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We went camping last weekend, and my children made some friends at the campground. I later heard their new friends coughing profusely – the deeply rooted, mucousy, painful coughing. I squeezed fresh lime juice and infused mullein leaf to naturally support our immune systems, and this flavor was created! Mullein leaf has a neutral flavor, so the fresh-squeezed lime juice combines with raw water kefir for a natural limeade taste. My children could not stop drinking this! And guess what? We maintained our health and vitality the entire weekend! I chose this flavor for the nutritional and medicinal possibilities.
Limes
- excellent source of vitamin C (boosts the immune system and stimulates collagen production)
- rich in fiber and antioxidants to fight free radicals
- contain flavonoids that treat respiratory disorders by working as anti-congestive relief
- have antibiotic and disinfectant properties
- stimulate the digestive system and increase the secretion of digestive juices, bile, and acids
- excellent weight reducer and fat burner
- limonoids stimulate the healing process of peptic and oral ulcers
- help to regulate the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, reducing the occurrence of blood sugar spikes
- have a low glycemic index (will not cause an unexpected spike in glucose levels
- reduce inflammation of the blood vessels (preventative measure against heart diseases, heart attacks, and strokes)
- protect the eyes from aging and macular degeneration
- have fever-reducing qualities and relieve constipation
- rejuvenate the skin and reduce body odor
Mullein Leaf
- considered the herb of choice for respiratory problems and pulmonary diseases
- traditionally used to treat coughs, colds, croup, bronchitis, allergies, whooping cough, and asthma
- contains mucilaginous compounds that decrease the thickness of mucosal fluids, and also increase the production (this helps to loosen mucus and expel it out of the body)
- calms spasms and helps reduce swelling of the glandular system
- has great anti-inflammatory properties that make it a good treatment for skin conditions such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, eczema, and acne
- soothes inflamed tissues
- great as a general pain reliever
- high in iron, magnesium, potassium, and sulphur
- note: if you choose to use your own mullein leaf, make sure to strain through two layers of cheesecloth. You need to remove the potentially irritating hair-like particles when straining out the herb.