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Elderberry is not a popular food compared to other fruits and berries, it has enormous value in herbal medicine. It is probably the one and the only medicine that also tastes good.
Elderberries are thought to have almost three times the antioxidant quality of cranberries and blueberries. This is because it can relieve stress, fever, headaches, and joint and muscle pain.
How to take elderberries?
Both leaves and plants of elderberries contain compounds that we can use to cure health-related issues. The best way to consume elderberry is either as a syrup or juice which are easily available in the nearby ayurvedic dispensary.
Here are a few of the outstanding health benefits you can get from elderberry:-
Gives instant relief from cold and flu
Elderberry extract has been used from ancient times to treat cold, cough, and viral flu ( influenza ). It is clinically proven that elderberry extract can reduce the duration of flu symptoms by up to three days.
Relieve joint pain
Anyone with joint pain or conditions such as arthritis can relieve pain with elderberry. This fruit has content that helps in the management of oxidative stress and inflammation, which are the factors for joint pain.
Prevents cancer
Elderberry fruit contains some antioxidants that help in fighting and preventing the multiplication of cancer cells. In addition, elderberry juice also contains flavonoids that prevent cell damage in the human body.
Supports digestion
Eating elderberry juice can effectively improve digestion. Elderberry fruit can be used to treat haemorrhoids, diarrhoea, constipation, and other digestive disorders. This fruit can also be used to improve heart, kidney, eye health and treat urinary tract infections.
Rich in Vitamin C
Elderberry syrup is very rich in vitamins A and C and bioflavonoids and can be taken as a preventive measure against the common cold.
Warning: Pregnant women should consult their doctor as there is no strong evidence whether elderberries are safe for them or not.
