid helping with fluid and mucous congestion.
 
*This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and has not been evaluated by the FDA.  If you are taking prescription medication, or are pregnant or nursing, please consult your healthcare provider before using this product.