Restocking my Natural Medicine Cabinet | Homestead Apothecary

[@katherinenightingale2205]

Last time I made fire cider, after the veg was strained out, I dehydrated and powdered them and made Fire Spice 😀

[@rockreader4298]

Love your idea, Katherine. Getting the most out of a good thing is always a good thing. : ) I will do the same.

[@GreenLifeInDublin]

Awesome idea!

[@CopperKettleFarms]

I love this idea!

[@homemakersbudget]

After it turns into powder, whats the ratio to use, to add it in water to activate it?

[@7owlfthr]

NICE! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@juditrimble2604]

Any time you have turmeric, you should add pepper. It works synergistically with the turmeric.

[@MrsB197something]

Can you use ground turmeric in this?

[@dianelott6849]

Agreed, the pepper makes the turmeric work better.

[@katherinenightingale2205]

@@MrsB197something yes

[@KingdomMadeAnimals]

Mmm cayenne pepper 🌶️

[@juliedayton8754]

Amen sister... nothing provides as much protection for us & our family as all the promises that are contained in Psalm 91 ❤️ The Lord impressed upon my heart to personalize it & then write out the whole chapter...for such a time we are in. I am purposefully memorizing it! Such wisdom you've been given sister and I bless you for sharing it with us!

[@kittyrichards9915]

On the elderberry syrup,I water bath can it for 10 minutes. Makes it shelf stable. My granddaughter wanted some for college. I have also heard of people freezing in ice cubes for later use.

[@marygayquigley9672]

I thought of canning the elderberry syrup but wouldn't the heat destroy the medicinal benefits of it? Especially the raw honey? I would love some feed back on this thought:)

[@badwolf_gtv7725]

@@marygayquigley9672 i would think just leave the honey out and only add it after youve opened the jar

[@marygayquigley9672]

@@badwolf_gtv7725 That's a good idea for the honey but would high heat kill off the medicinal benefits of the elderberry? Just wondering.

[@annamccosker7878]

Growing up in the 70/80s, my parents used to make those "hot toddies". I think its usually hot water with whiskey, fresh lemon juice and honey. They said it worked for them... Never tried it though. I made my first batch of elderberry tincture and i take it regularly before i get really sick with a cold or something. Ive actually chased my family around trying to give it to them😂

[@dianedecker8219]

I use turmeric all the time so all my cutting boards are stained! Bleach or a scrubbing powder might make your knife white again☺ No guarantee. Aloha from Kauai

[@kristinaraza3205]

For turmeric stains, try a squeeze of lemon juice rubbed into the stain and a few hours sunshine. Should do the trick.❤

[@kimblock2021]

when i used up all my onion/honey liquid i fried the onions and put them on a chicken melt.yum

[@goodnessineverybite2378]

You should add some Star Anise to the Elderberry Syrup..it is AMAZING!!

[@katescaringcorner6765]

I love this video, Kelsey! Could you be willing to do a series on the home remedies that you have used and find successful? ❤ That would be such a treat!

[@bunnyb9326]

Yes!!that would be awesome!! I rather watch these do it yourself videos vs reading sometimes. It helps me with the unique way I comprehend things.

[@kskorner74]

You can put the cider in orange juice and it’s barely noticeable

[@Sarah-over-here]

For my extracts and tinctures, I use a coffee filter to filter out any powders I use (or at least reduce the amount) after I've passed the extract through a sieve or muslin. Might be an option for when you've not got any whole herbs, just powdered.

[@kathleen7849]

I used to get yearly chest infections. One year I had completed two rounds of Pharmacy bought antibiotics and the infection would not go away so I decided to try active Manuka Honey with crushed garlic seeped in it and took small tsp of it with water. My infection disappeared almost immediately. I now just use that.

[@debichats8634]

How I wish I had known all this when I was your age and had young children…..I’m 75 and using so much of this for my husband and me……Thank you for all your work and expertise!!!!!!❤❤❤

[@yvettelabeef-knapp8671]

My daughter also does tinctures & she just gave me some Mullein to try. I have COPD and will get a great deal of phlegm at times. I’ve only used mullein few times but so far so good😊

[@smallspaceswithGloria]

Mullen grows as weed in my backyard, I will have to try,

[@rhondatrue761]

Mullein is WONDERFUL! I have been able to get off of all my inhalers for Asthma!!!❤️🙏

[@KingdomMadeAnimals]

Look into boneset cough syrup tel l your daughter to try and make it. You use sassafrass which contains mullein.

[@MarkSantos-z3m]

@@rhondatrue761 really? thats amazing!

