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Recipe

Bilberry leaf syrup

Herb:
Bilberry Vaccinium myrtillus
Method:
Syrup
Plant part:
Leaf

About 45 minBeginnerRecipe science profile

Procedure

  1. Simmer 2–3 tsp dried leaf in 400 ml water for about 10 minutes, then strain.
  2. Stir in honey or sugar with gentle warming.
  3. Store refrigerated and dilute to taste — prepare berries separately from leaves.

Extraction

Herb:
proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
Solvent:
medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
Shelf life:
after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
Target compounds:
indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions

Notes

Not a substitute for medical care.

Why it works

Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.

Related

Bilberry — Herb card

Syrup — Processing method detail

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