It is spring, and my elder or elderberry tree, Sambucus nigra ssp. cerulea, is in full bloom. These beautiful white blooms bring back memories from before I lived in Texas. Growing up, elders were ...

Americans are spending millions on elderberry supplements every year in a bid to stave off colds and the flu, but the jury is out on how effective they actually are. In the last year, U.S ...

Elderberry “is very popular right now in supplement form, because, like many of the other berries, [such as] strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, it is very high in antioxidants,” says Sandon.

Elderberry tea is made from dried, ripe elderberries. These berries are boiled in water, and then the mixture is strained to remove solids. The resulting tea has a sweet and tart taste with earthy ...

Elderberry syrup is made from berries of the Sambucus tree that’s native to Europe. The sour-tasting berries are commonly used to make jelly, pie, and wine, but they've also been a staple of ...

Elderberry supplements — marketed for boosting the immune system — have recently become one of the most popular herbal supplements in the country. According to the Nutrition Business Journal ...

Elderberry’s fiber content also benefits gut health, digestion, and immune system function. And it may help manage blood sugar, especially for those with diabetes.

Elderberry juice offers a variety of health benefits beyond those mentioned in the study, according to Dr. Connor. “In addition to its potential to aid in weight loss, ...

A new study led by Washington State University researchers found that elderberry juice could be a "potent tool" for weight management and improving metabolic health. The study, published in the ...