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  • Elderberry juice shows benefits for weight management, metabolic health in clinical trial

    01/18/2025 10:43:10 PM PST · by ConservativeMind · 22 replies
    Medical Xpress / Washington State University / Nutrients ^ | Jan. 8, 2025 | Elizabeth Chambers / Christy Teets et al
    Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent study. A clinical trial found that drinking 12 ounces of elderberry juice daily for a week causes positive changes in the gut microbiome and improves glucose tolerance and fat oxidation. Elderberry, a small dark purple berry found on elder trees native to Europe, is commonly used as a medicinal plant and supplement to promote immune function. The researchers tested the effects of elderberry on metabolic health in a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial with 18 overweight adults. Participants consumed either elderberry juice or...