Elderberry is one of the most well-known herbs from ancient times to the present day thanks to its beneficial properties. It is a small shrub that grows naturally in wooded areas, and in Greece, and is a particularly widespread herb in Central and Western Asia, Europe, and North Africa.
Nutritional value per 145g
Calories: 106
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0.7g
Vegetable Fiber: 10g
Vitamins
Vitamin C: 870IU
Vitamin A: 52.2mg
Vitamin B6: 0.334mg
Riboflavin: 0.087mg
Niacin: 0.725mg
Metals
Iron: 2.32mg
Calcium: 55.10mg
Magnesium: 7.25mg
Potassium: 406mg
Copper: 0.088mg
Amino acids
Phenylalanine & Tyrosine: 0.132g
Tryptophan: 0.019g
Methionine & Cystine: 0.020g
Leucine: 0.087g
Isoleucine: 0.039g
Valine: 0.048g
Benefits for the organization
- Fights cough
- Treats sinusitis
- Relieves pain from gout
- Fights infections
- Treats burns
- Reduces fluid retention
- Reduces swelling
- Strengthens the immune system
- Helps respiratory
- It enhances heart health
- It's good for the skin
- Soothes the eyes
- Protects the intestinal and urinary system
We always consult a doctor before taking elderberry for any health problem
Sources: POWERFOODS
https://www.mednutrition.gr/portal/efarmoges/leksiko-diatrofis/16943-sampoykos
