HealthBlack elderberry syrup proven to cut cold duration to four days

Black elderberry syrup proven to cut cold duration to four days

Researchers from the Medical Centre in Jerusalem have discovered that black elderberry syrup can reduce the duration of a cold to just four days. This syrup is also a source of numerous vitamins and antioxidants. See why it’s worth using it.

Elderberry syrup is deadly to viruses.
Elderberry syrup is deadly to viruses.
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19 September 2024 09:13

Homemade black elderberry syrup is a natural way to combat the common cold and flu. It is worth taking it at the first sign of symptoms to prevent the illness from developing. Its effectiveness has been scientifically confirmed. Research from the Medical Centre in Jerusalem published in 2001 confirms that black elderberry can shorten the duration of a cold to four days.

Got black elderberry syrup? Take it quickly

However, it is crucial to consume this syrup quickly. For the remedy to be effective, it is essential to take it within 48 hours of being infected with the virus, that is, from the moment we start feeling the first symptoms of the illness.

Black elderberry effectively combats inflammation and, due to its large amount of antioxidants, protects the body from free radicals, reducing the risk of cancer. This preparation also helps with common ailments. The syrup also has fever-reducing, warming properties and clears the upper respiratory tract, helping with sinus pain.

Additionally, black elderberry syrup also affects the condition of our skin and significantly slows down the ageing process. It also supports our heart by lowering the risk of atherosclerosis. How do you prepare such an elixir?

How to prepare black elderberry syrup?

The recipe is very simple. Put 200-250 grams of fresh, dried, or frozen black elderberries in a pot. Add 480 millilitres of water and two tablespoons of grated fresh ginger. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. After cooling, strain through cheesecloth and add 240 millilitres of natural honey and 240 millilitres of 40% alcohol. Mix thoroughly and pour the elixir into small bottles.

The bottles can be stored in two ways: pasteurised or in the refrigerator. Drink one tablespoon of syrup several times a day for at least five days or prophylactically one tablespoon a day.

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