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Annett
I have read in a couple places that elder flowers are antihistamines. Is this true? If so, how good of an antihistamine are they? And what is their action?
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Dr. Patrick Jones
Elder flower contains quercetin which has antihistamine effects. Those effects are due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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Jennifer de Gee
Thanks for asking this question, valuable information for seasonal allergy sufferers
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Great question. I would also like to know if elderflower can be used for animals as an antihistamine, and how to use it for them?
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Elder is safe for animals. See the Herb Forms & Dosing Lesson in the General Herbalism section for dosing. I’d stick with flower or berry on animals rather than the leaf which is a bit strong for little critters.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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Thanks Doc!
Do you know the histamine effect strength? Are they worth using in a formula?
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I don’t have any experience using it to knock down histamines so can’t say.
Brigham tea is quite bueno for that though.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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First up, Elderflower. Good to know the elderflower/elderberry tree can treat allergies as an antihistamine. Thank you
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Sharon
When would be the best time to harvest the leaves? Before, during, or after the berries? Thanks 🙂
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Before is better. But as long as they look vibrant and happy, they’re fine.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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