Elderberry
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a small dark purple berry that has been used for centuries in traditional herbalism as an aid to the immune system.
Elderberry extract has a reputation for its ability to promote a healthy immune response and has been found to both promote cellular defenses against foreign invaders and help impede their replication within the cell.
These effects are attributed to elderberry anthocyanins, which can block the spike proteins on the invader’s membranes that are needed to gain entry into host cells.
These properties of elderberry explain why it has been found to support upper respiratory tract health and function in the face of these health challenges.
