Elderberries can be found growing along hedgerows, in gardens and on allotments. They typically ripen during August and September, and are full of antioxidants and vitamin C. Easy to harvest, cooked elderberries are the perfect natural way of building up immunity over winter to protect against colds and flu. They may also alleviate high blood pressure and anaemia, whilst improving exercise performance and brain health. If you don’t have time to cook them immediately, they can be frozen raw and cooked later. What are you waiting for..? Read on to find out how to spot elderberries and transform this free, nutrient-rich fruit into elderberry syrup.
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