Alterative and Tonic Syrup

Ingredients

• 2 handfuls Burdock Root
• 2 handfuls Yellow-dock Root
• 1 handful Yellow Barilla Root
• 1 handful Dogwood Bark (inner bark)
• 1 handful Poplar Bark (inner bark)
• 1 handful Elder Root
• 1 handful Ironweed Root
• 1 handful Spikenard Root (if lungs are affected)
• 1 handful Horehound Herb (if lungs are affected)
• a little Sassafras Root (for flavor)
• 2 gallons water
• 4 pounds Sugar

Directions

1. Combine Burdock, Yellow-dock, Yellow Barilla, Dogwood Bark, Poplar Bark, Elder Root, Ironweed Root, and Spikenard Root in a large pot.

2. Add 2 gallons of water and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat and simmer until the liquid reduces to about 2 quarts.

4. Strain the mixture and return the liquid to the pot.

5. Add 4 pounds of sugar and simmer slowly until the sugar dissolves and forms a syrup.

6. Store in a cool place and use as needed.