Dr. Dünner Sambu Wild Grown Elderberry Concentrate 16.9 oz. The healing power of elderberry Many species of elder exist, yet the one with the strongest healing power is Sambucus nigra. This particular elder species grows up to 30 feet. It is also called "European elder". The flowers and berries of Sambucus nigra have been used for medicinal purposes in Europe for thousands of years. Benefits To improve immune function To detoxify the system To enhance energy and vitality The first record of medicinal use of elder goes back to the famous Greek physician Hippocrates who mentioned elder almost 2,500 years ago. Roman, and the succeeding Italian physicians, have used elder for its healing properties. British herbalists have honored and described elder throughout the centuries and mentioned elder in their standard literature. Germans and Swiss are also keen advocates of elder preparations. Qualities The British Pharmacopoeia has recognized elder for its various medicinal properties throughout the centuries – and still does! The German Office of Health recommends elder to support the immune system during the cold season. Recent controlled clinical studies in Israel substantiate the immuno-stimulating benefits of elderberry. Elderberry is inherently rich in nutrients and natural vitamin C. Sambu is prepared from the best Sambucus nigra quality from Europe. Sambu contains no coloring, chemical preservatives, binders or fillers. Dr. Dünner Sambu Wild Grown Elderberry Concentrate, 16.9oz. flo-wilffe17$34.48