[@curiouse]

Sliced red onion, put it on a cup of ACV, leave it in refrigerator. One spoon a day, or until the cough/pleghm cleared.

[@juliewood6513]

I’ve used toothpaste and baking soda. I make it into a thick paste. A scrub the area that has the turmeric stain.

[@Jewelz87]

Yessss natural medicine. A good balance is modern and natural medicine for my family’s health. I keep telling myself to make elderberry syrup before school starts and I keep forgetting until one of them comes home with a cold, lol. 😅

[@kittyrichards9915]

I always watch to the end for the verse or quote

[@nancyanderson9012]

Hi Pat, garlic and honey and a jar for well over a year in my refrigerator and I still use it

[@neliaschmidt2638]

We do garlic,ginger,tumeric,cayenne,lemon and honey all freshly chopped and add it to rooibos tea (Aspalathus linearis) every time we start to feel flu-ish not sure if you have the tea but I suppose you could drink it with any tea. Your onion and honey we do onion and brown sugar, it forms a kind of syrup very good for a cough, need to try it with the honey, but our winter is almost done now. I have started seedlings of many "odd and old fashioned herbs" just for their medical purposes, hopefully they will grow well 🤞 alot of these herbs have nice flowers when they bloom so the plan is to add them to my "cottage" gardren

[@rockreader4298]

New sub here. : ) You could put a post-it-note on the cupboard door, saying .... "Have you hugged your fire cider today?" so you don't forget to shake it up a bit. : )

[@GrowCookPreserveWithKellyDawn]

Fantastic video! I’ve also been experimenting with fire cider in my kitchen, particularly in salad dressings and marinades, and it’s been a game changer! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion.

[@1TsuNami]

So thankful your channel popped up on my feed. It has been a blessing. Thank you for these wonderful extracts. So helpful.

[@cathyrich4611]

Thanks!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Ahh thank you so much! ❤️🤗

[@patriciagale5047]

Maybe you could soak the handle knife in vinegar. I know that vinegar will take the rust off of rusty tools. Maybe vinegar will work on the knife handle. Just an idea.

[@myronliles27]

Metal utensils should not be used when working with honey, only wood or glass

[@brandyh3536]

I like to make a tea by adding a shot of Fire cider with some hot water to sip on when i'm sick. I add honey for the kids

[@pizzagal197]

Love hearing children

[@mykalazig]

how ironic that with breathtaking fall foliage and crisp mornings comes cold and flu season. praying that you and your family can catch a break this year!😮‍💨💜

[@jackieconnolly9950]

You are so lovely to visit with. I learned a lot from you! I am of the same mind and am just setting out. I appreciate your information here!

[@PlantRelated]

I love that you have little ones and cater herbs to the family. It’s be try helpful for me ❤ God bless and thank you

[@jscasecase471]

Yes the weather has been beautiful. I have been more intentional on my family’s health through food consumption and wanting to learn more about natural medicinal health. I have been trying it out on myself first and I am feeling so much better. My husband was recently diagnosed with some health problems and is seeking medical help but I want to to make sure he is getting the help at home as well.

[@B2wm0m]

Great info. I love tutorials, so this was perfect. Thank you!

[@tanyoscaosca5048]

Grazie bello seguirti. Ti scrivo da Roma ❤

[@kittyrichards9915]

Your roses are simply amazing!

[@beekind1940]

I just love the color of the Lady of Shallot rose!

[@ShelleyhitzTV]

This video was such an inspiration. I’ve been researching fire cider and loved all your book recommendations. Definitely want to do more of this. Thank you for sharing!

[@2HillHomestead]

Love this! Would love more content like this along with some herbal teas. Thank you as always!

[@preppingmama]

Very beautiful here in southern Oregon right now. Soaking up as much sun as I can!

[@cathyrich4611]

Love this! Thanks Kelsey, super informative!

[@tinahaart]

This was super interesting to watch! I've never heard of natural medicines, let alone ones you could make at home. Thanks for sharing!!

[@myronliles27]

Welcome to our world! Lots to learn out here so take tiny steps as not to get overwhelmed ❤

[@katieauth8979]

Kelsey add a shot of vodka to your finished elderberry syrup to extend its life in the fridge for longer…

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Ohhh I’ll try that! Thank you!!

[@enna4986]

How much longer?

[@kimmcbride928]

I have always read to use a barrier (like plastic wrap) or use a plastic lid because the vinegar can make metal lids rust

[@JubileeHomesteading]

Great video!! Make a paste of baking soda to remove the yellowing on the knife. You can also try bar keeper's friend, or wrap a napkin soaked with bleach on the handle for at least 20 minutes. These things have helped me a lot with turmeric stains and the like. Hope it works for you!

