Taking My Own Herbal Advice this Cold & Flu Season!

[@TheHoneystead]

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[@gardengatesopen]

The '90's... That label maker brings back the groovy '70's for me!

[@calliehagood]

I made a 1/2 gallon jar a couple weeks before Christmas. I was straining it on my countertop the other day when my kiddo hopped up on the countertop and spilled almost all of it. I was heartbroken. Thankfully I managed too press out about a pint from the scraps. I've been dehydrating my scraps too. Nothing going to waste!

[@thehiveandthehoneybee9547]

Please tell your Mom that I LOVE her! Thank you i miss her

[@TheHoneystead]

Awww I will!!!

[@NWIowaVikingandTheHerbalHermit]

Last year I added hibiscus as well as rose hips to my fire cider....didn't add honey til I strained it...then I filled my bottles to half way with the strained cider, then the other half was 1/4.llcal raw honey and 1/4 Korbel brandy! Delicious!!

[@Maddy_might]

Don't be afraid to make a mess and learn something old❣️❣️❣️

[@suekwisses3853]

My husband just surprised me with honey bees for my birthday. I’m crying like a baby. I get them this spring. Huge surprise for me. Best ever.

[@doulacoach6801]

YAY! SO awesome! Happy for you! You be loved.😁

[@scentsbyemebathbody3161]

You crack me up when you spill stuff lol

[@JaniceCrowell]

So funny. That label maker reminds me of the 1960’s. I love the newer battery operated ones because I love the way they look.

[@carolynlouise6566]

I was listening to you and that reminded me to take my cider

[@jobepray0124]

Can you guys are awesome love your program

[@joannewilson6847]

Love your videos and love seeing your mum offering advice and just being a mum with a wonderful smile and so proud of her daughter. BRING BACK THE MUM. Xxxxx

[@cheryldutchak1010]

Add a touch of avocado oil and it also makes a great salad dressing!

[@TheHoneystead]

Yum!!!!!!!

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Good Saturday morning Honeystead. Excellent video as always. Thanks for sharing. all your advice for homemade cures for colds and flu this season - and avoiding OTC medications and prescription drugs with side effects. 🌹🌹🌼🌼

[@jenniferhunt6739]

Thanks to you I discovered fire cider. I made 2 jars but ended up needed another 2. I LOVE IT! Warms your inside. Better than plain ACV. I added honey of course. I sort of did what you did but I added some pineapple and cayenne. I tried to press what I could out. In the future I am going to blend it and dry it and turn into powder. I loved your idea of putting it into capsules.My daughter will be able to stomach the capsules. That gave me an idea of taking my powdered vegetables I do and put in capsules too. ... off to see where I can purchase capsules and holder. Watching you from BC Canada. ❤ Learning a lot from you.

[@Damon_Jay]

Not awkward at all 😂🤘🏻 love the video.

[@lorrainephilopulos6712]

I made a batch for this past winter and we found out by taking a shot every morning as a preventive for cold and flu. It works great, and I'm on my 3rd batch

[@TheHoneystead]

Isn’t it lovely!!

[@egman26]

I'm looking forward to my first batch. Still planning on the recipe. Great video. Thank you for what you do.

[@poetsgarden1]

Love your videos...thanks i made my own herbal tinctures after watching you....and love it for my hair.

[@christianshannon3943]

Bee season is approaching fast . I hope you have your bee game on ! Let it bee a buzzing season!

[@NWIowaVikingandTheHerbalHermit]

Save the solids, and either dehydrate or freeze dry, grind to a powder, and use for meat rubs or to make salad dressings!

[@kellysmith9767]

I made some this past Fall and I've used it 2x and it knocked that congestion right out, it's pretty freakin awesome!!!

[@TheMichi2377]

Try making small shots and line Em up! I use 4oz mason jars. I tend to take it more often if it's readily available. 🤣

[@cjapao8058]

Everything is so organized & clean in your kitchen. Love it 😍

[@SudsNSkinNaturals]

Love your channel ❤

[@brusselsprout5851]

I make messes too. Don’t even get me going on this evenings bottling of the maple syrup.

