The Health Benefits of Violets and How to Make a Violet Oxymel
Violets are not only beautiful flowers but also have numerous nutritional benefits. They are high in vitamin C and A, making them a nutritive tonic that can help boost the immune system [1]. Additionally, violets are high in antioxidant anthocyanins and rutin, which can support heart health by strengthening and increasing flexibility in blood vessels [2]. Being high in mucilage, both violet leaves and flowers are moistening and soothing, making them effective in treating colds, influenza, sore throats, and dry coughs [3]. Therefore, incorporating violets into one’s diet can contribute to better overall health and well-being.
Violets also possess medicinal properties that can help improve one’s health. The flowers and leaves of violets have a relaxing effect that can calm deranged nerves [4]. Violets are also known for their cooling and mucilaginous qualities, which can help soothe and heal various ailments [5]. Beyond culinary uses, violets have a historical reputation for being expectorant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and alterative [6]. Therefore, incorporating violets into one’s health regimen can provide numerous health benefits.
One way to enjoy the benefits of violets is by making a violet oxymel. An oxymel is a combination of vinegar and honey that has been used for centuries as a medicinal remedy. To make a violet oxymel, one would need to gather 1 cup of violet flowers, 1 cup of apple cider vinegar or champagne vinegar, and 1/4 to 1 cup of honey (to taste) [6]. The violet flowers are added to the vinegar and allowed to steep for several weeks before being strained. Then, honey is added to the mixture, creating a sweet and tangy syrup that can be used in various ways [6][7]. This violet oxymel can be taken by the spoonful to soothe a sore throat or dry cough or used in cakes and frostings for added flavor and health benefits [3][2].
References
- Violet Simple Syrup & The Heart-Strengthening Medicine …. from www.milkandhoneyherbs.com
- Wildcrafting Edible Violets. from www.herbalremediesadvice.org
- How to Make Violet Syrup & Violet Health Benefits. from learningherbs.com/remedies-recipes/violet-syrup/
- The Virtues of Violets: Health Benefits of Violets. from theherbalacademy.com/health-benefits-of-violets/
- Spring Magic With Violets – Syrup, Vinegar and Oxymel …. 2023, from www.wellnessandwoods.com/post/spring-magic-with-violets
- Learn to make a violet oxymel with springtime flowers. from blog.indieherbalist.com/violet-oxymel-recipe/
- Violet Oxymel Recipe. from www.bluejaybotanicals.com/post/violet-oxymel-recipe