Elderberry Syrup

100% all natural and organic elderberry syrup made fresh upon order daily. Elderberries contain organic pigments, tannin, amino acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, sugar, rutin, viburnic acid, vitaman A and B and a large amount of vitamin C. They are also mildly laxative, a diuretic, and diaphoretic. Flavonoids, including quercetin, are believed to account for the therapeutic actions of the elderberry flowers and berries. According to test tube studies these flavonoids include anthocyanins that are powerful antioxidants and protect cells against damage.Elderberry BenefitsUsed for its antioxidant activity to lower cholesterol, improve vision, boost the immune system, improve heart health and for coughs, colds, flu, bacterial and viral infections and tonsillitis. Elderberry juice was used to treat a flu epidemic in Panama in 1995.
How Do You Use Elderberry Syrup? Consume 1 teaspoon of elderberry syrup up to four times a day. If feeling ill or experiencing cold or flu symptoms increase dosage to 1 tablespoon. If you have an autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ask your doctor before taking elderberry because it may stimulate the immune system. If you have any other ongoing health concerns, talk with your health care provider before taking it as well. People with organ transplants should not take elderberry.
Potential Drug Interactions Because of its powerful effects on health, elderberry could potentially interact with several medications. If you currently take any of the following medications, you should talk to your health care provider before using an elderberry supplement or any other elder plant products:Diabetes medicationsDiuretics (water pills)ChemotherapyImmunosuppressants, including corticosteroids (prednisone), and medications used to treat autoimmune diseasesLaxativesTheophylline Do not use this product if you are allergic to clove, cinnamon, honey, or ginger.