All set for this years elderflower cordial batch
for recipe see
for recipe see
Uses
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Antisceptic
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Anti-inflammatory
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Perfect forcolds and flu, sinus infections, and other respiratory disturbances
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As a supplement, elderflower also has diuretic and laxative properties and is helpful in relieving occasional constipation
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antibacterial and antiviral properties
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may help alleviate some allergies
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boosts the immune system
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Topically, elderflower might help reduce pain and swelling in joints due to some forms of arthriti
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used to stop bleeding
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oral rinse- can be used for its antiseptic properties as a mouthwash and gargle
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reduces blood sugar levels - very similar to the way insulin works
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Antisceptic
*
Anti-inflammatory
*
Perfect forcolds and flu, sinus infections, and other respiratory disturbances
*
As a supplement, elderflower also has diuretic and laxative properties and is helpful in relieving occasional constipation
*
antibacterial and antiviral properties
*
may help alleviate some allergies
*
boosts the immune system
*
Topically, elderflower might help reduce pain and swelling in joints due to some forms of arthriti
*
used to stop bleeding
*
oral rinse- can be used for its antiseptic properties as a mouthwash and gargle
*
reduces blood sugar levels - very similar to the way insulin works
*
Elderflower against MSRA
Research in Ireland showed that elderflower extract was effective in killing many common hospital pathogens, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)1. This study gave scientific proof of elderflower's antibacterial properties against most gram negative and gram positive bacteria tested that align with traditional medicine uses of the past. Further study of elderflower components showed the potential for antiviral and anti-inflammatory benefits as well.
source
Active Ingredients in Elderflower
rich in bioflavonoids, mostly flavones
and flavonols, that are most commonly known for their antioxidant
anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
The most abundant flavonols in elderflower are quercetin, isoquercitrin and anthocyanins, which have antiviral properties as well
contains chlorogenic acids, such as cinnamic acid, which may help with allergies, regulate blood glucose levels and have a laxative effect on the body.
Triterpenoids, especially β-amyrin, erythrodiol, and oleanolic acid, are also found in elderflower.
These triterpenoids offer a variety of health benefits including analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer effects
source
anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
The most abundant flavonols in elderflower are quercetin, isoquercitrin and anthocyanins, which have antiviral properties as well
contains chlorogenic acids, such as cinnamic acid, which may help with allergies, regulate blood glucose levels and have a laxative effect on the body.
Triterpenoids, especially β-amyrin, erythrodiol, and oleanolic acid, are also found in elderflower.
These triterpenoids offer a variety of health benefits including analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer effects
source
Ways of usingfresh , fermented, dried, then soaked or infused
Flowers are safe to use
BUT leaves, twigs and roots are considered toxic and can lead to buld up poison( cyanide )
