I’d add elderberry to that list. It’s available in many forms, including syrups, gummies, even wine. Home-made or store-bought, both are effective.
Elderberries contain a compound that interferes with a virus’ ability to enter new cells. This prevents it from replicating, and makes it easier for the immune system to respond. It can be taken daily as a preventative, or several times a day after symptoms start to show.
Elderberry pie is one of my summertime favorites.
Do you make an elixir of berries, or of the leaves ?
Does baking affect the medicinal properties ?
Around here, harvest is in mid-late August, and you have to fight the birds off !