What is elderberry syrup?

Elderberry is one of the members of honeysuckle family, which is distributed in warmer areas of North America and Europe This color range from dark blue to black berries is often used in the production of elderberry syrup, which can treat congestion and cough and other upper respiratory diseases This kind of plant is very common in the wild It has small white flowers in spring A foreign comparative study of elderberry syrup and pacifier in the treatment of influenza found that the duration of influenza in those taking syrup was reduced by half Elderberry can inhibit neuraminidase, the enzyme used by the virus to spread between cells, which can speed up the death of the virus and help patients recover Many people use elderberry syrup to deal with colds or flu Some people think the syrup has expectorant effects, so it helps keep the respiratory tract open Since the syrup is mild, has no obvious side effects and tastes good, it is suitable for children to take when they first have symptoms of disease Elderberry syrup can also enhance the health of the immune system, and many people use it to treat various diseases Elderberry syrup is also a preventive drug Taking a small amount every day can enhance the disease resistance This natural medicine is usually available in health food stores, but it can also be made at home There are many ways to make this syrup, but usually you need to mash and cook berries The next step is to drain the juice and remove the pulp and residue Finally, boil the juice until it thickens Then add sugar or honey to complete the whole process.