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Elderberry is one of the most common natural remedies for the common cold or flu. People consume elderberry in the form of tinctures, extracts, teas, syrups, or supplements. Elderberry wasn\u2019t always used to boost the immune system, though. Native Americans used elderberry to treat infections and Ancient Egyptians used it to remedy burns and improve complexion. To this day, Europeans gather elderberry to use it in traditional folk medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The European elder (Sambucus nigra)<\/em> is the most commonly used species, especially for tinctures or supplements<\/a>. This species of elderberry is native to Europe, but it grows in many parts of the world. The plant has cream-colored flowers and produces small black\/blue berry bunches. In order to consume the berries, they must be cooked, but the flowers can be eaten in their raw form. Historically, various cultures used the flowers for pain relief and inflammation, while the bark was used as a diuretic. The dried or cooked berries proved to be effective at treating influenza, swelling, headaches, and nerve pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scientists attribute elderberry\u2019s health benefits to anthocyanin, which is a potent antioxidant that helps to reduce oxidative stress in the body<\/a>. Additionally anthocyanin has antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties that help prevent common infections and pain<\/a>. Read about elderberry\u2019s top five benefits below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preliminary studies found that elderberry extract may help reduce bad cholesterol<\/a> and fat levels in the blood. Due to the high antioxidant content of elderberry, scientists believe that it can reduce the risk of heart disease when combined with a balanced diet. One study with 34 people, who took 400 milligrams of elderberry extract three times daily for two weeks, found no reduction in blood cholesterol levels. Another study in mice, however, found that including elderberry extract in their diets reduced cholesterol in the liver and aorta, but not the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n High uric acid levels are commonly associated with gout<\/a> and joint inflammation. When uric acid crystals form in the joints, it can be quite painful and cause joints to become stiff. Additionally, high uric acid levels can increase blood pressure and negatively affect heart health. Due to the anti-inflammatory properties, elderberry extract may reduce levels of uric acid in the blood<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As mentioned earlier in this article, anthocyanin reduces inflammation<\/a> in the body. The anthocyanin in elderberry helps to inhibit nitric oxide production in the body\u2019s immune cells. Nitric oxide is a molecule that signals inflammation response for injuries or diseases. The anthocyanin tempers this response to alleviate swelling or pain. Since there have only been a few studies examining these benefits, more studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of these initial findings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To encourage a bowel movement<\/a> using elderberry, it is best to drink tea made from dried elderberries. Consuming this tea has been proven to have a laxative effect, which is attributed to anthraquinone, an organic compound that inhibits the absorption of water in the intestines. As a result, intestinal pressure increases and stimulates peristalsis<\/a> to encourage bowel movements. It is safe to use elderberry tea as a laxative for up to five days.<\/p>\n\n\n\nElderberry\u2019s Health Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
May Benefit Heart Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Reduces Uric Acid In The Blood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Provides Pain Relief<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Relieves Constipation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Say Goodbye To Colds & Flus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n