Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a well-known traditional herbal medicine in western countries. It is widely used in North America and Europe and has a very long history. In the middle ages, black elderberry was regarded as a sacred and extraordinary tree, symbolizing health and longevity. It has been used in medicine for hundreds of years to treat wounds and respiratory diseases, such as influenza.
There are many varieties of elderberry, but black elderberry is the most widely used. In medicine, in addition to tablets and capsules, it is also made into throat tablets to relieve sore throat and syrup for cough. The fruit of black elderberry, like other berries (such as blueberries), not only has high medicinal value, but also has bright color, fragrant and delicious taste. The petals and fruits of black elderberry are made into elderberry wine, which feels like wine and tastes sweet. However, it should be noted that black elderberries cannot be eaten raw. They must be cooked before taking berries, because raw berries contain toxic substances similar to cyanide.
At present, many countries, including Germany, use elderberry to treat colds and influenza. Some evidence shows that the active ingredients contained in elderberry flowers and berries have anti-inflammatory, anti-virus and immune enhancing effects. Especially for febrile cold runny nose, drinking a cup of thick elderberry fruit tea can effectively relieve nasal congestion, help reduce nasal sinus mucosa and accelerate recovery.
Elderberry is rich in bioflavonoids and anthocyanins with high antioxidant capacity. Studies have shown that raspberries can strengthen cell membranes and inhibit influenza viruses invading cells and suffer infections. Therefore, it has a small title of anti influenza virus in Europe and America.
In addition, black elderberry can effectively improve a series of flu symptoms such as cough, cold, influenza, bacterial and viral infections and tonsillitis. As early as 1985, the efficacy of black elderberry against cold and flu has been recorded in the herbal Manual of the United States. It was also included in the famous moss medical drug care manual in 2000. It is believed that black elderberry can be used for cold, flu, yeast infection, nasal and chest congestion. At present, Israel's Oncology laboratory also believes that Sambucus nigra can stimulate the body's immune system and be used in the treatment of cancer and AIDS patients.
Black elderberry is also rich in plant flavonoids. It is a good antioxidant for human body, which helps to eliminate free radicals and prevent damage to human cells. Based on antioxidant activity, long-term use of black elderberry is also considered to help lower cholesterol, improve vision, and enhance heart health.
Elderberry extract is the fruit of elderberry of elderberry in honeysuckle family. Elderberry extract is a strong oxidant, which can remove free radicals and prevent aging. Refreshing and natural, it can refresh tired eyes in real time. Contain elderberry anthocyanin, leaving eye skin fresh and moist. With the cool eye mask, the effect is better. It can tighten the tired eyelids and wrinkled eyelids, help reduce eye edema and dark circles, and make the eyes full of energy.
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