[@lauriepayseur5897]

Ohhh my GOODNESS I love that closing line! “Don’t be afraid to learn something old!”

[@Romans828girl]

Welcome to the family, Laurie!

[@TheHoneystead]

💛💛💛

[@grannypeacock]

Thank you so much for your fire cider videos. I made some just to see what the fuss was about. After I took it the first time my breathing felt better. I had trouble breathing for a year after getting covid. I'm so glad you helped me become healthy again

[@levanaspencer9599]

Thank you for sharing ❤ I make fire cider for many years and each jar looks so pretty with all the goodness.

[@virginiabur2653]

My daughter and I made our first batch of FC on 12/26. Planning to press & bottle next weekend. Thanks always for your inspiration ☺

[@TheHoneystead]

That’s exciting

[@chelinfusco6403]

Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty, *make a mess*, and learn something old. 😘

[@dancnluc1]

I need to make some. This weather has been so strange this year

[@meaghanradd]

If you are pouring from a container without a spout something that helps is if you hold a chopstick or something similar to the edge of the side you are pouring from! Then the liquid will want to run down the chopstick instead of the side of the jar or bowl, so you can control where it goes

[@TheHoneystead]

Genius🙌🙌

[@kevindice1092]

One of my biggest frustrations of covid was remembering after having a bad bout with it (high fevers, intense aches, etc.) that I had tincture boneset the summer before and completely forgot to use it! Perhaps I need to tincture a memory booster…

[@TheHoneystead]

I Love Lions Mane!!!

[@chelinfusco6403]

@@TheHoneystead Lions Mane, is that a mushroom or a lichen? I need to look it up. OK, I looked it up and I have not seen anything like it here in the South. Interesting.

[@chelinfusco6403]

Do you use the boneset tincture for the high fever? I have boneset... um... I will make some tincture.

[@TheMichi2377]

I used my reishi tincture when I was down with the sickness. Whew!! Worked for me. 💪

[@JaniceCrowell]

I identify

[@sharonkolp6149]

I love my firecider ! Made 4 half gallons & giving it as gifts to family & friends. Thank you for sharing !

[@MorePranaGardens]

Hahahaha. Fire cider, then coffee, then teeth. I also keep my fire cider next to the coffee so I'll remember. The other night I mixed some with olive oil and had it on pasta with mushrooms and onions. Mmmmmmm

[@dag118]

I have never had fire cider go bad, I think it is the fact that you added honey. After you finish the fire cider, dehydrate solids and grind to use as a spice

[@debbieschaffner2581]

Love fire cider! I found out 😅n Hawaii that there are three tutors of ginger; blue, orange, and yellow, blue being the strongest medicinally.

[@rebeccahenkins1697]

The color on that is incredible! I made one once with pomegranate and it was almost delicious! But never made with citrus or turmeric before. Well I am in a new place and on my own so I need to get another batch going! Thanks for sharing!!

[@randomcole619]

One tip, it’s a bit harder with a big bowl/pot, but to keep the liquid from running all over the place, get a rod of some sort, long spatula, (any sort of utensil that you can pour down) and press it to the edge of the bowl as you pour, it makes for a cleaner pour and the fluid follows the line of the utensil, if you didn’t know that, hope it can help🤗

[@kathyhathaway8823]

I was getting ready to say before you said about adding the honey “ it sounds like it will burn the hair out of your nose “ so it should like it will clear a head cold . LoL . THANKS

[@rooteddinfaithjourney]

I am really getting started in Raw honey Ferments with turmeric..ginger and Lemon and started again the honey Garlic..the firecider ends up too strong and hurts my throat and tummy I know I can dilute it..but really liking this

[@trixieknits]

My kids and I just made seven new jars with differing ingredients. So far it’s been a week and I’m liking what I’m tasting. The ones with hibiscus and pomegranate and elderberries is delicious. Also has the onions and usual other ingredients minus the horseradish. Lol

[@michaelavillafana157]

Don't feel bad, I cannot pour from those glass pans without spilling either. ❤️

[@lindajones4720]

Hello! I am so happy to have come across your channel! I tried the Fire cider, only I didn't have tumeric and horseradish. I am delighted to have the results you have spoken about!

