Elderberry

Sambucus nigra

Origin: Europe

Also known as Black Elder

Elder berries are a good general blood purifier and have been used as an effective immune system stimulant. Compared with other fruit, elderberry is a very rich source of anthocyanins (approximately 80% of the polyphenol content). These polyphenols are the principals that essentially contribute to the high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capacities and the health benefits of elderberry fruit extract. These health effects include attenuation of cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and inflammatory disorders. Elder berry is most commonly used in the first stages of colds and flus to inhibit virus reproduction in cells.

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