The University of Missouri completed a successful study on taking elderberry while pregnant. The results showed elderberry to be safe. However, general Google search results are negative. This is because they're based upon European elderberry (which is high in cyanide). We grow American organic elderberries. Because elderberry isn't a hugely profitable pharmaceutical entity, it isn't well-researched with scientific evidence. Please review our ingredients and decide with your healthcare provider what feels safest for you.

Yes, elderberry is generally considered safe while breastfeeding. However, we always advise breastfeeding moms to discuss using elderberry syrup with their doctor to confirm it aligns with their health and milk supply goals.

The elderberries themselves are very low on the glycemic index, but our syrup does contain raw honey and maple syrup. Always consult your practitioner to make the best choice for you! Interestingly, studies have shown that when sweeter foods are consumed after eating a meal of fiber, proteins and fats, the blood sugar spike is drastically reduced to a spike within normal range (less than 30 point jump). Read more in Glucose Revolution.

We prefer for our family to consume the 1 tbsp of elderberry for adults, 1-2 tsps for Kids, after a balanced breakfast, eaten fiber first, then proteins, then fats, then carbs or starches. Studies have shown that elderberry may also help with insulin resistance and balancing blood sugar, but we encourage you to research on your own for the best decision for your health.

Coming this holiday season, we will offer Fresh Elderberry make-at-home kits for you and your family to enjoy making syrup together or gifting this experience to a friend, allowing you to add your own sweetness or to avoid it all together.

Elderberry may help relieve allergy symptoms by reducing inflammation and supporting the immune system, but it works best as part of an overall wellness plan.

While I certainly cannot offer medical advice, I’ll share what has worked best for our family and for our customers.

DAILY MAINTENANCE DOSE:• Adults consume 1 tbsp per day
• Children 12+ consume 2 tsps per day
• Children 5-12 consume 1 tsp per day
• Toddlers 1-3 consume 1/2 tsp per day
• Infants under 1 may consider our honey-free recipe and consume 1/4 tsp per day and introduce this syrup like you would introduce other new foods and observe.

Our elderberry does contain raw honey so be aware of that for infants and choose our honey-free version if preferred.

Given the anecdotal (since we can’t claim anything) evidence of immune modulation the elderberry offers, if someone in the household is sick or been knowingly exposed, here’s what you may consider:

Exposure: increase dosing to 3 times per day

Actively sick: consider dosing every 2-3 hours until symptoms begin to fade away and then return to exposure or maintenance dose. If stomach is too upset to tolerate a full dose, try 1/4 tsp every 15 minutes to get up to full dose.

Again, these claims are not supported by the FDA and are for educational purposes only.

The amount of elderberry in one dose of syrup varies but typically includes 8 grams of elderberry in one tablespoon, ensuring an effective and therapeutic level.