Tincture of the Month: Berry Boost Glycerite

Tincture of the Month: Berry Boost Glycerite

Amanda Furbee

A fruity blend for strong immune systems. 

A delicious blend to keep your children well. The sweetness of Elderberry and Astragalus provides an excellent boost to the immune system. Vitamin C packed Hibiscus, Orange Peel and Rosehips make sipping on Berry Boost every kid’s favorite. Comforting Calendula, Fennel, Peppermint and Nettle Leaf bring an extra load of vitamins to the blend. And finally, Lemon Balm’s antiviral and calming properties give an added bonus.

Directions: When the adult dose is 2 droppersful (60 drops), the following is recommended for children:

Age -- Dosage 
Younger than 3 months -- 2 drops
3 to 6 months -- 3 drops
6 to 9 months -- 4 drops
9 to 12 months -- 5 drops
12 to 18 months -- 7 drops
18 to 24 months -- 8 drops
2 to 3 years -- 10 drops
3 to 4 years -- 12 drops
4 to 6 years -- 15 drops
6 to 9 years -- 24 drops
9 to 12 years -- 30 drops

Other ways to determine dosage:
Young's Rule - Add 12 to the child's age. Divide the child's age by this total. Example: dosage for a 4 year old: 4 divided by 16 (4+12) = .25, or 1/4 of the adult dosage.

Cowling's Rule - Divide the number of the child's next birthday by 24. Example: dosage for a child who is 3, turning 4 would be: 4 divided by 24 = .16, or 1/6 of the adult dosage.

Reference used: “Herbal Remedies for Children's Health” by Rosemary Gladstar

Ingredients: Elderberry, Fennel Seed, Peppermint, Hibiscus, Orange Peel, Rosehips, Calendula, Astragalus, Nettle Lf, Lemon balm. Apple Cider Vinegar, Distilled Water, Vegetable Glycerin. 

THS recommends that you consult with a qualified healthcare professional before using herbal products, particularly if you take other medications, or if you are nursing, pregnant, or expecting to become pregnant.  

This information is for education purposes, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.  This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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