Elderberry
Phytotherapymoderate evidenceImmune Support
Elderberry is rich in anthocyanins and traditionally used during seasonal upper-respiratory complaints. An EMA HMPC traditional-use monograph documents traditional use.
Evidence sources
Dosage
15 mL syrup (adults) 4 times daily during acute illness, or 175 mg extract daily for prevention
Preparation
Syrup, lozenges, capsules, or gummies. Berries must be cooked (raw berries contain cyanogenic glycosides).
Traditional Uses
coldfluimmune supportupper respiratory infections
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