10/21/2026
Immune Support Tea
Halt viral replication!
The technical stuff*
How Elderberry Affects Viruses
• Stopping Entry: Anthocyanins and lectins in elderberry can bind to viral surface proteins or hemagglutinin spikes, blocking the virus from entering host cells.
• Halting Replication: Research on influenza and certain coronaviruses shows that elderberry extracts can interfere with viral propagation and replication cycles inside already-infected cells.
• Boosting Immune Signals: Elderberry stimulates the release of cytokines, which help coordinate the body's immune response against pathogens.