[@smallspaceswithGloria]

Here in eastern Washington state I am just getting my push of green tomatoes ready to turn their color and I still have another month until first fall frost, so can’t wait to make some tinctures😊

[@cherylpresleigh6403]

Happy Friday Kelsey! We too have been enjoying cooler mornings and evenings which like you, creates a longing in me for cozy blankets and hot tea. When preparing for bed last night I realized that our back door had been closed all day (except for going in and out of it) which was the first time this summer. The shift to fall seems to be coming more quickly than normal. I’m ready for it in my heart, but not necessarily in the garden. I have some herbal remedy recipe books on the way. I believe one arrives today and the other soon after. Your timing with this video is perfect for getting me ready for planning out those projects. I hope you and the family have a wonderful weekend. 🤗 May the Lord bless you, and keep you, and make his face to shine upon you.

[@deborahwestmoreland787]

Enjoyed very much.

[@catharinabra]

I made the fermented garlic in honey last year and I loved it! My family not so much 😅 I need to do a new batch for this winter.

[@hmartin751]

My elderberry and fire cider sells out all the time on etsy..love them all!! Great video ❤

[@AmbersDaintyThrowBlanket]

Do you need a license or certification to sell that sort of thing? I want to start a home grown apothecary

[@hmartin751]

@nikkireigns nope. There is no license to become an herbalist. You could take a class if you wanted but there is no degree for it. ❤️ Just do it! It's just knowledge that I grew up learning and am very passionate about..

[@ritabaker3113]

Thank you so much for sharing. God bless

[@cynthiafisher9907]

I love the powder blue of your kitchen cabinets.

[@KimberlySafi-sk7qj]

I appreciate the honesty about the kids and fire cider, mine won’t take it either and I’ve always wondered if others are using a more palatable formula/recipe

[@avalerio0892]

My toddler takes a dropper-full, diluted in just water. No honey needed, and keeps it raw (unheated)!

[@ashleyporter9330]

GREAT video! Very informational!

[@moniquelr977]

Can I ask, what is a use for the elderberries and herbs you strain off? Seems too good to throw away. Beautiful video, thank you for sharing your knowledge. ❤❤❤

[@KokoraLife]

Nice! This is great, thank you. 🌿

[@lisagoffnett867]

Thank you for this video. Perfect timing as I begin the final stages of canning season.

[@paulawallace6688]

I just watched Modern Homestead Alaska last night and she makes elderberry syrup and freezes it in jelly jars. Just an idea. Good video!!!

[@yanirisencarnacion04]

Thank you for these recipes. I do a mix of fresh ginger, turmeric, lemons, hibiscus flower and honey. I put in the fridge and every time my kids or I feeling like we’re coming down with something we take a couple of spoons twice a day for a few days and it tastes so good.

[@PlantRelated]

I love that you have little ones and cater herbs to the family. It’s be try helpful for me ❤ God bless and thank you for the book recommendations

[@carenmcfarland7034]

Definitely going to try the fire cider!

[@tsigekiflay8972]

I love your videos. Thanks for sharing ❤blessings to you and your family

[@shannonandrews2649]

I have been making honey bomb for the last couple of years. I am never without it, it really does work!

[@KatahadinKookingMamaHomestead]

I have yet to do fire starter, I did fermented honey, elderberry, and elderberry oxymel.I need to check out other two

[@carmentrevino4704]

Thank you for sharing, will be making some for the gut♥️🧓😘

[@shannon2776]

I love this video, thank you so much for sharing!

[@dianelott6849]

Great ideas!! I use some of them and will add some more of your ideas to my list! Thank you!! Don't forget to burp the garlic honey everyday. And shake it up so the honey coats the garlic everyday, I love making my fermented garlic honey.

[@carolstrickland6979]

Thank you from Alaska.

[@robertacleary5256]

Great video 😊really enjoyed it 😊

[@26skogen]

I need to start a few medicinals in a couple of days. Should have started mid summer but the garden took priority. Now that it's finished I can do medicinals after butchering is finished today. Work never ends.

[@caitriley1255]

I definitely want to pick up some of your recommended books! Thanks so much for sharing

[@jofarley7294]

Hi, great video, I will make the fire cider. I have been growing and harvesting elderberries for years. I cook the berries then strain off the juice and freeze it. Then all year round when I cook frozen fruit I add some of the elderberry juice. Which usually is once a week. If I feel like I am coming down with anything I will take it a tablespoon at a time. It strengthens the immune system.

