02/21/2026
Springtime is right around the corner. It’s almost time to gather pine tips. The fresh new growth is lemony, tender, and absolutely delicious. Perfect for snacking!
Last spring I collected these tips and covered them in raw honey. They’ve been infusing all year… and now, right on time, I’m reaching for this natural medicine for a head cold. God’s timing is always perfect.
Pine needles and spruce tips offer impressive health benefits for the immune, respiratory and urinary systems, thanks to their rich and unique phytonutrient and antioxidant content. Depending on the region they come from, nutrients present in these superfoods can include:
• Vitamins A, C & E
• Minerals like magnesium & phosphorus
• Amino acids (including arginine)
• Shikimic acid
• Stilbenes (resveratrol family compounds)
• Flavonoids like quercetin & catechin
• Terpenes such as alpha-pinene, beta-pinene & limonene
Simple. Potent. Time-tested.