If you are looking to build your immune system in a healthy fun way, I have the recipe for you — Elderberry Tamarind Gummies! Tamarind is a naturally sour but sweet fruit which makes for a great gummy. And, Elderberries are great for an immunity health. Put them together and you have a delicious gummy to keep you balanced.
Elderberry Health Benefits
Elderberries are known for their ability to improve memory and boost brain function. They also contain powerful antioxidants that can fight free radicals.
What else does elderberry extract offer?
The berries of the European elder tree (Sambucus nigra) have been consumed since ancient times for their medicinal properties. In modern times, they have become a popular ingredient in herbal remedies. The most common use is as an anti-inflammatory agent. It has been used to treat arthritis, gout, and other inflammatory conditions.
A study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found elderberries contain theyanidin 3-glucoside compound. This compound when isolated from black elderberry juice may help protect against Parkinson’s disease. By protecting neurons from toxins produced from abnormal proteins associated with this degenerative disorder.
Elderberry Boost Immune Health
In addition to being a natural remedy for inflammation, elderberry has other benefits. It also helps boost your immune system. This berry contains high levels of vitamin C. This helps keep you healthy by fighting off cold viruses and bacteria. Vitamin C also boosts immunity by helping white blood cells produce antibodies. Antibodies are part of the body’s first line of defense against infections.
Natural Sour Gummies Ingredients
To make this recipe you are going to need some simple ingredients:
- Dried Elderberry
- Tamarind
- Agave
- Agar Agar
What You Need From Amazon:
You are going to need a mold for your gummies and Agar Agar, and you can find them both, here.
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Elderberry Tamarind Gummies Recipe
Elderberry Tamarind Gummies | Naturally Sour Gummy Recipe
Ingredients
- 4-5 Tamarinds
- 1/4 cup Dried Elderberries
- 2 cups Spring Water
- 1/4 cup Agave
- 1/2 Lemon as needed
- 3 tbsp Agar Agar
Instructions
- Boil Tamarind in water
- Add Elderberry to let steep
- Strain mixer
- Put back on the stove and slowly mix in Agar Agar. (Mix in the amount Agar Agar for your desired firmness)
- Place in the refrigerator for about 2 hours until gummies are set
- Store in a cool place, and enjoy!
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