Black Currant Bud - Ribes nigrum

Blackcurrant, native to the Himalayas, is rich in vitamin C and bioflavonoids, known for its systemic cleansing properties. It stimulates adrenocortical functions, strengthening the immune system against colds, flu, and allergies. Its anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial for the respiratory, digestive, and urinary mucosa. Blackcurrant also facilitates the breakdown of urea, uric acid, and cholesterol. Blackcurrant extracts have been shown to calm airway inflammation, reduce eosinophil infiltration, and their ability to perpetuate inflammation, in vitro. In a two-year, placebo-controlled study, blackcurrant anthocyanin extract was shown to significantly increase 24-hour ocular blood flow in patients with open-angle glaucoma. Traditionally, blackcurrant is considered an herb whose actions enhance energy and longevity through anti-inflammatory, draining, and anti-allergic mechanisms. When thinking about adrenal support through a cortisone-like action, blackcurrant bud is the primary remedy. It combines well with other herbal remedies that exert antihistamine and immune-boosting effects: rosemary, black alder, and sea buckthorn. Finally, blackcurrant bud provides urogenital support through anti-inflammatory support of the mucosa. On the mental, emotional, and spiritual levels, blackcurrant bud defends the psyche against overwhelming negativity, thus allowing one to defend against attacks.