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Elderberry

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They may be small, but elderberries have been trusted for hundreds of years. These elderberry supplements bring this gift of nature to your wellness routine.

Elderberry - Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nature's Way Umcka® Cold and Flu contain Black elder (Sambucus nigra)?

Nature’s Way offers several formulations of Umcka for alleviating cold and flu†† symptoms, but only our Umcka Cold+Flu Elderberry Syrup contains Sambucus nigra 3X. A wider range of elderberry extract products can be found as part of our Sambucus line.

What is elderberry good for?

Elderberry, or berries from Sambucus nigra, has been prized for centuries in traditional immune support.* The berries contain anthocyanins, flavonoids with antioxidant properties.* Anthocyanins are the deep red, purple, and blue pigments that give elderberries their dark, intense purple shade. In fact, the darker the berry, the more anthocyanins it contains.

The elderberry extract used in Nature’s Way elderberry supplements is made from elderberry cultivars, which are naturally high in anthocyanin flavonoids. We source our elderberries from plants grown in mountainous locations across Europe, where the climate and growing conditions are ideal for Sambucus nigra. Read here for more information about elderberries and anthocyanins.

What are elderberries?

Elderberries are the intensely-flavored, dark purple berries of the Sambucus nigra plant. The plant is native to Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern Asia. Elderberries contain anthocyanins and have been widely used in traditional and folk wellness practices for millennia.

Nature’s Way elderberry supplements offer convenient (and tasty) ways to incorporate the benefits of elderberry extract made from elderberries into your wellness routine.

Can you take elderberry extract daily?

Most people can take elderberry extract daily as part of your wellness routine. It contains anthocyanin flavonoids which support antioxidant pathways.* Nature’s Way elderberry supplement collection includes a broad range of products to make them convenient for your lifestyle. Discover delicious elderberry gummies like Sambucus Gummies and Sambucus Sleep + Immune Gummies*. We also offer elderberry syrup, lozenges, drops, hot drinks, and capsules.

Does elderberry provide traditional immune support?*

Elderberry fruit, juice, and flowers have been used for traditional immune support for thousands of years.* They contain anthocyanin flavonoids which support antioxidant pathways.* Nature’s Way elderberry supplements made with elderberry extract offer several convenient ways to incorporate elderberry into your health and wellness routine. Choose from elderberry gummies, syrups, lozenges, and capsules.

Can I take elderberry supplements while pregnant?

As with any supplement, it’s important to read the label recommendations and consult a healthcare professional to make sure the product is right for you.
 
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