Using Elderberry Safely

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Elderberry has become a very popular natural remedy for the cold and flu, as well as 
offering a wide range of other health benefits. However, it is really important that you 
use it safely and understand how to make it effective, without added side effects.


Look at the Ingredients First

First of all, the safety and effectiveness of elderberries all starts with what you purchase. 
You want to be use a natural, organic elderberry product that doesn’t contain any 
preservatives or additives that are not necessary for the product itself. Some ingredients 
often used might be dried organic elderberries, water, honey, herbs and spices. Do not 
buy elderberry syrup with ingredients like high fructose corn syrup. This is completely 
unnecessary for the syrup.


Check the Label for Usage

Just like any other medicine you would take, you need to read the label to look at how to 
use it and proper dosage. This might be taking no more than 2 elderberry lozenges a 
day or 1 tablespoon of the syrup every few hours. Just because it is natural, doesn’t 
mean you should just use it as much as you want. You still need to be careful.


Be Careful with Certain Groups of People

Children under 12 years of age are probably safe to take it, but you should always talk 
to your pediatrician first. There isn’t enough research to look at young children or 
pregnant or breastfeeding women, so these groups of people should practice more 
caution with elderberry.


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