Herb · Europe

Elderberry

Sambucus nigra

HerbEuropeHigh potency

Traditional Uses

Traditionally used during viral illnessImmune boosterAnti-inflammatoryAntioxidant

Traditionally used for

cold flu immune support respiratory cold and flu

Traditionally prepared as

Traditional use is 1 tbsp elderberry syrup 4x daily during illness or 1x daily preventively. Amounts and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.

Safety profile

Do not eat raw berries. Safe when cooked.

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