To start with, it's delicious!

I've made this syrup/cordial glycetract out of herbs and berries extracted in glycerol.

With these berries: Raspberry, Elderberries, Bilberries

And these herbs: Ashwagandha, Holy Basil, Siberian Ginseng & Pomegranate.

Did I mention it's delicious?

Add approx. 10-15 mls to a little water and drink.

The syrup is also ideal for making jelly, icy poles and even gummy bears (add gelatine).

This Calma Mama syrup is fine for children. But tell them it's Mummy's Medicine and don't share ...

It is not suitable for diabetics or while pregnant.

So now, a little about each of the herbs!

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) - this tonic adaptogen herb is calming and soothing, with mild sedative action. it is ideal for when you're feeling 'wired and tired' and supports convalescence. It is also helpful for anaemia and for supporting immune function.

Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) - also called Tulsi, this herbs is a strength-giving adaptogen and also has neuro-protective, antioxidant, nervine, immune modulating, anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective actions. Holy Basil is helpful for managing stress, helps with poor memory and mild anxiety; and is also good for your liver.

Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) - this adaptogen herbs supports your adaptation to stress also promotes immune function. it is helpful for times of physical, mental and emotional stress, and can help clear the weary sense of 'brain fog'.

Pomegranate (Punica granatrum bark, hull & seed) - I mostly included this one for its lovely taste. But it's excellent for a range of health challenges too. It's rich in anti-oxidants, Vitamin C and helps regulate blood sugar levels. It's great for the gut, eliminating intestinal worms and parasites and is gastro-protective too. Pomegranate is know to reduce heavy menstrual flow, and also has potent anti-microbial actions, so is helpful for addressing Candida, H. Pylori, Giardia and urinary tract infections.

Elderberry (Sambuccus nigra) - this dark berry, rich in anti-oxidants and Vitamin C like all dark red berries and fruit, also has antiviral, immune-enhancing qualities.

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) - this berry had vaso-protective, anti-oedema and anti-inflammatory actions along with the expected anti-oxidants. it's helpful for eye sight, brain health and capillary function & circulation too.