Prevention is better than cure

My immune system has always been on the weak side. I absolutely dread winter. I probably get the same number of colds as the average person but one thing I get which is decidedly odd for a 24 year old is aching joints and rheumatism! It really slows me down.
The last six years I have suffered from on going fatigue which was no fun for someone in their early 20's but thankfully since last autumn I have started improving which has made me *so* happy.
Last winter I came across the recipe to an immune strengthening drink which I drank faithfully every day for most of winter. I also took 1-2 cloves of garlic chopped and swallowed like pills every morning. (needless to say I discovered the need to carry mints around with me!)
I only got one cold (before I started the drink) and I was able to fly back home alone - a 22 hour trip one way- and enjoy a 2 and a half week holiday without getting overly fatigued at all! whoopee!

Even though autumn has only just begun I might start taking this drink and the garlic again.... prevention is better than cure, right?

Cold and Flu Prevention

30 cloves of garlic (peeled) and roughly chopped (chopping, mincing is important. It has limited health benefits eaten whole)

5 whole lemons (cut into big chunks with rind)

1 small piece of fresh ginger (add more if you like it spicy!)

Cover with 1 lt of water and bring to the boil. As soon as it bubbles,
turn off the heat and let it cool down without removing the lid.
Strain through a sieve into a bottle and keep in the fridge


Since I have a small fridge and don't have room for a large container I usually make small batches every 2 days. The above is only a guide. Adjust to taste!