Immune Support for Cold and Flu Season: Our Turmeric Mushroom Broth
by Bon Sip
As the days get shorter and colder, colds and flu start making their way through homes, offices and schools. This is the time of year to give your body extra support. That's exactly why we made our Turmeric Mushroom Vegan Broth: its purpose is your immune system.
We made it vegan on purpose, so it doesn't matter whether you're vegan or love animal protein. Everyone at the table can have it.
The mushrooms
We simmer seven organic mushrooms into every batch, including three that have been revered for centuries:
- Reishi: known in traditional Chinese herbalism as the "mushroom of immortality," traditionally used for immunity, longevity and calm
- Chaga: a deep, earthy mushroom that grows on birch trees in cold northern forests, traditionally used for immune support and rich in antioxidants
- Maitake: sometimes called "hen of the woods," traditionally used to support the immune system
Shiitake, oyster, porcini and white mushrooms add their own goodness and give the broth its deep, savoury flavour.
The herbs
- Echinacea: one of the best-known herbs for immune support
- Turmeric and ginger: warming golden roots, traditionally used to calm inflammation
- Holy basil (tulsi) and schisandra: adaptogens, traditionally used to help the body handle stress, which affects immunity more than we often realize
- Nettle: a mineral-rich herb traditionally used for nourishment
- Lemongrass: bright and aromatic, traditionally used to support digestion
How to use it this season
- A daily cup through the colder months, as part of your routine rather than only when you feel unwell.
- At the first sign of feeling run down, sip it warm with a squeeze of lemon and a slice of fresh ginger.
- Add black pepper. A crack of pepper is a traditional partner to turmeric.
- Make it a meal. Use it as a base for vegan soups, ramen or our Mushroom Risotto.
- Look after the basics. Rest, sleep, fresh air and warm, nourishing food are the foundation of a strong immune system.
Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, slow-simmered and made without gums, preservatives, powders or fillers. This is a broth made to protect the people you love.