[@sandygoodson1344]

Ok lady, I've searched and searched I can't find a teapot like the one you and your mom have, where in the world did yall find yours???? Lol

[@jkq9717]

I loved seeing your reaction to drinking it. hahaha I do the same thing...can't help reacting to it. I have to use a chaser actually 😮

[@TheHoneystead]

Lol

[@Androshi]

you look so much like "MARY SIBLEY " from the tv show SALEM .

[@hollyhock3945]

I made some after watching your video how to make it. Told my husband it was about time to strain it. Thanks for the info on dosing. Do you refrigerate it after straining? I didn't catch that if you said. 😊

[@belieftransformation]

Great tutorial & I hope your mom & you are healthy! I’ve made the Firecider a few times but never thought of adding citrus because it’s harder to get organic produce in my part of Alberta, Canada. Do you think dried elderberries are safe to add without cooking them first? Blessings to your family 🤗💜🇨🇦

[@malyndarome2168]

Don’t add blue butterfly pea. It turns black!!!! 😂

[@ValdirSilva-sz1ms]

*É GAROTA É FORTE 😃🆚*

[@mistymountain1967]

thank you so much. i tried to use the link passed to me to get info for hands on training but it did not work for me.

[@sharonkolp6149]

Sorry, I want to ask if it would be OK to add some of the medicinal herbs into my firecider ? I did use rosemary, oregano, & curly parsley in my 1st batch.

[@ChickenladySD]

Have you shown what to do with the pine needles and oil you put together a while ago? I made it then too, but I don’t know what to do now. :)

[@pegasus3970]

I put mine in the fridge after straining it. How long will it keep when refrigerated?

[@TheHoneystead]

I think it will keep for a year, but I have a feeling it will be gone in 6 months with all my people using it!

[@randomcole619]

I actually made some of this a couple of months ago and have yet to strain it, I thought you mentioned needing to ‘burp’ it, but mine doesn’t seem to need it, did I do it wrong or am I wrong in thinking it does ferment?

[@katiebee6216]

I need to make some of this up. A bit leery of the spicy stuff on two older tummies that no longer like spicy. Both hubby & I are recovery after a bout with a bug now. 😢

[@rosa632]

Hi Kaylee, do you add honey and then place the cider in the jar? Would it keep longer in the fridge, after adding the honey? I have a couple of batches that I will be processing soon. I was curious.

[@TheHoneystead]

I keep it separate and add as I go! I think it does last longer in the fridge!

[@rosa632]

@@TheHoneystead, Thanks for sharing. 💛

[@lisawatson3467]

Where do you order your amber bottles from? I have mine I need to strain in a few days.

[@suekwisses3853]

Q: do you sterilize your big brown bottles or do they come sterilized.?? If not how do you sterilize them?

[@TheHoneystead]

I do in the dishwasher:)

[@suekwisses3853]

@@TheHoneystead thank you

[@wendyswann7032]

How did your firecider pills good I'm thinking about doing them

[@aplatt1212]

I put apples in one and it fermented and turned to alcohol. Wouldn't this make it more potent?

[@jobepray0124]

What is the name of the train that you get the yellow duck route from

[@andrewhammill6148]

Have you ever tried running the leftover product through a juicer or a tomato strainer? Just wondering if you could get more out of it that way.

[@TheHoneystead]

That is a really good idea!!! I don’t have a juicer, but I did just order a tomato strainer! I’ll give that a try!

[@andrewhammill6148]

@@TheHoneystead What's funny about this, is I just ordered a tomato strainer yesterday to finish up the tomatoes I harvested that are still in my freezer - LOL. And I don't own a juicer either - HAHA.

[@Barosunflower]

Good morning What happened to the capsules you made of freeze dried fire cider? Did you feel they worked?

