{"id":25678,"date":"2021-08-17T16:42:34","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T16:42:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=25678"},"modified":"2022-04-06T02:48:44","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T02:48:44","slug":"benefits-of-elderberry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/benefits-of-elderberry\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Dietitian-Approved Ways Elderberry Can Support Your Overall Health"},"content":{"rendered":"What are the benefits of elderberry? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE<\/a>, shares elderberry’s promise for immune support and more.<\/em>\n\nPeople have used elderberry for centuries to promote overall well-being. It’s a potent plant for immune health and can be a top ingredient to reach for if you’re feeling under the weather.\n\nWhile natural approaches can sometimes sound too good to be true, elderberry tops the list of immune-supportive ingredients. In this article, we\u2019ll reveal the science-backed benefits of elderberry.\n

What is elderberry?<\/h2>\nElderberry is a shrub from the Adoxaceae<\/em> family and is also called elder or Sambucus tree. While it’s traditionally used around the world, elderberry is native to Europe and North America. It’s characterized by its white flowers and ultra-small black-purple berries.\n\nWhile elderberry has earned a therapeutic reputation, it\u2019s also widely known for its culinary and practical applications.\n\nTo date, elderberries are used to make tart-flavored jams, sauces, pies, tea, and even wine. Additionally, Native Americans made use of the branches to make flutes, baskets, and other household items.\n\n\"Girl\n

What are the benefits of elderberry?<\/h2>\nElderberry\u2019s medicinal benefits are mainly attributed to its impressive nutrient and compound profile. Here’s what makes it stand out.\n

1. Elderberry Is High in Phenolic Compounds<\/h3>\nElderberry is full of beneficial organic compounds called polyphenols.\n\nSpecifically, elderberry delivers a subgroup of polyphenols called anthocyanins. Researchers are still trying to understand the exact way anthocyanins work<\/a> in the body, but there’s a great deal of research indicating the promising role of polyphenol consumption in human health.\n\nA few of its proposed benefits include:\n