More evidence that low-calorie sweeteners are bad for your health
Studies show that artificial sweeteners can raise the risk of hypertension, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, including stroke.
Elderflowers are out now and they are one of the quintessential tastes of early summer.
They are easy to forage (but remember to take only what you need and never all from one tree), and this cordial is great on its own or as a mixer in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic summer drinks.
Ingredients
Method
1 Boil water, add sugar and lemon, remove from heat until the sugar dissolves.
2 Bring to the boil again, add flowers and citric acid. Heat up to boil again, then stand until cool.
3 Strain through a muslin cloth and store the liquid in airtight bottles.
Serve diluted to taste. Keeps 3 months when stored in a cool place.
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