[@TheHoneystead]

I still have them!! I saved some of the powder for seasoning! They do help for sure!

[@Barosunflower]

@@TheHoneystead thanks What kinds of food do you put it on ?

[@wiremanibew]

I have fire. cider that is 4 yrs old , and still works. I use a little different recipe than you do.

[@TheHoneystead]

See I’m not sure what the heck happened to my last bottle lol! I think it got too hot!

[@BellaItalian8982]

Where did you buy the amber bottles from?

[@drkwilliams1131]

I have “thyroid” issues, and was told horseradish wasn’t good for me. Is that true? If so, what can I use instead?

[@graceful-shakti9019]

I would just put it in my salads.

[@brandyantonelli5423]

I keep mine in the refrigerator with the honey already added. Is that ok or does it need to be room temp?

[@alanbiesemeier6930]

Yeah...I'll bet it has a "Twang" to it alright. 😯😯

[@gardengatesopen]

I've got a question regarding how to make a duel extraction with Lions Mane mushrooms. Anyone who has ANY info or advice on this I welcome with open arms! I suddenly find myself with a large amount fresh Lions Mane!! (almost 3 pounds!!!) Such a problem to have!! I've also I've never made a dual extraction before. In my research I've heard people say it doesn't matter which extraction you make first, the water based, or the alcohol based. However, I noticed that each person then decides to dry the mushroom, and do the alcohol based extraction first. My big question is why don't more people do the water extraction first? Here's my thought process: The fresh mushroom already has a lot of water in it, so it just seems logical to me to skip the drying process, and make the water extraction first. Yet, I don't see anyone doing this... Am I missing some information as to why the alcohol tincture is made first instead of the water version?

[@TheHoneystead]

I’ve been taught both ways. However there is evidence that water based first then alcohol offers greater medicinal properties. Look up Christopher Hobbs book in my herbalism books link in the description. I went to his lecture and he said water first, but he did say that if it’s in alcohol then it will be ok. I mainly started with alcohol until he educated me on this topic!

[@gardengatesopen]

@The Honeystead AWESOME! That's just what I was thinking... Why NOT take advantage of the mushroom's already watery nature first?! Thank for the input, I will look into that book.

[@davidconant9260]

Super Powers

[@Sweetpixels01]

I hope your mom is well, how would mustard seed be as an additive to fire cider? It's a messy job just go with it, it's ok!

[@TheHoneystead]

Awww thank you! She is well 💛

[@kimr4005]

Would it work without any nightshade?

[@wiolettamalanowska9071]

What did you pour into jars with vegetables and an orange? I am from Poland. Regards.

[@TheHoneystead]

Apple cider vinegar:)

[@hmartin751]

Girl you're awesome. You have inspired me making my own tinctures now..hoping I can start a channel and sell.some. this is my passion along with Reiki and all that stuff . Tired of working 40hours a week doing something I hate. Thank you. Also I live in Maine do you have any experience with chaga?

[@TheHoneystead]

🙌🙌🙌

[@TheHoneystead]

Oh I recently shared a video about making Chaga tea! It’s amazing!

[@hmartin751]

@@TheHoneystead hahahahaha I am watching now. Thank you

[@kristypitchford6529]

I've followed your recipe and we're on a second round of two 1/2 gallon batches. I actually really like it. The smell reminds me of relish lol I do like it more with honey but It's just a little spicier without it. 😁 PS my hubby who's skeptical of it actually ASKED ME to give him some and took it daily till he felt better. 😊

[@TheHoneystead]

🙌🙌🙌 yeah that evening I started to feel better as well!!!

[@TheHoneystead]

Ps- that’s awesome!

[@lwallace3842]

I want to learn

[@YaoiCifer1]

Is pasta healthy?🫣

[@debbietodd8547]

But I would like to KNOW why not to brush your teeth first?? That is the first thing I do in the morning😉

[@brianhina8538]

Funny, Spilling is a man thing. Believe me My wife always makes me keep spillage a small thing.

[@jobepray0124]

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[@zeyadsabti5484]

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