This healthy juice improves metabolism and helps you lose weight
What is elderberry juice good for (photo: Freepik)
Elderberry is a well-known medicinal plant that soothes, helps with constipation, and is a mild diuretic. Elderberry juice can help improve metabolism, which will lead to weight loss.
Elderberry juice can improve metabolism
A study by Washington State University (WSU) found that drinking 340 g of elderberry juice daily for one week can improve metabolic health.
The study involved 18 overweight adults, half of whom drank elderberry juice and the other half received a placebo. All of them followed a standardized diet.
Those who consumed elderberry juice noticed positive changes in their gut microbiome, namely an increase in good bacteria and a decrease in bad bacteria. A healthy gut microbiome is essential for nutrient absorption and supports physical and mental health.
In addition, the researchers found that elderberry juice reduced participants' blood glucose levels by an average of 24%, indicating a significantly improved ability to process sugar after carbohydrate consumption, and a 19% reduction in insulin levels.
The biggest benefit of elderberry is its ability to help burn fat. Those who consumed the juice showed a significant increase in fat oxidation or fatty acid breakdown after a high-carbohydrate meal and during exercise.
Elderberry (photo: Freepik)
What diseases is elderberry good for
Elderberry berries and flowers are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that can strengthen your immune system. They can help avoid inflammation, reduce stress, and protect your heart.
Some experts recommend elderberry to prevent and relieve cold and flu symptoms.
Elderberry has also been used to treat:
- constipation
- pain in joints and muscles
- headaches
- fever
- kidney problems
- epilepsy
- skin diseases
- stress
In what form to use elderberry
Consuming elderberry in large quantities can lead to gastrointestinal disorders such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and bloating. If you plan to use black elderberry for medicinal purposes, be sure to consult your doctor to avoid possible negative effects and determine the optimal dosage.
Most often, you can find and take elderberry in the form of supplements and syrup.
Elderberries are high in vitamin C (52.2 milligrams per cup) and dietary fiber (10.2 grams per cup). One cup of elderberries also contains:
- 26.7 grams of carbohydrates
- 0.7 grams of fat
- 1 gram of protein
Earlier, we reported on 5 foods that are severely harmful to your kidneys.
Sources: Best life online and WebMD.
This material is for informational purposes only and should not be used for medical diagnosis or self-treatment. Our goal is to provide readers with accurate information about symptoms, causes, and methods of detecting diseases. RBС-Ukraine is not responsible for any diagnoses that readers may make based on materials from the resource. We do not recommend self-treatment and advise consulting a doctor in case of any health concerns.
