ELDERBERRY

Upper airways
Immune system
Blood glucose
Slimming
Renal function
Antioxidant

Elderberry is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It is commonly used to boost the immune system and soothe the respiratory tract.

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Our references

Plant extract

>15% anthocyanines

Fruit

Plant extract

4/1

Fleur / Feuille

Plant extract

5/1

Baie

Plant extract

>6.0% anthocyanines

Fruit

Plant extract

3-4/1 >=1% anthocyanines

Fruit

Regulations
and analysis

Identification: TCL

Data on traditional use:
Cahier de l’agence du médicament: (flower or fruit)

  • Facilitates the body’s elimination functions
  • Weight loss to complement dietary measures
  • Promotes renal elimination of water

EMA monograph: (flower)

  • Used for the upper respiratory tract

Canadian monograph: (fruit or flower)

  • Used for the upper respiratory tract
  • Renal water elimination
  • Fruit source of antioxidants

German monograph: (flower)

  • Used for the respiratory tract

WHO monograph: (flower)

  • Used for the upper respiratory tract
  • Used for headaches
  • Used for transit
  • Used for joints
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Detailed description

The berries of the Sambucus nigra shrub, also known as elderberry, are black berries that grow in clusters. They are associated with compound leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers, typical of elderberry. Fruits are spherical, measuring around 5 millimeters.

Historically, elderberries were used for herbal preparations and tinctures. They are also processed into syrups and used for infusions.

The berries are renowned for their antioxidant properties, thanks to their high content of flavonoids and vitamins A and C. This makes elderberries particularly relevant and popular for boosting the immune system.