Health Benefits of Elderflower
Ms H
In late May large clusters of small cream-coloured
elderflowers decorate the landscape. Elderflower, Sambucus is a genus of
flowering plants in the family of Andoxaceae.
The elderflowers contain flavones and flavonols: quercetin,
isoquercitin and anthocyanins,triterpenoids: β-amyrin, erythrodiol, and oleanolic acid,that are
known for their antibacterial, anti-cancer, anti- inflammatory and antioxidant
properties. The elderflowers hold cinnamic acid may helps with allergies and
regulates blood glucose levels. The elderflower’s components showed
antibacterial anti-viral and anti-inflammatory benefits as well. Tincture stops
bleeding. Elderflower is
also used as a gargle and mouthwash for coughs, colds, flu, and shortness of
breath.
Elderflower can be dried for later use or may be soaked or cooked down into a drink
or tincture. While elderflower is typically found to be safe for consumption,
the leaves, twigs, and roots are toxic and can lead to the build up of
poisonous cyanide in the body.
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