Elderflower – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Elderflowers Elderflower juice (“socată”) is a very popular traditional fermented beverage made in spring. Elderflower tea is used for colds, fever, and as a diaphoretic, induce sweating and reduce fever. Elderberry syrup is widely...

Traditional Nettle Purée

 Here is how to prepare nettle purée at home: First, young nettle leaves are carefully collected, preferably using gloves to avoid stings. The leaves are then thoroughly washed. Next, the nettles are briefly boiled in salted water for a few minutes until they...

Nettle – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Very important in Romanian spring cuisine: nettle purée (“piure de urzici”) is a traditional seasonal dish. Used as a spring detoxifying remedy and for treating anemia due to its iron content. Nettle tea is used as a diuretic and for...