Scientific Research Related to Bioflu Immune Support

Below are numberous independent studies into various extracts used in the Biotivia Bioflu Immune Support product. Each study contains the relevant information from the author, allowing you to authenticate the studies if desired. If you have any further questions relating to any of the Biotivia products, please view the Frequent Questions related to each product, or contact Biotivia through this website.

Elderberry Extract Studies

1. The Effect of Sambucol , a black elderberry-based , natural product, on the production of human cytokines: I. Inflammatory cytokines.
2. Inhibition of Several Strains of Influenza Vffus in Vitro and Reduction of Symptoms by an Elderberry Extract( Sambucunsig raL .) during an Outbreak of Influ enza B Panama
3. Randomized Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Elderberry Extract in the Treatment of Influenza A and B Virus Infections
4. Black elderberry extract may reduce flu symptoms
   The Journal of International Medical Research - The black elderberry extract Sambucol has been shown to reduce symptoms and shorten duration of flu.
5. Black Elderberry Extract May Speed Up Flu Recovery
   Abstract:A natural black elderberry extract may reduce the symptoms and shorten the duration of flu types A and B, according to a study conducted at the University of Oslo School of Medicine, Norway.
6. Colds and influenza: a review of diagnosis and conventional, botanical, and nutritional considerations
   The common cold is the leading cause of doctor visits in the United States and annually results in 189 million lost school days. In the course of one year the U.S. population contracts approximately 1 billion colds.
7. The effect of herbal remedies on the production of human inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines
   Some herbal remedies are sold as food additives and are believed to have immune-enhancing properties.
8. Human and avian influenza viruses target different cell types in cultures of human airway epithelium
   The recent human infections caused by H5N1, H9N2, and H7N7 avian influenza viruses highlighted the continuous threat of new pathogenic influenza viruses emerging from a natural reservoir in birds.
9. Inhibition of several strains of influenza virus in vitro and reduction of symptoms by an elderberry extract (Sambucus nigra L.) during an outbreak of influenza B Panama
   A standardized elderberry extract, Sambucol (SAM), reduced hemagglutination and inhibited replication of human influenza viruses type A/Shangdong 9/93 (H3N2), A/Beijing 32/92 (H3N2), A/Texas 36/91 (H1N1), A/Singapore 6/86 (H1N1), type B/Panama 45/90, B/Yamagata 16/88, B/Ann Arbor 1/86.
10. Inhibitory effects of Turkish folk remedies on inflammatory cytokines: interleukin-1alpha, interleukin-1beta and tumor necrosis factor alpha
    In this study, in vitro inhibitory effects of 55 extracts or fractions obtained from 10 plant species on interleukin-1 (IL-1alpha, IL-1beta) and tumor necrosis factor (TNF- alpha) biosynthesis were studied.
11. Isolation and characterization of a seed lectin from elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) and its relationship to the bark lectins
    A third elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) lectin (SNA-III) has been isolated from dry seeds by affinity chromatography on immobilized 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-D-galactose.
12. Purification and partial characterization of a novel lectin from elder (Sambucus nigra L.) fruit
    A previously unknown haemagglutinin, named Sambucus nigra agglutinin-III (SNA- III), has been purified from the fruit of the elder (Sambucus nigra).

Star Anise Extract Research

1. Antibacterial activity of medicinal plant extracts against periodontopathic bacteria
   This study was performed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of Althaea officinalis L. roots, Arnica montana L. flowers...
2. Antimicrobial properties of star anise (Illicium verum Hook f)
   Star anise (Illicium verum Hook f) has been shown to possess potent antimicrobial properties. Chemical studies indicate that a major portion of this antimicrobial property is due to anethole present in the dried fruit.
3. Cancer chemopreventive activity of phenylpropanoids and phytoquinoids from Illicium plants
   In our joint project involving search of anti-tumor promoters from natural plant sources, six phenylpropanoids and seven phytoquinoids isolated from three Illicium plants (Illiciaceae) ...
4. Combination of TLC and HPLC-MS/MS methods. Approach to a rational quality control of Chinese star anise
   In this study, a methodological approach for an effective and reliable quality control of Chinese star anise (Illicium verum Hook. F.) is developed and validated.
5. Determination of shikimic acid in fruit of Illiciaceae plants by HPLC with diode-array detection
   OBJECTIVE: To establish the determination method of Shikimic acid. METHOD: Using HPLC method as the determination method.
6. Fumigant activity of (E)-anethole identified in Illicium verum fruit against Blattella germanica
   The insecticidal activities of materials derived from the fruit of star anise, Illicium verum, against adults of Blattella germanica were examined by direct contact application and fumigation methods, and compared with those of DDVP, deltamethrin and hydramethylnon.
7. Rapid analysis of the essential oils from dried Illicium verum Hook. f. and Zingiber officinale Rosc. by improved solvent-free microwave extraction with three types of microwave-absorption medium
   A new method of extracting essential oils from dried plant materials has been studied.
8. Rapid and easy identification of Illicium verum Hook. f. and its adulterant Illicium anisatum Linn. by fluorescent microscopy and gas chromatography
   Illicium verum Hook. f. is used as an herbal tea to treat colic pain in infants. Reports suggest that Star anise herbal tea may be adulterated with Illicium anisatum Linn.
9. Two New Compounds and Anti-HIV Active Constituents from Illicium verum
   Two new compounds named illiverin A ( 1) and tashironin A ( 8) were isolated from the roots of ILLICIUM VERUM, together with seven known compounds.