Winter Wellness: Natural Remedies & Products to Keep You Healthy
As the temperature drops and the hustle of the season sets in, staying healthy and energized can feel like a challenge. Between chilly mornings, busy schedules, and an uptick in colds, it’s easy to feel run down. But don’t worry—nature has your back! With a few simple remedies and products, you can bolster your immune system, soothe winter woes, and stay your vibrant self.
This winter, we’re shining a spotlight on a few favorites from Roots & Leaves, along with some tried-and-true herbal remedies to keep you feeling your best.
Fire Cider: Your Immune-Boosting Ally
If there’s one thing you’ll want to keep in your pantry this season, it’s Roots & Leaves Fire Cider. This tangy, spicy tonic is packed with immune-boosting ingredients like raw apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and honey. Traditionally used to ward off colds and flu, fire cider works by stimulating circulation and warming the body from the inside out.
Roots & Leaves Elderberry & Honey Tonic: Your New Wellness Hack
Elderberries are renowned for their high antioxidant content and immune-supporting properties, and Roots & Leaves Elderberry & Honey Tonic takes it a step further by blending elderberries with honey and a mix of 12 herbs, roots, and spices. This powerful combination helps to boost the immune system.
In addition to its immune-enhancing benefits, the tonic’s high antioxidant levels combat stress in the body, supporting overall wellness. The carefully selected herbs also contribute to digestive health, creating a tonic that supports the body from the inside out.
Herbal Remedies for Winter Wellness
Natural remedies using herbs are a time-honored way to stay healthy in colder months. These simple, effective ideas are easy to make at home and can complement your winter wellness routine.
Ginger Honey for Sore Throats
This classic remedy combines the anti-inflammatory properties of ginger with honey’s soothing and antimicrobial benefits.
To prepare for the season of sickness, it’s best to make some ginger honey in advance. Slice fresh ginger and place it into a jar. Then, pour raw (preferably local) honey over the ginger until fully submerged. Let it sit for 24 hours, then store in the fridge. Then, when your throat starts to feel scratchy, stir a spoonful of the ginger honey into warm water or tea to ease throat discomfort and boost immunity.
Rosemary Steam for Congestion
When the air gets dry and colds strike, a rosemary steam can help clear congestion and refresh your senses. Simply bring a pot of water to a simmer and remove from the heat. Once removed, add a handful of fresh rosemary or a few drops of rosemary essential oil to the water. Lean over the pot (carefully) with a towel over your head to trap the steam. Breathe deeply for 5-10 minutes.
With a little help from our favorite Roots & Leaves products and a few herbal remedies, staying healthy this winter can feel as natural as the remedies themselves.