ELDERBERRY

Description

Elderberry extract is a plant extract used in many fields. Uses of this extract include the cosmetics, food and feed industries.

The main active ingredients are Rutin, Quercetin derivatives, Cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside, Cyanidin-3-O-rhamnoglucoside, Cyanidin-3-O-xyloglucoside, Citric acid, Malic acid, Shikimic acid, Fumaric acid, Samburigin, Neochlorogenic acid, Chlorogenic acid, Cryptocholorogenic acid, Vitamin A and C in elderberry extract.

In the cosmetics industry, elderberry extract is often used for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It can help reduce the signs of aging in the skin and is used to regenerate skin cells.

In the food industry, elderberry extract is often used in functional drinks, snacks and health food supplements. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it can help boost the immune system.

In the feed industry, elderberry extract is used for animal health. It is especially added to animal feed such as chicken, cattle and pig feed. Elderberry extract enhances immune system functions in animals and can provide protection against diseases.

For these reasons, elderberry extract is widely used in many industries.

Chemical Info

Elderberry Extract

Traditional Uses

The genus Sambucus contains more than 20 species, many with similar chemical constituents to S. Nigra. The use of elder as a medicine dates back to antiquity, according to the writings of Hippocrates. Of interesting historical note, in Anatomi Sambuci: The Anatomy of the Elder, written in 1677, the physician Martin Blochwich described medicines made from the various parts of elder. Common ailments preparations were used to treat include headache, toothache, eye conditions, facial blemishes, mouth and throat conditions, cough, asthma, hoarseness, fever, smallpox, measles, stomach and intestinal conditions, stones, arthritis, menstrual complaints, inflammation, edema, and burns.