How Elderberry Juice May Shift the Way Your Body Burns Fuel
New research reveals promising insights for those wanting to manage weight and metabolism.
When it comes to immune support, elderberries have long been the star of the show. But recent research suggests they may also play a surprising role in how your body burns fuel—especially for those dealing with weight struggles.
A new pilot study explored how 100% elderberry juice affected energy metabolism in overweight and obese adults. While the study was small, the results are worth paying attention to—especially if you're someone who’s mindful of metabolic health or simply curious about the power of food as medicine.
The Study at a Glance
Participants drank either pure elderberry juice or a sugar-matched placebo twice a day for a week, followed by a three-week break before switching drinks. After each week, researchers tested how their bodies responded to food and measured how they burned energy.
What They Found
- Elderberry juice increased carbohydrate burning. People who drank elderberry juice burned more carbohydrates during testing.
- Placebo group burned more fat. Those who didn't drink elderberry juice burned more fat instead.
- Total energy burned stayed the same. No major difference between groups.
- No changes in blood sugar or insulin levels, meaning the elderberry juice did not spike insulin or cause blood sugar issues, but it also did not improve them.
So… What Does This Mean?
When you drink elderberry juice, your body may shift into using carbs for energy more readily. This is likely due to the juice’s natural sugars and powerful plant compounds (called anthocyanins), which may help your body use glucose more efficiently.
It’s not a “fat-burning” solution—but it could support a healthier metabolism when used consistently and in the context of a nutrient-dense lifestyle.
Why It Matters
For many Americans consuming a diet high in processed foods and low in antioxidants, elderberry juice offers a simple, real-food option that may help rebalance how the body processes energy. While larger studies are still needed, this one supports the idea that food—especially food rooted in nature—can have subtle but powerful effects on our physiology.
The Bottom Line
Our Immune Support Wellness Drops are made with 100% cold-pressed elderberry juice, not dried extracts or watered-down syrups. That means you’re getting the full spectrum of active compounds that make elderberries such a powerhouse—not just for immune support, but for how your body functions on a foundational level.