[@melodyfordham7878]

I’ve made fire cider and fermented garlic in the past. So adding the elderberry syrup to my list. Thanks so much.

[@rosemaryshevchuck5767]

I just came across your video and enjoyed it. I did subscribe!

[@melissasoderlund9785]

Great video. Mr. Clean magic eraser for the knife handle. Great to have on hand for those stains that appear and nothing else works.

[@emekasearthgems3376]

Thanks for sharing!

[@shelleyfreeman7396]

Hi, I'm new to your channel. And I know you posted about a month ago, but I noticed that you were asking how to get the turmeric off of your knife handle. Lemon juice will help get the stain off of your knife handle and off of your fingers 😊 Thank you so much for your videos ❤

[@aprilnunez5741]

Thank you ❤

[@carmgenuardi1738]

Just found those channel. Love it!

[@lindakrieger6667]

I use a glass weight to keep my garlic infused with garlic under the honey. I also use a lid that releases the gases. My last jar is from last year and so yummy. Where do you get turmeric root and horseradish root?

[@hmartin751]

Most supermarkets sell them

[@staceyrichell8852]

I found this super helpful, thank you. I've made elderberry syrup but I'm now also going to try the honey garlic. X

[@GreenLifeInDublin]

Love the look of all of those remedies! Would anyone happen to know if fire cider and honey garlic from last year are still good to use?

[@CopperKettleFarms]

Fellow PA resident/homesteader

[@rebeccabeasley9624]

Thank u for sharing yr recipes

[@rebeccashafer3232]

I've also seen Fire Cider dosed as an equal part cider with equal part honey at the time of taking, which would make it much sweeter but still a bit "burny" going down. 😁

[@dragonfly9396]

To take the color of the turmeric color of the knife put it in the sun light for a few days it has worked in the past

[@amazonazapata9424]

Coconut oil, organic in cooked raw and unfiltered for yeast infections ( the beginning of one ) to fight off

[@myronliles27]

Wow! I so enjoyed your voice, chose of music and all of your content but I need to caution you about using metal utensils with honey. Only glass and wooden utensils should be used. I can’t go into the science of it but your intellect enough to research, I learned this information from bee keeping friends. Keep making videos they are wonderful ❤

[@AdrianaRodriguez-ux3yq]

I can't find horseradish root locally. I've tried health food stores and the Asian food market and all they have is ginger and turmeric. Do you think "freshly grated" horseradish would work? My super market sells it...Maybe just use less because it's grated and not chunks?

[@34Calvin]

I read a quote (somewhere) where it was pointed out that the first sin was actioned through food, so is it any wonder that we are being attacked, still, though our food (preservatives, processing, chiton, etc)… The older I’m getting the more I wished I had lived in a Homestead… well now I’m playing catch up. Thank you for your video, there is so much to learn!

[@ClaudiaBeauchamp-o1m]

Hi need I cannot find turmeric root or horseradish root where I live can you tell me how many spoon fulls you will need for the fire cider and the honey bond Thanks

[@crystalh1402]

Sunlight did the trick with turmeric staining on my vitamix container, maybe try that?

[@sd0198]

Hi Kelsey, So glad you posted this today. I cleaned out my cabinet of medicinal herbs because I really don't get into tea. I don't want to throw out what I have, would you like me to send to you? Everything I have I sourced from either Mountain Rose Herbs or Starwest Botanicals.

[@collettesaxe9718]

Thank you for sharing. these recipes!!!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@canadiannavywife434]

Lucky number 134 and the seventh comment! Hugs from Esquimalt and lets get brewing!

[@enna4986]

Can you do shelf stable recipes? I’d like to know what can be tweaked to msje stable even if vodka

[@SusanCleveland-h7v]

For the honey and garlic - you said to eat the clove? Or just the infused honey?

[@SleepyHead76]

I’m making the garlic/turmeric/ginger infusion tomorrow. How long do you let yours stay in the fridge? I’ve seen people say a couple months up to six months. Thank you for the great video!

[@LindaKreutzer-v2d]

Question: I heard that black garlic is stronger. Have you seen/heard with honey? If so, I found on YT how to make black garlic because one head of garlic sells CHF 10 = CHF 2-5 over here. Thank you from a WNYer now living in Switzerland. And mason jars over here? Nothing! 😫

[@swunsch86]

Pop your knife out in the sun for a day or 2, the sun will naturally bleach the turmeric stain out 😊

[@terryhall2299]

Enjoyed your video. Question. Do I need to shake the bottle of apple cider vinegar with the mother in it or just open it and pour it out?

[@lah6816]

Boost your garlic with star anise and cloves for a better cure.