Sambucol releases cold/flu relief tablets; homeopathic remedy for common cold

NOTTINGHAM, England Healthcare Brands on Thursday announced the introduction of a new elderberry product shipping this fall called Sambucol Cold & Flu Relief Tablets. The new product is being billed as a homeopathic formulation of black elderberry and zinc gluconate and is safe for children four years and older, as well as adults, the company noted.

According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, elderberries have twice the antioxidant capacity of blueberries and significantly more than the capacity of cranberries. Throughout history black elderberry has been used to treat colds, flu, fever, burns, cuts and more. Elderberries are rich in antioxidants, which are thought to be necessary to support the immune system.