Herbs “bitters” are nowadays popular with adults, and it’s no wonder why. They are a great way to support someone’s digestion. They were not only found to stimulate digestion, but they are a great way to increase the amount of prebiotics in someone’s diet and also to support a healthy intestinal function.
But it doesn’t matter how great bitternesses are, convincing children to take them is a struggle with which most parents are confronted. Fortunately there is a solution to this problem. This is not only a great solution for mum and dad because it gives their children to take their bitter, but it is also great for the child because it tastes so good.
Staff! My child does not take their bitters!
Most parents who jumped on the Bittersbandwagon happily take their dandelion root or Gentian tinctures before every meal. They drop exactly the right amount in a small cup of water, swarm it around and down it goes. Some parents are so used to the bitter taste that they spray the tincture directly into their mouths, swallow and swallow. Excited, they offer the same herbs to their children, so that they too can benefit from a healthy digestion, but their excitement is often confronted with something, well, less exciting. It looks more like disgust. Mama and Dad can do their best to explain to their child why he/she is to take advantage of, but it makes no sense. Most children do not do volunteer work to take the second dose.
The problem is that children do not like the taste of bitters
I think it is safe to say that children prefer sweet flavors on their plates and in their medicine instead of bitter. And is it a miracle? I also prefer sweet flavors over bitter. As an adult, however, I have the maturity to know that bitter flavors are good for my body, so I take them or I like the taste or not. Children are not in life on this point. When it comes to taking bitters to support a healthy digestive system, this is the bitter taste that activates this reaction in the body. While the taste buds in the tongue detect the bitter flavors of the herbs, signals are sent via the nervous system to the brain and then sent to the intestine that causes the digestion. Unfortunately, children will miss these great benefits if they miss these bitter tastes.
The secret is in the taste of the bitters
Mary Poppins hit the nail on the head when she sang: “Just a spoon of sugar helps the medicine to go down.” It really helps, but when it comes to the maximum from herb bitters, you need the bitter taste to get the job done. So how does a parent get his child on board with taking bitters? They mask the bitter taste with a tastier bitter such as pure chocolate.
Bitter chocolate syrup recipe
The answer of a parent to their “bitter” misery: pure chocolate (70% cocoa content) has a somewhat bitter taste in itself, but most children are more receptive to eating dark chocolate than to take a herbal bitter. If you are a parent who has had trouble having your children take their bitters, take a chance with this delicious recipe and transform the bitterness of Bitters in pleasure.
Ingredients:
Route description:
- Combine cocoa, honey and lemon together in Kom. Mix until well mixed.
- Tasting test to see if it needs a little extra from something. Add more honey for more sweetness or to dilute your syrup. Add more cocoa for more chocolate flavor or to thicken it.
- Bottle, label and storage.
To use:
Add 4-5 drops of digestive bitters to 1 teaspoon of chocolate syrup. Mix syrup with a small amount of milk to make chocolate milk, sprinkle over berries or eat the right of the spoon. Now you can say so long to “bitter” battles with your children. This “bitter” chocolate syrup is perhaps your new secret weapon to let children take their bitters.
Author Megan Visser is a registered nurse, a herb, a mother. It is deeply committed to raising children naturally. Visit her blog, grow up herbs to inspire and teach you how to take the lead about the health of your children naturally. You can do it. You don’t need letters behind your name.
Only for educational purposes. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent a disease or to sell a product.
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