Blueberry Fire Cider (4oz)

Fire Cider is a time-honored natural remedy, blending Apple Cider Vinegar with a medley of spicy, pungent herbs. These herbs bring more than just flavor; they're antimicrobial, helping to physically expel bacteria and viruses from your system while also kick-starting your digestive processes. Our Blueberry Fire Cider offers a delightful twist, combining sweetness, tanginess, and a touch of spice for a taste that's both refreshing and invigorating. It's fantastic in sparkling water or as an enhancer for bone broths. The health benefits are impressive: the antimicrobial properties can bolster your immune system, potentially warding off colds and flus, the vinegar aids in maintaining your body's pH balance, and the spicy herbs increase circulation, warming you up and promoting better digestive health, ensuring your system works efficiently. Read details on the ingredients below to learn how this is the SUPERHERO of natural remedies! 

P.S, we take a spoonful daily in our household to optimize our health and think daily use is the best way to take fire cider.

• All these ingredients are typically chopped, grated, or minced and then steeped in apple cider vinegar for about 4 weeks. The mixture is often shaken daily to ensure all flavors and properties are well infused.
• After steeping, the mixture is strained, and some versions might include honey for sweetness or to act as a preservative.
• That's it! That's fire cider.

• Immune Support: Many use fire cider as an immune booster, especially during cold and flu season.
• Digestive Aid: The spices can stimulate digestion.
• Circulation: The heat from peppers can increase blood flow.
• General Wellness: As a tonic to promote overall health or as a daily health supplement.

• It can be taken by the spoonful, mixed into water or juice, or used in cooking (like in dressings or marinades). Some people take it daily as a preventative measure, while others might use it when they feel the onset of illness.

• Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV): ACV acts as an effective medium to extract and preserve the beneficial compounds from other ingredients like herbs, spices, and roots due to its acetic acid content. ACV can help stimulate digestive enzyme production, which might aid in digestion, reduce bloating, and help with acid reflux when used appropriately. It's also known for its potential to promote healthy gut bacteria. Some studies suggest that ACV might help in managing blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity, which could be beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes or those at risk. Despite being acidic, ACV, once metabolized, can have an alkalizing effect on the body, which might help in balancing the body's pH levels, although this is somewhat controversial.
• Horseradish Root: Horseradish in fire cider is valued for its sinus-clearing properties, helping to alleviate congestion. It contains allyl isothiocyanate, which offers antibacterial and antifungal effects, potentially aiding in fighting infections. Its anti-inflammatory compounds like sinigrin can reduce inflammation, supporting conditions like arthritis. Horseradish stimulates digestive juices, enhancing digestion, and its glucosinolates may contribute to cancer prevention.
• Ginger: Ginger contains gingerol, which has potent anti-inflammatory effects. This can help in reducing inflammation related to osteoarthritis, muscle pain, or swelling. It can improve blood circulation, which not only helps with warmth but also in delivering nutrients throughout the body more efficiently. It's rich in antioxidants like gingerol, shogaol, and zingerone, which fight oxidative stress and might reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Garlic: Garlic significantly enhances the health benefits of fire cider due to its potent antimicrobial properties, which help in fighting off colds and flu. It contains allicin, a compound that not only boosts the immune system but also has anti-inflammatory effects, aiding in reducing congestion and soothing sore throats. Additionally, garlic adds to the circulatory benefits of fire cider, promoting better blood flow and heart health. Its strong flavor also complements other ingredients in fire cider, enhancing both taste and efficacy. Overall, garlic's inclusion in fire cider contributes to a more robust remedy for various ailments, from digestive issues to respiratory infections
• Onion: Onions add a significant layer of health benefits to fire cider thanks to their rich content of antioxidants like quercetin, which supports immune health by combating oxidative stress. They also possess antibacterial properties that work synergistically with other ingredients to strengthen the cider's ability to fight infections. Onions contribute to better respiratory health by helping to clear congestion and reduce inflammation in the airways. Moreover, they add depth to the flavor profile of fire cider, making it more palatable while enhancing its medicinal qualities. Finally, onions are known for their potential to regulate blood sugar levels, adding another health advantage to the concoction.
• Blueberries: Blueberries, though not a traditional ingredient in fire cider, can significantly enhance its health benefits with their high antioxidant content, particularly anthocyanins, which fight oxidative stress and boost immunity. They also bring anti-inflammatory properties that can work alongside other fire cider components like ginger to reduce inflammation. Additionally, blueberries enrich the cider with vitamins C and K, fiber, and manganese, supporting immune and digestive health. Their sweet-tart flavor could balance the strong, spicy taste of traditional fire cider, potentially making it more palatable.
• Rosemary: Rosemary is rich in antioxidants like rosmarinic acid, which help combat oxidative stress in the body. These antioxidants can boost the immune system, aligning with fire cider's purpose of enhancing health and fighting off illness. Rosemary is known to stimulate blood circulation. Including it in fire cider can aid in better nutrient and oxygen distribution throughout the body, potentially speeding up recovery from ailments. Rosemary can stimulate digestion, which complements the digestive benefits some attribute to fire cider, helping with conditions like bloating or indigestion.
• Cayenne Pepper or Hot Peppers: Hot peppers are rich in capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat. Capsaicin has numerous health benefits, including pain relief, as it can act as a natural analgesic by depleting substance P, a neurotransmitter that carries pain messages to the brain. Hot peppers stimulate digestion by increasing hydrochloric acid production in the stomach, which can aid in digestion and reduce issues like gas or indigestion, complementing other digestive benefits from ingredients like ginger in fire cider.
• Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound. This can significantly enhance fire cider's ability to combat inflammation, which is beneficial for reducing symptoms associated with colds, flu, or general body aches. Turmeric has natural antimicrobial capabilities which, when combined with other antimicrobial ingredients in fire cider, can create a stronger defense against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Turmeric aids digestion by stimulating bile production, which helps in fat digestion. It also has a soothing effect on the gut, which can be beneficial for digestive issues sometimes accompanying illnesses. Citrus fruits are renowned for their high Vitamin C content, which is vital for immune support. Vitamin C helps in the production of white blood cells, which are key in fighting infections, making citrus an excellent addition to bolster fire cider's immune-enhancing properties, like black pepper (which contains piperine, known to increase curcumin bioavailability), creating a synergistic health effect.
• Citrus (like lemon or orange): Citrus fruits are renowned for their high Vitamin C content, which is vital for immune support. Vitamin C helps in the production of white blood cells, which are key in fighting infections, making citrus an excellent addition to bolster fire cider's immune-enhancing properties. Citrus fruits are rich in bioflavonoids, which not only work synergistically with Vitamin C to support immune health but also have anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects. This can contribute to reducing symptoms like congestion or sore throat

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Ingredients: Made with wildcrafted, organic or homegrown: Apple Cider Vinegar, Blueberries, Rosemary, Garlic, Onion, Ginger, Hot Peppers, Horseradish Root and Local Raw Honey.

This product comes in a 4oz glass bottle.

About the brand: Wild Women Herbs is a small family business that specializes in bioregional plant-based wellness, natural self-care and wildcrafting education. We believe that everybody has the inherent ability to care for themselves through the seasonal magic mother nature offers and our passion is sharing these gifts through our bioregional herbal offerings and wildcrafting workshops. We make all of our offerings in small batches and utilize pure, all natural ingredients that are ethically sourced, locally wildcrafted or personally homegrown.

Based in: Oakville, Washington