Elderberry Versus Elderflower Against Colds, Flu, and COVID

For many, air travel comes with the persistent fear of catching a cold—or worse—on the journey. Considering the close-quarters contact and recycled air involved, this fear is not ungrounded.

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But could the fruit of the Sambucus, or elder plant, which has been used throughout the ages for everything from skin conditions to fractures and fevers, offer a modern-day, antiviral solution?

An Australian study followed 312 intercontinental, economy class passengers—a cohort generally more prone to viral infection. For those who did catch colds, how did taking elderberry extract affect the duration and severity of their symptoms?

Elderberry contains the powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral compound quercetin, which is included in America’s Frontline Doctors’ “COVID-19 Wellness Protocol.”

This “Vital Signs” video is sponsored by Wisconsin Elderberry Enterprises (WEE). We hear what locals taking their WEE’s “Elderberry Ultimate” say about its effects on joint pain, colds, and flu.

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Some studies show elderflower to be higher in flavonoids, such as quercetin, than elderberry. Owing to its antioxidant content, elderflower has also been used historically to counter colds, flus, and other infections.

How might combining elderflower with elderberry enhance the overall antioxidant and antiviral effects of these natural medicines?

“Vital Signs with Brendon Fallon” reveals elderberry and elderflower’s potential to relieve symptoms of chronic inflammation, Type 2 diabetes, and COVID-19.

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Related/referenced studies/reports:

Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza A and B virus infections – PubMed

Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial – PubMed

Elderberry Extract Outpatient Influenza Treatment for Emergency Room Patients Ages 5 and Above: a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

The Traditional Plant Treatment, Sambucus nigra (elder), Exhibits Insulin-Like and Insulin-Releasing Actions In Vitro – The Journal of Nutrition

The Phenolic Contents and Antioxidant Activities of Infusions of Sambucus nigra L – PMC

Elderberry and Elderflower Extracts, Phenolic Compounds, and Metabolites and Their Effect on Complement, RAW 264.7 Macrophages and Dendritic Cells

Headspace Volatile Organic and Phenolic Compounds in Elderflowers and Elderflower Teas of Blue Elderberry (Sambucus nigra ssp. cerulea) | ACS Food Science & Technology

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