According to Maria Treben, The Romans were so convinced of Speedwell’s value: it crept into social prose with friends and aquaintances using the herb in a complimentary capacity: ‘he had as many good qualities as Speedwell’.
The tiny yet beautiful azure blue flowers can be seen from May to August and are a phenomenal powerhouse that hold the ability to treat a variety of ailments.
Speedwell can be used for these ailments and diseases
abscesses
acne
after itching
asthma
bladder stone
boil
bronchitis
colds
coughs
cystitis
diarrhoea
eczema
fatigue
gout
headache
hoarseness
indigestion
itching
liver weakness
kidney problem
loss of appetite
menstrual disorders
overweight
rheumatism
skin problems
sore throat
stimulating metabolism
stomach weakness
Next time you see Speedwell, please think twice before poisoning or purging it from your lawn!
Soon this little power house, which has been infused with my ACV will be added to the Vixen Range.
In this book, she frequently mentions Honey a healing remedy for dogs.
So, I took to my stove. I poured 2/3rds of Vixen’s Raspberry and Blackcurrant Apple Cider Vinegar, (Already packed with Vitamin C) heated it gently and added 1/3rd of Manuka Honey (Make sure you use a quality, or Local honey, it does not have to be Manuka, but for Viral infections I find it is best). Heat gently without boiling.
For Rollo I added some fresh Thyme and Rosemary and carried on stirring for 5-10 minutes until the honey had dissolved, after which I strained off the herbs. Bottle and keep in a dark, cool place. This cough tonic will keep for up to a year as honey is a natural preservative as is Apple Cider Vinegar. For Rollo, its only been 24 hours, but he seems to be coughing much less, and appears brighter in his face.
Oxymel – from the Latin oxymeli meaning ‘acid & honey’ is an ancient Greek drink made from herbs, vinegar and honey. Traditionally an Oxymel recipe would be used to administer beneficial herbs that might not be so pleasant to take on their own. Different herbs can be used for personal taste or to meet your health needs – rosemary is energising, thyme and Oregano would be beneficial for upper respiratory infections and elderflowers help support the immune system. To find out more about Oxymels click here:
Dr. D. C. Jarvis authored a bestselling book in 1958 called Folk Medicine
in which he touted honey and apple cider vinegar as a panacea or cure-all. He used this ancient Oxymel preparation to treat arthritis, gout, high cholesterol, as a metabolic stimulant to promote weight loss, and for longevity and life extension.
If in doubt, consult a licensed health care professional before embarking on any kind of therapy.
