Elderberry

Description

Elderberry, also known as Sambucus nigra, is a plant native to most of Europe, North America, and southwest Asia. Sambucus nigra grows up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall and has clusters of small white or cream-colored flowers known as elderflowers. The berries are found in small black or blue-black bunches. The flowers and berries have a long history of use in traditional European medicine. It provides a powerful immune system defense and increases the number of white blood cells, especially at the start of an immune system challenge. This is the year-round support your body needs to stay healthy during the winter season for the whole family. It has 3.5 times the antioxidant power of vitamin E and is extremely high in vitamin C. Black elderberry has been shown to reduce the severity and length of influenza. Another added benefit is that it is great for quieting a cough and soothing a sore or scratchy throat when under the weather. For long-lasting cough relief, consider the quiet coughing capability of elderberry.