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Slippery Elm Tea

Used for Sore Throats, Gastrointestinal issues, Urinary tract, coughs etc.

This particular recipe has been given to me by a 91 yr young male client of mine Joe. He reckons  this makes it more palatable.

1 heaped tsp Slippery elm powder in a cup with a pinch of cinnamon powder and a little cold water to make a paste. Add very hot water – stirring vigorously – then add a tsp honey.

Other options I’ve found that work well: add to mashed banana or yoghurt; or add to apple juice with a little warm water.

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