January 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM IST
A study found promising results when elderberry juice was consumed for just one week.
The secret of a stylish fight against obesity has been hiding in nature all this time. A recent study led by Patrick Solverson of Washington State University claims that the underrated berry may be the answer to three problems related to blood sugar, fat and gut health. Read also | 5 Homemade Drinks That Will Do Wonders For Your Gut Health
According to research, elderberries can help regulate blood sugar levels in the body, promote healthy fat burning, and improve gut health with healthy gut bacteria. Elderberries have long been associated with traditional medicinal practices, but research suggests that drinking elderberry juice for just a week can provide promising results.
Research results:
The study was conducted on 18 overweight participants who were otherwise healthy and reported no major medical conditions. Most of the participants were women in their 40s and a BMI of 29.12. Participants were asked to drink elderberry juice for one week and then, after a three-week washout period, to avoid a carryover effect, they were asked to drink a placebo drink that tasted like elderberry juice but without the active compounds for one week. Read also | Do Your Gut a Favor: Take Cranberry Extract for 4 Days to Get These Amazing Benefits
The many benefits of elderberry include:
The study found that after a week of drinking elderberry juice, participants’ blood sugar levels improved, even when followed by a high-carb meal. They also demonstrated better body fat burning at rest and during exercise. The participants’ stool samples were examined, and elderberry juice showed promise in improving a healthy gut microbiome while reducing unwanted ones. Read also | From lemon water to aloe vera juice: 6 healthy morning drinks to improve digestion
Patrick Solverson, associate professor of nutrition and exercise physiology at WSU, said in a statement, “The elderberry is an undervalued berry from a commercial and nutritional perspective. We are now beginning to recognize its value in human health, and the results are very exciting. Food is medicine, and science is catching up with this folk wisdom. This study adds to the growing body of evidence that elderberry, which has been used as a folk remedy for centuries, has many metabolic and prebiotic health benefits.”
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor for any health concerns.
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