Ingredients Come First.

I have a passion for creating natural products from locally sourced ingredients. I want you to feel good knowing I have taken time and pride in selecting suppliers and carefully combined these ingredients into small batches to ensure the very best flavor.

When ingredients are chosen carefully and methodically, they can help heal our bodies. I know first hand and once I was able to put my ideas in motion, I've been able to develop a solid reputation with our local community. I wanted more to know the benefits of these ingredients.

One thing that makes my syrup special is the high content of Vitamin C. Vitamin C can treat common colds, lowers hypertension, decreases cataract risk, improves mood, boosts immunity, repairs wounds and manages diabetes.

-Emma

Elderberries

There are different types of elderberries. Redhead’s Syrup only uses Sambucus Nigra, this variety is widely grown in the Northern Hemisphere. It is also the darkest variety and rich in anthocyanins. Anthocyanin offer anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-cancer benefits, act as an antioxidant and will fight free radicals. Anthocyanins give food their rich color, the darker the fruit the higher the flavonoid. Due to all the health benefits scientist call Elderberries one of the best super brain foods.

Blueberries

Blueberries can help heart health, bone strength, skin health, blood pressure, diabetes management, cancer prevention, and mental health. One cup of blueberries provides a person recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.

Honey

Redhead’s Elderberry Syrup only uses local raw honey. Raw honey has nutrients that haven’t been filtered out through a pasteurization process. This means it’s healthier to consume and make it a valuable addition to your diet. Honey contains small amounts of potassium, calcium, niacin, riboflavin, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. Raw honey is an anti-inflammatory and helps to calm and soothe your immune system while keeping you balanced. Consuming raw honey increases exposure to pollens that trigger an immune response, and helps build up antibodies, resulting in less histamine release. Honey relieves irritated nerve endings in the throat and supports your immune system to fight off coughs and colds.

Turmeric

Turmeric is well-known as an anti-inflammatory powerhouse for a good reason. Its active ingredient, curcumin, has been linked to reduced symptoms of many inflammation-driven diseases, and could help minimize the swelling and irritation caused by allergic rhinitis.

Stinging Nettle

Redhead’s understands that many customers have different needs stinging nettle can help with
inflammation , osteoarthritis pain and gout . Stinging nettle’s leaves and root provide a wide
variety of nutrients, including Vitamins A, and K, as well as several B vitamins Minerals:
Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium.

Rosehips

Rosehips offer one of the highest levels of vitamin C. Rosehips are rich in antioxidants that can
help protect against cell damage from free radicals. They contain high levels of polyphenols and
vitamins A and E, all of which help strengthen and protect your immune system.

Ceylon Cinnamon

Ceylon cinnamon is what is considered the “true cinnamon” full of antioxidants, which help your body handle free radicals and lowers your risk of health conditions like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Ceylon cinnamon is also rich in the mineral manganese. This mineral helps your body manage the enzymes that produce hormones and help repair your bones.

Lemons

Redhead’s Syrup only uses fresh lemons, lemons are a natural energizer. It hydrates and oxygenates the body so it feels revitalized and refreshed. Lemon are a natural ph reducer which makes Redhead’s syrup naturally shelf stable.

Ginger

Ginger packs a powerful punch of vitamin C, magnesium and potassium, but it also provides multiple health benefits such as pain relief, improves blood sugar regulation, reduces nausea and helps lower cholesterol.

Cloves

Cloves are full of antioxidants. These compounds help your body to fight free radicals, which damage your cells and can lead to disease. By removing free radicals from your system, the antioxidants found in cloves can help reduce your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.

Oranges

Fresh oranges are a great addition to elderberry syrup. They offer your cells protection from damage Help your body to make collagen, a protein that heals wounds and gives you smoother skin. Oranges make it easier to absorb iron to fight anemia. Boosts your immune system, your body's defense against germs. Slows the advance of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. Oranges fight cancer-causing free radicals. When you're feeling anxious, vitamin C can also lower your levels of the stress hormone cortisol and your blood pressure.