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Spread Some Lovingkindness
Spread Some Lovingkindness Elderberry Jam Who doesn’t love to start their morning with a slice of toast slathered in jam? Jam is one of life’s small, but very sweet, pleasures. Whether it’s that PB&J you loved as a child, a spoonful of jam on hot biscuits, or jam as a homemade gift, this sweet condiment…
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Elderflower for Acute Inflammation
Is elderflower beneficial for acute inflammation? “Sambucus nigra L. is a plant of European origin and popularly known as elder, elderberry, black elder, European elder, European elderberry, and European black elderberry, being described in pharmacopoeia of several countries. Its flowers and berries have been used in folk medicine to treat feverish conditions, coughing, nasal congestion,…
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Elderberry for Degenerative Diseases
Does elderberry have beneficial effects against degenerative disease? “The genus Sambucus includes up to 18 species, among them the widely known and used Sambucus nigra L. Elderberry fruits are rich in sugars, organic acids as well in anthocyanins and other polyphenols. The beneficial health-promoting effects of elderberries and elderflowers are well known, including beneficial effects…
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International use of Elder as Herbal Medicine
Do elderberry and elderflower have a history as herbal medicines in Europe? “Sambucus nigra L. known as ‘elderberry, black elder, and European elder’ has become more and more popular due to its promising antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. It has a very long history as a medicinal plant. Although all parts have been used for the…
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A Delicious Supplement
What is Elderberry Cordial? Just what is Elderberry Cordial? For that matter, what is a cordial? Typically, cordials are very sweet, distilled spirits that are dessert-like. Recipes for cordial traditionally include various berries, fruits, flowers, citrus, or other flavors, along with a generous amount of sweetener such as sugar or honey. But a cordial can…
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A Greek Delight!
My dad’s family is Greek. (Very Greek and yes, I even have a sister who uses Windex on everything for those of you who have seen the movie!) As an adult, I’ve tried to find ways to connect more with my Greek heritage. One of those ways is through food. This Elderberry Apple Cake recipe…
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Intercontinental Air Travel
INTERCONTINENTAL AIR TRAVEL Is elderberry supportive against cold and flu exposure with air travel? “Intercontinental air travel can be stressful, especially for respiratory health. Elderberries have been used traditionally, and in some observational and clinical studies, as supportive agents against the common cold and influenza. This randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial of 312 economy class…
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Influenza A & B Viral Infections
INFLUENZA A AND B VIRAL INFECTIONS Is elderberry effective and safe for treating viral influenza? “Elderberry has been used in folk medicine for centuries to treat influenza, colds and sinusitis, and has been reported to have antiviral activity against influenza and herpes simplex. We investigated the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry syrup for treating…
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Upper Respiratory Infections
UPPER RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS Is elderberry good for upper respiratory symptoms? “Upper respiratory symptoms are often treated with over-the-counter drugs, antibiotics, and antiviral medications. Due to concerns about safety and efficacy, there is a demand for an alternative solution. Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) has been used to treat cold and flu symptoms, but there are no…
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Feel Good Juice!
Elderberry Christmas Wassail Our Favorite Elderberry “Feel Good Juice” A new recipe made with our flagship Elderberry syrup! While our family had a cold a few months ago, we decided to mix up some fruit juice for the vitamins! In our house, most of the time the new recipes have to have a bit of…