Elderberry

adaptogen · immune-hematologic · Oral

Elderberry, an adaptogen. Berry extract rich in anthocyanins (cyanidin glycosides). In vitro hemagglutinin binding blocks influenza adsorption… Oral half-life 4 h.

Berry extract rich in anthocyanins (cyanidin glycosides). In vitro hemagglutinin binding blocks influenza adsorption; small RCTs (Tiralongo 2016) show ~2-day flu duration reduction. Raw uncooked berries contain cyanogenic glycosides — only commercial extracts are safe.