Echinacea & Elderberry Syrup
Combines two of the most respected traditional immune-supporting botanicals—Echinacea Root and Elderberry—to help maintain the body's natural defences during seasonal changes, colder weather and periods of increased environmental challenge.
Naturally rich in anthocyanins and plant-derived antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress while supporting overall health and seasonal wellbeing.
Prepared in a smooth vegetable glycerine base without alcohol, artificial colourings, synthetic preservatives or unnecessary additives. Suitable for adults and young people aged 12 years and over.
Expertly formulated by our Medical Herbalists using concentrated botanical extracts, delivering traditional herbal support in a pleasant-tasting daily syrup that's easy to incorporate into your seasonal wellness routine.
Free UK standard delivery on orders over £50
Herbal Support for Natural Immune Defences, Antioxidant Protection & Seasonal Wellbeing
Our Echinacea & Elderberry Syrup is a concentrated, practitioner-formulated botanical supplement expertly developed by our Medical Herbalists to support the body's natural immune defences, provide antioxidant protection and promote everyday wellbeing during seasonal changes. Whether you're navigating colder weather, busy workplaces, frequent travel or periods of increased environmental challenge, this pleasant-tasting, alcohol-free syrup provides convenient daily botanical support for adults and young people aged 12 years and over.
Supporting Everyday Immune Health Naturally
The body's immune system works continuously to protect against the everyday challenges of modern life. Seasonal changes, colder weather, busy routines and environmental stressors can all place additional demands on your natural defences. Our Medical Herbalists have carefully combined two of the most respected traditional immune-supporting botanicals—Echinacea Root and Elderberry—to provide balanced herbal support throughout the winter months and during periods when additional immune support is desired.
Echinacea Root has been widely used by herbal practitioners to help maintain the body's natural immune response, while Elderberry provides a rich source of naturally occurring anthocyanins and antioxidant plant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress. Working together, these botanicals create a simple yet powerful daily formula that supports seasonal wellbeing as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Why Choose an Alcohol-Free Herbal Syrup?
Unlike many conventional immune supplements that rely on isolated nutrients, artificial flavourings or unnecessary additives, our formulation is built around concentrated whole botanical extracts. The alcohol-free base of vegetable glycerine, purified water and a small amount of sugar provides a pleasant taste while preserving the integrity of the herbal extracts, making the syrup easy to take every day.
Supplied in a 100ml amber glass bottle with a clean, easy-pour neck, this practitioner-formulated syrup is suitable for adults and young people aged 12 years and over. Every batch is prepared exclusively from carefully selected botanical extracts and is free from artificial flavourings, synthetic colourings, chemical preservatives and unnecessary fillers. It is also suitable for vegans.
Key Botanicals at a Glance
Echinacea Root: A traditional botanical naturally rich in alkylamides and polysaccharides, long valued by herbal practitioners for supporting the body's natural immune defences during seasonal challenges.
Elderberry: Naturally abundant in anthocyanins and antioxidant plant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress while supporting seasonal wellbeing.
Vegetable Glycerine Base: An alcohol-free botanical base that provides a smooth, pleasant taste while helping preserve the quality and stability of the herbal extracts.
Supporting Natural Immune Defences
The immune system works continuously to help protect the body from everyday environmental challenges. During colder weather, seasonal changes and periods of increased physical or mental demand, many people choose traditional botanical supplements to help support their natural immune defences and maintain everyday wellbeing.
Echinacea Root (Echinacea purpurea)
Echinacea Root is one of the most widely used herbs in traditional herbal practice for supporting the body's natural immune defences. Naturally rich in alkylamides and polysaccharides, it has long been valued by Medical Herbalists as a seasonal botanical to help maintain normal immune function and support overall wellbeing during the winter months.
Antioxidant Protection & Seasonal Wellbeing
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)
Elderberry has been traditionally used for generations as a seasonal wellness botanical. Naturally rich in anthocyanins and other antioxidant plant compounds, it helps protect cells from oxidative stress while supporting overall health and wellbeing. Combined with Echinacea, Elderberry provides complementary botanical support during periods of seasonal challenge.
Scientific Foundation
At Zen Maitri, we combine traditional herbal knowledge with modern botanical research. Echinacea and Elderberry are among the most extensively studied medicinal plants used to support seasonal wellbeing. Examples of this research include:
Traditional Botanical Support for Seasonal Wellbeing
Shah, S. A., et al. (2007). Evaluation of Echinacea for the prevention and treatment of the common cold: a meta-analysis. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 7(7), pp. 473–480.
This systematic review examined a number of clinical studies investigating Echinacea and provides insight into why the herb has been widely used in traditional herbal practice to support the body's natural immune defences during seasonal challenges.
Antioxidant Properties of Elderberry
Zakay-Rones, Z., et al. (2004). Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza A and B virus infections. Journal of International Medical Research, 32(2), pp. 132–140.
This clinical study investigated concentrated Elderberry extract and contributes to the growing body of research exploring the antioxidant plant compounds naturally present in Elderberry and their role in supporting seasonal wellbeing.
Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerine, Sugar, Extracts of Echinacea Root (Echinacea purpurea) and Elderberry (Sambucus nigra).
How to Use
Measurement Guide: One teaspoon is approximately equal to 5ml.
Adults & Young People (Aged 16 Years and Over): Take 10–15ml (2–3 teaspoons), up to three times daily.
Young People (Aged 12–15 Years): Take 10–15ml (2–3 teaspoons) once daily.
Directions: The syrup can be taken directly from a spoon or stirred into warm water to make a soothing botanical drink. For best results, avoid taking on an empty stomach.
Safety & Cautions
Age Restriction: Suitable for adults and young people aged 12 years and over. Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Not recommended during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding.
Medical Advice: If you are taking prescription medication, have an underlying medical condition or are under medical supervision, please consult your GP, pharmacist or one of our Medical Herbalists before use.
Recommended Intake: Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of the sight and reach of young children.
To support your body's natural immune defences and help maintain everyday wellbeing during seasonal changes, our Medical Herbalists recommend incorporating these simple habits alongside your Echinacea & Elderberry Syrup.
Daily Wellness Habits
Stay Well Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water throughout the day helps maintain healthy mucous membranes, which form part of the body's natural protective barriers. Warm drinks such as herbal teas can be particularly comforting during colder weather.
Complement with Herbal Teas: For additional botanical support, enjoy a cup of our Throat Therapy Tea or Turmeric & Moringa Tea as part of your daily routine. These warming herbal infusions pair naturally with your seasonal wellness programme.
Prioritise Restful Sleep: Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night. Adequate sleep plays an important role in supporting normal immune function, recovery and overall wellbeing.
Supporting Seasonal Wellbeing
Stay Physically Active: Regular, moderate exercise such as walking, cycling, swimming or yoga supports healthy circulation and contributes to overall wellbeing. Consistent movement, combined with good nutrition and rest, helps your body function at its best throughout the year.
Manage Everyday Stress: Ongoing stress can affect many aspects of health and wellbeing. Taking time each day for deep breathing, meditation, mindfulness or other relaxing activities can help support a balanced lifestyle.
Choose a Nourishing Diet: Eating a varied diet rich in colourful fruit, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds and quality protein provides the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants your body needs to support everyday health. During the winter months, try to limit highly processed foods and excess alcohol as part of an overall healthy lifestyle.
Dress for the Weather: During colder months, keeping warm and avoiding prolonged exposure to cold, damp conditions can help you stay comfortable while supporting your seasonal wellbeing routine.
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