Herbal Tea For A Cold

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon dried Peppermint
• 1 teaspoon dried Yarrow
• 1 teaspoon dried Elder Flowers
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 pinch powdered mixed spices (Cinnamon, Ginger, Cloves)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Infuse the herbs in the water for at least 5 minutes, then add the remaining ingredients and honey to sweeten if necessary. Take a wine glassful every 2 hours.

This pleasant, soothing mixture will induce a gentle perspiration, thus helping to reduce a fever.

From: The Complete Book of Herbs and Spices
For information about the individual herbs visit: The Encyclopedia of Herbology