Elderberry supplementation reduces upper respiratory symptoms: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Hawkins J, Baker C, Cherry L, Dunne E
Published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine
Methodology
Meta-analysis of randomised placebo-controlled trials of elderberry supplementation for upper respiratory symptoms from colds and influenza.
Key Findings
Elderberry substantially reduced upper respiratory symptom duration and severity compared with placebo.
Conclusions
Elderberry shortens viral upper respiratory illness.
Limitations
Few small trials; several industry funded.
Supplements Studied
Elderberry substantially reduced upper respiratory symptom duration and severity compared with placebo
Outcomes Measured
Elderberry substantially reduced upper respiratory symptom duration and severity compared with placebo
Study Details
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