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HERBAL USES

ELDER

Elder, also known as Sambucus, may help assist with relieving coughs and congestion. It may aid in soothing the respiratory tract and in reducing fever.

Elder may also be beneficial for enhancing the immune system, aiding with the flu, and for stimulating circulation.

Moreover, it may be useful for cleansing the system, fighting free radicals and inflammation, and may also aid in building the blood and relieving constipation.

Uses

May help with:

  • Cough
  • Congestion
  • Flu
  • Soothing the Respiratory Tract
  • Fever
  • Immune System
  • Fighting Free Radicals
  • Building the Blood
  • Inflammation
  • Constipation
  • Increasing Perspiration
  • Circulation
  • Cleansing the System

Nutrients & Phytochemicals

Scientific Name: (Sambucus Nigra)

 

Phytochemicals: Alpha-Amyrin, Astragalin, Beta-Carotene, Beta-Sitosterol, Betulin, Caffeic Acid, Campesterol, Chlorogenic Acid, Cycloartenol, Ferulic Acid, Isoquercitrin, Kaempferol, Lupeol, Malic Acid, Myristic Acid, Oleanolic Acid, P-Coumaric Acid, Pectin, Quercetin, Rutin, Shikimic Acid, Stigmasterol, and Ursolic Acid 

Nutrients: Calcium and Essential Fatty Acid

Vitamins: A, B1, B2, B3, and C

 

Comments: Also called Sambucus, Elderberry should NOT be used when pregnant. The stem of this plant can be toxic and should not be eaten 

Popular Uses.

Colds/Flu

95%

Cough

87%

Decongestant

85%

 Elderberry syrup has been used for centuries to potentially help with colds and the flu. Elderberries are packed with Antioxidants and is said to be a good low-calorie food. 

  

Grow Your Own Elderberries

How to grow Elderberries

Watch this video to get tips and pointers about growing your very own Elderberries. 
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May benefit with: Coughs, congestion and may help soothe the respiratory tract.

  

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