Elderberries are one of the most well studied natural remedies, and it has been well established that they can prevent colds/flu, as well as greatly speed up recovery from these types of illness. In one study, influenza symptoms were relieved on average 4 days earlier and use of medication was significantly less in those receiving elderberry extract compared with placebo. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀I chose to make my syrup with organic coconut sugar instead of honey like elderberry syrup is traditionally made with because I want EVERYONE to be able to enjoy this syrup, including babies who cannot have honey before age 1 or vegans who refrain from eating honey. Coconut sugar also has a lower glycemic index than honey making it a safer option for diabetics. This syrup should be refrigerated and shelf life is 6-8 weeks in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen and preserved for up to 6 months.****This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice or medical care of a qualified healthcare professional and you should seek the advice of your healthcare professional before undertaking any dietary or lifestyle changes. This information is provided for educational purposes only.