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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