Here is a great immune boosting recipe to prevent a cold from interrupting the festive season! If possible opt for fresh organic ingredients for maximum benefits.

Makes 5 x 50ml shots

2 tbsp chopped garlic

2 tbsp chopped onion

2 tbsp grated fresh ginger

2 tbsp grated horseradish root

2 tbsp chopped cayenne pepper (or any other chili)

350ml of raw apple cider vinegar

To Make:

1. Pile the garlic, onion, ginger, horseradish and pepper into a 350ml lidded sterilised jar. (to sterilize wash in hot soapy water, dry with clean cloth the place in 200C/Fan 180C oven for 10 mins.)
2. Fill the jar with raw apple cider vinegar, close the lid tightly and shake.
3. Store in a cool, dark place, shaking at least once a day for 10days – 2 weeks.
4. Filter the tonic through a clean piece of muslin, pour into a sterlised bottle. Take a 50ml shot three times a day (on an empty stomach) as soon as you feel the symptoms of a cold. It will keep at room temperature for up to 6 months.

Source: Recipe from Tonics & Teas by Rachel de Thample (Kyle Books).