How to Fight a COLD using HERBS

Herbs By The Homestead Challenge

Prepare now so you are ready to go at the first symptoms of an oncoming cold.

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take elderberry syrup

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CLEAN YOUR SURFACES

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HAVE BROTH ON HAND

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MAKE COLD AND FLU TEA

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MAKE SOME TEA

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MAKE LIP BALM

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How to Fight a COLD using HERBS

Prepare now so you are ready to go at the first symptoms of an oncoming cold.

this is not medical advice. just things I use in my own home and love.

take elderberry syrup

Elderberry works best in advance, so if you are gearing up for back-to-school, travel, or any event, start taking your syrup now.

CLEAN YOUR SURFACES

HAVE BROTH ON HAND

MAKE COLD AND FLU TEA

MAKE SOME TEA

MAKE LIP BALM

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