Elderberries were listed in the CRC Handbook of Medicinal Herbs as early as 1985, and are listed in the 2000 Mosby's Nursing Drug reference for colds, flu, yeast infections, nasal and chest congestion, and hay fever. In Israel, Hasassah's Oncology Lab has determined that elderberry stimulates the body's immune system and they are treating cancer and AIDS patients with it. Customer Testimonials from Wydlewood Cellars Testimonials from customers the company says support the historical medicinal claims. The majority of the testimonials relate to the tremendous relief from debilitating asthma and chronic allergies. Several customers are also using the elderberry juice concentrate to treat their pets' infections.
Elderberries are safe for all ages.
Large doses of elderberry juice are reported to help relieve constipation. According to the company, the elderberry syrup is a natural cough syrup with a taste the kids love, and contains no alcohol or other added drugs. Since production began in 1995, Wyldewood Cellars Winery has become the largest supplier of Elderberry wine in the United States. In 1996, Wyldewood Cellars was selected as one of the Six Best New Fruit Wine Producers in the U.S. by the Beverage Testing Institute in the World Wine Competition. In the 1999, Wine Enthusiast Magazine listed the companies wine as a Best Buy in the Nation.