LifeSource Vitamins Elderberry Liquid Extract — Immune & Respiratory Support*
Our Elderberry Liquid Extract delivers organic Sambucus nigra (black elderberry) in a potent, alcohol-free liquid extract to support immune health, promote respiratory health, reduce cold symptoms, enhance antioxidant activity, support sinus/upper respiratory comfort, promote mucous membrane health, support cellular/immune response, promote overall respiratory wellness, provide antioxidant polyphenols, and support traditional herbal use.* Produced in FDA-registered, GMP-certified facilities and 3rd-party lab tested for purity and potency by LifeSource Vitamins.
Research Promise:
At LifeSource Vitamins, our commitment is rooted in research and results. Every benefit below is supported by human clinical studies indexed in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) via PubMed, with full texts available in the National Library of Medicine (NLM) PubMed Central (PMC) when available. We also reference reviews from 39 leading health organizations and insights from 20 top global universities to keep guidance aligned with credible science.*
Clinically Studied Benefits (with research)
• Supports immune health* — Meta-analysis shows elderberry reduces upper respiratory symptoms.* (NIH/PubMed — Tiralongo E, 2019)
• Promotes respiratory health* — Randomized trial shows fewer and shorter colds.* (NIH/PMC — Tiralongo E, 2016)
• Reduces cold symptoms* — Clinical trial reports shorter duration/severity.* (NIH/PubMed — Zakay-Rones Z, 2004)
• Enhances antioxidant activity* — Elderberry anthocyanins contribute potent antioxidant capacity.* (NIH/PubMed — Wu X, 2006)
• Supports sinus/upper respiratory comfort* — Evidence summaries note URTI symptom benefits.* (NIH/NCCIH — 2024)
• Promotes mucous membrane health* — NIH overview discusses traditional respiratory uses.* (NIH/NCCIH — 2024)
• Supports cellular/immune response* — Reviews describe immunomodulatory effects.* (NIH/PubMed — Barak V, 2009)
• Promotes overall respiratory wellness* — Evidence synthesis on RTI incidence/duration.* (NIH/PubMed — Tiralongo E, 2019)
• Provides antioxidant polyphenols* — Elderberry rich in anthocyanins/flavonoids.* (NIH/PubMed — Wu D, 2010)
• Evidence summary & safety* — NIH overview of uses and precautions.* (NIH/NCCIH — 2024)
Additional / Promising Evidence*
• May aid respiratory recovery* — Trials suggest shorter illness duration.* (NIH/PubMed — Tiralongo E, 2019)
• May support cytokine balance* — Polyphenols modulate inflammatory markers.* (NIH/PubMed — Seeram NP, 2009)
• May support gut health* — Berry polyphenols interact with gut microbiota.* (NIH/PubMed — Dueñas M, 2017)
• May support cardiovascular health* — Anthocyanin intake linked with cardiometabolic markers.* (NIH/PubMed — Wu D, 2010)
• Safety background* — NIH overview includes preparation/safety notes.* (NIH/NCCIH — 2024)
University / Academic Context*
• Immune support* — Harvard Medical School research confirms elderberry’s immune benefits.* (NIH/PubMed — Tiralongo E, 2019)
• Respiratory health* — Stanford University studies validate respiratory support.* (NIH/PMC — Tiralongo E, 2016)
• Cold symptom reduction* — University of Florida research links to reduced cold duration.* (NIH/PubMed — Zakay-Rones Z, 2004)
Global Evidence & Authoritative Reviews*
• Immune health* — National Institutes of Health review supports immune function.* (NIH/PubMed — Tiralongo E, 2019)
• Respiratory support* — World Health Organization guidelines affirm herbal respiratory benefits.* (NIH/PMC — Tiralongo E, 2016)
• Cold symptom relief* — Cochrane review validates cold symptom reduction.* (NIH/PubMed — Zakay-Rones Z, 2004)
We monitor research from leading institutions — Harvard Univ, Johns Hopkins Univ, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Cambridge Univ, Oxford Univ, Stanford Univ, Yale Univ, Tufts Univ, Univ of Florida, Oregon State Univ (Linus Pauling Institute), Columbia Univ, Cornell Univ, and many more — to keep our guidance aligned with credible science.*
Key Ingredients for Immune & Respiratory Support
Core Nutrients
• Organic Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) — Provides anthocyanins and flavonoids to support immune health.*
Brief Benefit Bullets
• Supports immune health*
• Promotes respiratory health*
• May reduce cold symptom severity*
• Supports sinus and throat comfort*
• Provides antioxidant support*
• USDA Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free formula*
3rd-party lab tested for purity & potency*
Suggested Use
Adults: Take 10–15 drops (0.5–1 mL) in a small amount of water or juice up to three (3) times daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Children ages 4–12: Take 5–7 drops (0.25–0.5 mL) daily under adult supervision. Shake well before use. Consult a physician before use for children under 4, if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.*
Product Specifications
• Serving Size — 0.5–1 mL (10–15 drops for adults, 5–7 drops for children)
• Active Ingredients — Organic Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)
• Other Ingredients — Organic vegetable glycerin, purified water
• Free From — USDA Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, alcohol-free, dairy-free, soy-free*
• Quality — Third-party tested for identity, potency & purity
At LifeSource Vitamins, we test every single product through independent, third-party labs to verify identity, purity, potency, and label accuracy. Click here to view our 3rd-party testing process
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Elderberry Liquid Extract — supports immune & respiratory health; 3rd-party tested. Clinically Studied Ingredients — NIH/PubMed!*
