Elderberry Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings

Elderberry
Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings





  • Do
    not eat the berry unless it is cooked.

  • Do not consume the
    stems of the plant. The stems contain cyanide and can be very toxic.

  • The seeds are toxic
    and may induce vomiting and nausea.

  • Do not use leaf buds.

  • The fresh plant is
    poisonous.

  • Store-bought elderberry
    preparations (teas, salves) are safe.















last update: February 2014



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