FruitElderberry
Some preliminary research suggests elderberry may relieve symptoms of flu, colds, or other upper respiratory infections, but larger studies are needed.
Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
73Calories
0.7gProtein
18gCarbs
0.5gFat
7gFiber
0gSugar
Benefits
- Antioxidant
- anti-inflammatory
- immune support
- potential antiviral properties
- traditionally used for cold and flu symptoms
Key compounds
Anthocyaninsflavonoids (rutinquercetinisoquercitrin)phenolic acids (chlorogenic acid)vitamin C
May help with
- Traditionally used to treat colds
- flu
- upper respiratory infections
- inflammation
- and constipation.
Best for these goals
Antioxidantanti-inflammatoryimmune supportpotential antiviral propertiestraditionally used for cold and flu symptoms
How to use it
Syrup, gummies, tablets, tea, jam, juice
Evidence level
Moderate
Cautions & interactions
Raw or unripe berries, leaves, and stems contain toxic cyanogenic glycosides and must be cooked; avoid during pregnancy or lactation due to insufficient safety data. | Interactions: May interact with laxatives; use caution with immunosuppressants or if taking medications for diabetes or autoimmune diseases.
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