Good and simple to prepare.
Colds, flu, gastro, bronchitis… In this month of January, the circulation of winter illnesses is very high. These viruses are transmitted mainly by droplets emitted when coughing and sneezing, and by direct contact with the hands of the infected person or objects they have touched. And it’s even worse when you stay locked in a room without ventilation. In addition to the classic barrier gestures to avoid catching these viruses, it is also good to strengthen your immune defenses. A naturopath recently delivered her “elixir to boost immunity”.
This remedy would be effective in staying “in great shape” during the winter, according to Julie Pradines. In a video posted on her TikTok account, she explains that you need to add honey and the juice of half a lemon. Honey has antimicrobial and immunostimulating properties and lemon has vitamin C. You must then add a tablespoon of cinnamon, an excellent stimulant in cases of colds and flu, and the same quantity of thyme, ideal for ENT diseases and respiratory. Without forgetting a tablespoon of powdered ginger and rosemary. That’s not all, this mixture is missing a secret ingredient which makes all the difference according to the specialist.
This element is based on the benefits of apitherapy, that is to say the properties of what bees produce. Julie Pradines recommends adding a teaspoon of royal jelly to your elixir. It is a whitish substance with pearly reflections, secreted by worker bees. Its taste is a little more acidic than honey and very sweet. It is originally used to feed the larvae of the colony as well as the queen. Very rich in vitamin B5 and trace elements, royal jelly has revitalizing and stimulating properties. A real “plus” to the preparation.
Once your mixture is finished, simply filter it and transfer it to a small closed jar and keep it in a cool place for a week. Julie Pradines recommends taking a tablespoon in the morning or as a snack “to prevent small colds and other winter hazards”concludes the naturopath.
