How Elderberry Syrup Affects Health

Helps Manage Diabetes

The ingredients in elderberry syrup have traditionally been used to treat many health conditions like diabetes. The flowers and berries of the elderberry plant in elderberry syrup help manage diabetes by stimulating insulin secretion and glucose metabolism. This helps treat diabetes by providing better control over blood sugar, which is a key component in the management of diabetes. The results of a study published in the Journal of Nutrition found extracts of elderberry improved the process of glycogenesis. 

This is the body's way of removing excess sugar from the bloodstream to maintain normal levels of blood sugar. Another study of rats with type 2 diabetes found bioactive compounds found in elderberries, which again make an appearance in many syrups, can lower insulin resistance. The antioxidants in elderberry syrup may also help combat oxidative stress, which can lead to the development of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes.