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Elderberry Syrup. Can we take it?

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Fbmb Rising Star
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Hi all! The flu has hit our family and our daughter’s pediatrician suggested elderberry syrup as a wonderful remedy. Tons of people swear by it and I figure it can’t hurt to try it. But then on an FAQ on a health site I read that people with autoimmune disorders should contact their doctor before taking it. I wonder if that’s because it boosts the immune system so much, which could be a negative for some with AI issues. I assume we are fine though, but I wanted to ask your opinions before I take it. My son also has celiac disease so I want to make sure it’s ok before giving it to him.

I would ask our doctors but I suspect you all can answer this question for me.

I bought Sambucol brand, which is gluten free. Just FYI.

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cyclinglady Grand Master
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Wow!  

Imhave never used this.  I did read the warning specifically about side effects and autoimmune disorders.  I would pass just based on that.  

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-434/elderberry

 

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But isn’t it the case that, unless we eat gluten, our AI disorder isn’t active. The article lists MS, RA, lupus, but those disorders are different than celiac disease in that they are usually managed with medication and there are lots of different triggers. 

cyclinglady Grand Master
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If your pediatrician recommended it, it should be safe for you as long as it does not contain gluten.  If you would like, confirm with your GI.  

I am sorry.   I just gave you my personal opinion and I have more than one autoimmune condition  and I am trying to avoid more.  

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You don’t need to apologize. I was just asking because I find this all really confusing. 

kareng Grand Master
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59 minutes ago, Fbmb said:

You don’t need to apologize. I was just asking because I find this all really confusing. 

I know people with Celiac who use it.  

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