Fire Cider Recipe

Oxymel; a medicinal beverage.

Did you know Fire Cider's base was inspired by Ancient Healers? Hippocrates prescribed an oxymel to his patients. An oxymel consists of apple cider vinegar and honey. Fire Cider contains herbs and spices that may have anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-microbial properties, not to mention a top tier choice to stimulate the circulatory system, but the base remains the same.

As the temperatures drop, and the sun moves closer to the southern hemisphere our immune systems can use a little extra kick. That's where Fire Cider comes in – a spicy, tangy, and invigorating tonic that's been gaining popularity for its vast array health benefits.

What is Fire Cider?

Fire Cider is a traditional herbal remedy made from a blend of ingredients, typically including: Apple cider vinegar, onions, garlic, ginger, horseradish, jalapeno peppers, and turmeric. There are many different versions of Fire Cider, but this is the standard ingredients for Fire Cider.

Potential Benefits of Fire Cider

Immune System Boost

Fire Cider's potent ingredients contain medicinal constituents such as polyphenols, and flavonoids that stimulate the immune system, which may increase the immune system's ability to fight off infections.

Anti-Inflammatory Properties

Research suggests that the ingredients in fire cider turmeric, ginger, and garlic may reduce inflammation. For instance, garlic contains diallyl disulfide an anti-inflammatory compound that may limit the effects of pro-inflammatory cytokines. According to this study, Diallyl disulfide (DADS), a major bioactive component of garlic, has several beneficial biological functions, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, cardiovascular protective, neuroprotective, and anticancer activities.

Digestive Aid

Fire cider's ingredients support the digestive system. Garlic is considered a pre-biotic, meaning it will feed healthy bacteria in the gut microbiome. Horseradish may support diggestion by stimulating the glands in the mouth, stomach and intestines. This process produces important digestive enzymes we need in order to digest and absorb our food.

Cold and Flu

Research suggests Fire Cider's ingredients are anti-viral, and anti-microbial which may help nourish and support someone with physical manifestations of the flu.