Elderberry Prevents Colds, Beats The Flu & Strengthens Immunity

Have you ever tried elderberry to treat cold and flu? The most common respiratory infections are colds and the flu. They are affecting millions of people worldwide. The influenza virus is mutating every year,, meaning that it can be really difficult to treat it.


However, according to recent studies, if we use very simple natural remedy-elderberry we can destroy them.

One of the best antiviral herbs ever is elderberry. People have been used as a medicine since forever. It has been used for treating colds and the flu, allergies,  pain, fatigue, constipation, inflammation and cancer.

If you consume the extract within 48 hours, you will get the most effective natural remedy that will quickly eliminate the infections.

Health benefits of elderberry:
Great For Treating Flu and Colds
Elderberries are very beneficial for our immune system. They are a great source of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, and anthocyanidins. All of them can strengthen our immune system and fight infections.

A 2016 study showed that elderberry supplementation can provide better results than most drugs. If we take the supplement 10 days before travelling or 4-5 days after arriving somewhere, we can reduce the duration of the symptoms by 2 days.

This means, that elderberry supplementation accelerates the recovery of our body!

It can also relieve the symptoms of the H1N1 influenza virus (if we use it at least 48 hours after getting the infection). It reduces the duration of the symptoms by 4 days.

Relieves Sinus Infections
Due to the high content of antioxidants and its potent anti-inflammatory effects, the elderberry has the ability to treat sinus problems.

A study showed that elderberry flowers syrup managed to treat bacterial sinusitis when combined with an antibiotic and a decongestant. People who used this combo experienced great improvements within a very short period of time.

Regulates Blood Sugar
Both the berries and the flowers are significantly useful for treating diabetes and regulating glucose levels. The flowers can regulate the production of insulin and stimulate our glucose metabolism, thus reducing the blood sugar levels.

A study showed that the elderberry extract improves the glucose transport and oxidation without added insulin. This keeps your glucose levels in check and prevents diabetes.

A Powerful Natural Diuretic
Elderberry extract can act as a natural diuretic, improve urination and stimulate bowel movements. Due to its potent diuretic effects, Sambucus – the elderberry extract can prevent bloating and fluid retention.

A Natural Laxative
People for many years have been using elderberry extract against constipation. It can naturally fight constipation because it acts as a natural laxative.

Promotes Healthy Skin
Due to their rich content of antioxidants, vitamin A and bioflavonoids, the berries are extremely beneficial for our skin. It has been scientifically proven that the berries contain compounds which can make our skin healthier and more elastic.

Relieves Allergies
It is well-known that the flowers of the plant can alleviate allergy symptoms. The extract treats the fever-related symptoms and relieves the allergies in a natural way. You can use only the plant or combine it with other plants or herbs.

May Assist In The Prevention Of Cancer
Berry extracts are rich in antioxidants and the anthocyanins which offer powerful therapeutic, pharmacologic and anti-carcinogenic properties. Lab studies showed that elderberry extract can be very useful for preventing cancer formation because offers chemo preventive properties.

How To Use Elderberry
Fortunately, you can use the extract in very different ways. We can take it in the form of tea, infusion, juice, jelly, syrup, jam, or in the form of a spray, lozenges, capsules, ointment, powder, and liquid.

The elderberry syrup is particularly effective for treating upper respiratory infections.

How to prepare your own remedy

Ingredients:
2 cups dry elderberries
1 tablespoon fresh or dry ginger
1 cup honey
3 ½ cups water
1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon
Directions:
Bring the water to a boil and add the ginger, elderberry and cinnamon. Let it boil and then simmer until the liquid is reduced to half. Remove from the heat, and then mash the elderberries.

Next, to strain the mush use cheesecloth. Collect the juice in a bowl, and add the honey. Make sure to mix everything very well. Transfer the syrup to a clean glass bottle.

If you don’t like syrup, prepare your own tea. Consume the extract whenever you have flu. This will significantly relieve your symptoms.