During those time when your immunity is low, and you feel cold- or flu-like symptoms, it’s time to take preventive action by enjoying one of these nourishing, natural home brews.

Scallion Broth.
This simple broth will help you sweat lightly, and is an excellent remedy for preventing and getting rid of colds:

♦ Take one scallion, and chop it up.

♦ Boil in water for 5 to 10 minutes. (Keep the lid on the pot to prevent vapor from escaping.)

♦ Flavor with tamari.

♦ Sip it slowly, bundle up, then lie down, or go to sleep.

Ginger Tea
If scallion broth doesn’t suit your culinary fancy, try ginger tea:

♦ Put a couple of slices of fresh ginger in one and one-half cups of water.

♦ Boil for 5 to 10 minutes. (Time it based on how strong you like your ginger tea.)

♦ Keep the lid on the pot to prevent vapor from escaping.

♦ Add a little honey and lemon.

♦ Sip it slowly, bundle up, then lie down, or go to sleep.

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