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Elderberry

Elderberry (Sambucus spp., especially S. nigra) is a fairly ubiquitous fruit that is known on most continents. Elderberry is best known for its antiviral, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory uses, though it enjoys a broad variety of traditional and cultural applications.

Quick Answer

What it is

Elderberry (Sambucus spp., especially S. nigra) is a fairly ubiquitous fruit that is known on most continents.

Key findings

  • Grade B: Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Symptoms (Common Cold)
  • Grade D: Eczema Symptoms (Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis))
  • Grade D: Blood glucose (Body Composition)

Safety

No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.

ℹ️ Quick Facts: Elderberry

Quick Facts: Elderberry

  • Best Evidence:Grade B
  • Conditions Studied:10
  • Research Outcomes:19
  • Grade B Findings:1
  • Key Effect:Common Cold
Outcomes by grade:
A0
B1
C0
D3
10 conditions · 19 outcomes

Detailed Outcomes

Grade:
Effect:
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B
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Symptoms
Small Improvement
small↓Improves
D
Eczema Symptoms
No effect
none
?
Itching
1 study
↑Improves
?
Quality of Life
1 study
↑Improves
?
Wound Healing
1 study
↑Improves
D
Blood glucose
No effect
1 study
none
?
Carbohydrate Oxidation
↑Improves
?
Fat Oxidation
1 study
↑Improves
?
Metabolic Rate
1 study
↑Improves
D
Blood glucose
No effect
1 study
none
?
Carbohydrate Oxidation
↑Improves
?
Fat Oxidation
1 study
↑Improves
?
Metabolic Rate
1 study
↑Improves
?
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Symptoms
↓Improves
?
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Symptoms
↓Improves
?
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Symptoms
↓Improves
?
Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease
↓Improves
?
Total cholesterol
↓Improves
?
Dental Health Metrics
↑Improves

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