Black elderberry – a plant species widespread in Europe, and common in Poland throughout the country. Used as a medicinal, ornamental, edible plant and in cosmetics. It usually takes the form of a tall shrub and rarely a tree. It has erect stems, green leaves, white flowers and purple-black fleshy fruit. Elderberry bushes usually bloom in June / July, depending on the climatic zone. In Poland it is May and June, and flowers give off a very strong, powdery scent.
Black lilac has been used in folk medicine for centuries, and in the past it was attributed to almost magical properties. To this day, it enjoys great popularity and is the most effective remedy for seasonal infections. The main use of elderberry is primarily for medicinal purposes. Its flowers and fruit are used to prepare healthy juices and syrups, used in the treatment of many infections and as an antipyretic drug. It is necessary to remember not to eat raw and especially unripe elderberry fruits, because in this form they are poisonous. Healing syrup from elderberry flowers is obtained after cooking flowers with added sugar. Such juices and syrups can be given to both adults and children. Ready Ecological Elderflower Syrup can be bought at Medonet Market at an attractive price.
This plant has ingredients valuable to health. Elderberry flowers contain: essential oils, flavonoids, organic acids, tannins, mineral salts. Fruits, in addition to the above substances, also contain vitamins C and A, pectins, anthocyanins that fight free radicals and sugars. Its healing properties are very broad: it has antiviral properties, expectorates and reduces runny nose. It strengthens the body’s immunity, protects and strengthens the respiratory tract. It has a diuretic and cleansing effect, accelerates metabolism and soothes inflammation of the skin. Black lilac not only will it soothe a cough or fight fever, but thanks to the large amount of vitamins and minerals, it will deal with an infection that has already arisen.
Elderberry flower syrup – preferably drunk in a dense form, it is ideal for colds and strengthens immunity. When we add water to it, it becomes a drink – healthy and, in addition, very tasty. It can also be added to other drinks and teas. It’s best to drink it regularly. You can buy an infusion of elderberry flowers at an attractive price on Medonet Market. Try also Herbapol syrups:
- PNEUMOPOL syrup with elderberry,
- Lilac flower syrup with vitamin C,
- Icelandic lichen and lilac syrup.
Elderberry syrup People prone to recurring infections, bronchitis or flu should drink. Such a drink with the addition elderberry flower syrup can be a real and sophisticated delicacy. It is so unique and exceptional in taste that it cannot be compared with anything else!
You can also check the effects of Zatoka – a liquid supplement that regulates the secretion of mucus in the respiratory tract, and also has a soothing and calming effect.
The elderberries themselves, on the other hand, belong to the group of blood purifying agents. They are recommended as a detoxification medicine and help remove any harmful toxins from the body. Elderberry syrup It also has diaphoretic and diuretic properties, as well as slightly laxative and analgesic. Elderberries are also used in inflammation of the stomach and intestines and in the treatment of sciatica.
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