The Super Berry You Should Know About

Category: Healthy Nutrition

You've probably seen elderberry products on shelves - from cough syrup to lozenges, gummies to juices and tea, alongside other popular cold and flu herbal remedies.

But what makes elderberry a popular ingredient for supplements?

Elderberries are the fruit of the Sambucus tree. The most common type is the Sambucus nigra also known as the European elderberry or black elder. It has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for colds and flu, respiratory illnesses, and more

Several studies have shown that elderberry can help treat colds and flu, though the available studies are small.

Elderberry is a powerhouse of nutrients and rich in phytonutrients that can benefit your health.

One cup of elderberries contains 106 calories and 26.7 grams of carbs and the following vitamins and minerals:

• Vitamin A

• Potassium

• Vitamin C

• Folate

• Calcium

• Iron

Elderberries are also an excellent source of fiber, containing 10.2 g of dietary fiber per cup, which makes up a large amount of the recommended daily intake.

Elderberry is also a great source of phenolic acids and flavonols, key antioxidants that help the body reduce damage from oxidative stress.

Elderberry is rich in anthocyanins, the compounds that give the fruit its dark black-purple color and are a strong antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects.

Overall, elderberry is a nutrient-dense food that can provide many health benefits.

Learn everything you need to know about this super berry on our wellness webcast with Master Herbalist Dr. John Westerdahl. Watch the replay here:

Thanks for reading,

Ariëlle