Our Happy Immunity is an experience! When we created this recipe, we wanted to pick herbs that we love and fortify them with Vitamin C to give you a tincture that strengthens your immune system !
In the back of my mind I had an herb that I am particularly fond of and that I have spent years getting to know - Åland root . It is impossible not to include it in a Happy Immunity. We want to introduce elderberries more, as we do not have such a long tradition of using the berries. During my herbalist training with the legendary herbalist Rosemary Gladstar, I got to deeply experience the power of elderberries. It is time for us to use them more!
Adding Propolis was our partner in Latvia 's proposal . In Latvia there is a deep and very vibrant herbal tradition. They use a lot of Propolis there. Partly there is the knowledge and partly there is access to very fine Propolis from small beekeepers. These herbs complement each other and together with Vitamin C we came up with a great mix that boosts the immune system.
All said and done - after much discussion with our partner in Latvia we came up with the ultimate recipe . Our partner immediately started making the tincture. It took four weeks for the first sample to be ready! Tinctures are a real craft , so you have to be patient.
When I received the sample of Happy Immunity, I was in for a taste shock! The combination of herbs is indescribable, but the Propolis definitely stands out. We have taken our time to test Happy Immunity with our loved ones. Some love the taste. Others have to get used to it. Wonder what you will think!
We have tested it when we have needed to strengthen our immune system, with good results. The daily recommendation is 30 drops, but as usual it is important to test yourself. Do you need a significantly lower dose - or should it be higher?
Our herbal tinctures are carefully designed and tested in collaboration with our partner. The black bottle of the Herbal Factory protects the tincture longer than other glasses. You can Read about our bottle in our blog . Maybe you'll want to reuse it for something else !
Happy Immunity: Formula and ingredients
Propolis
Propolis is a product created by bees. Like all bee products, propolis varies in taste and color depending on which plant parts the bees have collected. The bees process resin, pollen and seeds with their saliva and this forms a wax that they seal the hive with. The wax is a protection against bacteria, fungi and viruses. You can eat propolis. It is particularly suitable for making a tincture of propolis, as the alcohol used to make this craft more easily dissolves active substances from the resinous product. Propolis does not dissolve as easily in water and glycerin, for example. Some people use propolis to chew on.
As we wrote above, we are particularly proud of our Propolis, as it is an important component in a formula like Happy Immunity. In addition, we know that it comes from small beekeepers in Latvia. It gives a distinctive flavor to Happy Immunity. Avoid propolis if you have previously reacted to bee products.
Åland root (Inula helenium)
With Ålandsroten I have had one of my most powerful experiences with herbs. I don't remember who gave me Ålandsroten, but those are the roots you want to use. I used it one day when I needed to get back on the track. I made a decoction of Ålandsroten and was only pleasantly surprised when I saw the blue-purple color. The taste was totally overwhelming. Perfumed, super delicious. Like mountain water lily. I sipped on Ålandsroten all morning, while I was running errands with the car. Suddenly I was completely here and now. It was such a striking feeling that I have studied Ålandsroten ever since, in several ways.
Esoterically, Åland root is an herb that is used for those who are between "different worlds" and who need to come down and be here and now.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Åland Root is warm and is used to draw moisture out of the body. I personally believe that it is this property that contributes to Åland Root's experience of strong presence. It is included in our Happy Immunity because it is a given candidate, but also because it adds a nice touch of heat to our formula.
Read this fantastic blog post if you want to go deeper into the world of Ålandsroten .
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)
Elderberry grows extensively in our part of the world and as the text above suggests there is a lot of folklore about Elderberry - as elderberry is called in English. For my part, elderberry is a very important member of my garden. If there is one thing I have missed when I have lived abroad, it is elderberry. The taste of elderberry juice is unmistakable and cannot be replaced by anything else. And I love the white color of elderberry flowers with a splash of lime green.
But elderberry is amazing in so many other ways. In Sweden, we mostly use the flowers of elderberry and we use elderberry mostly as a juice and flavoring. In other parts of the world, for example the USA, they instead use elderberries extensively as a liquid preparation in the fall and winter. It is very common with elderberry elixir - a fantastic recipe that Örtfabriken has written about here .
Many people wonder if you can eat elderberries and if they are poisonous. You have to heat the berries to avoid any problems from them. Many people also freeze the elderberries.
Elderberries are called Elderberries in English. Here we recommend our herbalist Rosemary Gladstar who writes about how elderberries can be used . That Örtfabriken chose to include elderberries in our Happy Immunity came naturally! We are so happy to be able to offer elderberries to you in this way.
Happy Immunity - the strength lies in a finely balanced herbal blend
Propolis, herbs and Vitamin C together create a finely balanced herbal blend where Vitamin C strengthens the immune system. Please get in touch when you have tried it and tell us how you experience it!
Here you will find our Happy Immunity .
