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 and flu.
  and allergies. Its anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial for the respiratory, digestive, and urinary mucous membranes. Blackcurrant also facilitates the breakdown of urea, urea acid, uric acid, and cholesterol.

Blackcurrant extracts have been shown to calm airway inflammation, reduce eosinophil infiltration, and 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 it comes to adrenal support through a cortisone-like action, blackcurrant bud is the primary remedy. It pairs 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, allowing one to defend against attacks.