The healing power of elderberry
Many species of elder exist, yet
the one with the strongest healing power is Sambucus nigra. This particular
elder species grows up to 30 feet. It is also called "European elder". The
flowers and berries of Sambucus nigra have been used for medicinal purposes in
Europe for thousands of years.
Benefits
To improve immune function
To detoxify the system
To enhance energy and vitality
The first
record of medicinal use of elder goes back to the famous Greek physician
Hippocrates who mentioned elder almost 2,500 years ago. Roman, and the
succeeding Italian physicians, have used elder for its healing properties.
British herbalists have honored and described elder throughout the centuries and
mentioned elder in their standard literature. Germans and Swiss are also keen
advocates of elder preparations.
Qualities
• The British Pharmacopoeia has
recognized elder for its various medicinal properties throughout the centuries –
and still does!
• The German Office of Health
recommends elder to support the immune system during the cold season.
• Elderberry is inherently rich in nutrients and natural vitamin C.
• Recent
controlled clinical studies in Israel substantiate the immuno-stimulating
benefits of elderberry.
• Sambu
is prepared from the best Sambucus nigra quality from Europe.
• Sambu contains no coloring, chemical preservatives, binders or fillers.