Among the participants, those who take the Sambucus extract will recover the fastest from the flu.

Common cold and flu cures

Patients who suffer from the common cold and flu normally experience these symptoms: a running nose, a sore throat, frequent sneezing and nose blocks (nasal congestion). Children and adults tend to contract flu between 2 and 10 times a year. The influenza virus spreads when a healthy person comes into contact with a flu patient.

Many people consume vitamin C in order to protect themselves from flu. They also take it to recover from the flu. Vitamin C is a natural vitamin. It is found in most vegetables and fruits, especially citrus fruits such as oranges. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant. It is an important supplement as it helps keep our bodies strong and healthy. Vitamin C supplements can be purchased at a pharmacy. However, many researchers remain uncertain of the true extent of the benefits of vitamin C. In addition to helping prevent the flu, can it really aid in the recovery of flu patients?

Sambucus (elderberry) extracts are also used to treat flu. The elderberry is actually a genus of no less than 30 small shrubs in the moschatel family, Adoxaceae. It is commonly found in sub-tropical regions. The leaves and branches of the elderberry plant actually contain a glycoside which if ingested, promote a build-up of toxic levels of cyanide in our bodies. Hence, elderberry teas should not be ingested. The berries however, have been used for generations as a cure for the common flu. However, studies have shown that it is only effective in treating flu and not protecting individuals from it.
 

The hypothesis holds true: of  the participants, those who took the Sambucus extract recovered the fastest from flu.

Many people vitamin C tablets in order to lower the chances of contracting influenza and to recover from it. Still, clinical studies have not been able to prove conclusively that such tablets are truly effective in dealing with flu. On the other hand, there are studies that claim that Sambucus extracts can effectuate a quick recovery from flu.
 

Engage participants who do not have flu. Conduct the experiment over a long period of time to see if the supplements are effective in reducing these individuals’ chances of contracting flu.

Compare 2 groups of participants – those who eat fruits and vegetables everyday and those that do not.