Sambucus Nigra (Black Elderberry)
Sambucus Nigra (Black Elderberry): your immune system’s rapid-response ally.
Elderberry has been used for centuries, and modern research confirms what traditional medicine long believed: this berry is a fast-acting immune supporter with real antiviral benefits. Elderberry functions like a first responder for your immune system—recognizing viral threats quickly, helping the body respond efficiently, and reducing the intensity of symptoms.
Here’s why we love elderberry extract for immune health:
Blocks viral entry and attachment, making it more difficult for viruses to penetrate and infect host cells.
Promotes a balanced inflammatory response, supporting the immune system without provoking excessive cytokine activity.
Packed with anthocyanins and flavonoids, which have powerful antioxidant and immune-supportive properties.
Helps reduce duration and severity of upper respiratory infections, especially when taken early in symptom onset.
Supports mucosal immunity, helping protect the throat, nose, and respiratory lining.
Shown to be safe and well tolerated, including for seasonal, travel-related, or situational immune use.
Evidence-based research findings:
Elderberry extract can significantly shorten duration of colds and influenza-like illnesses.
Elderberry constituents directly inhibit viral replication and viral-host cell binding.
Supplementation supports antibody-mediated immune responses.
Elderberry’s bioflavonoids have been shown to enhance cytokine messaging in a beneficial, balanced manner.
Anthocyanin-rich elderberry exhibits strong antioxidant activity that reduces immune stress during viral challenge.
Supporting Medical Research & References:
Zakay-Rones Z, et al. Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza. J Int Med Res. 2004;32(2):132-140.
Tiralongo E, et al. Elderberry supplementation reduces respiratory symptoms and illness duration in air travelers. Nutrients. 2016;8(4):182.
Ulbricht C, et al. An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower. J Diet Suppl. 2014;11(1):80-142.
Roschek B Jr., et al. Elderberry flavonoids bind to and prevent H1N1 infection in vitro. Phytochemistry. 2009;70(10):1255-1261.
