Thursday, September 5, 2013

Norms Farms Elderberry Syrup Review and Get Ready for Autumn Giveaway!


Autumn is coming!  The lovely change of seasons, cooler weather, crackling fires, and less happily cold and flu season.  I am always looking for ways to increase my families resistance to the cold and flu bugs.  Having 6 people sick at one time is really no fun!

One way I help my family is by using elderberry syrup or other products.   Never heard of elderberries?  Well they are a berry found throughout most of America and have been used for thousands of years to boost the immune system and kill germs, as well as make delicious pies, jams and jellies. I often have harvested elderberries in the mountains around our home in the late summer. If you would like to know more about how elderberry can help you fight the cold and flu go HERE and HERE for just some of the information out there.  As always I recommend you do your own research!

Norms Farms produce a large selection of elderberry products. From jams and jellies to syrups and juice Norms Farms provides elderberry products that taste great!  Not only that but they also sell elderberry bushes so you can grow your own.  How is that for a cold and flu remedy, something that actually tastes good and you can eat every day for prevention?

Norms Farms sent me a sampler pack of their products for review.  I tried  all of it and must say I am impressed with the flavor and quality.  I love the juice for making healthy Italian sodas and the jam and jelly were amazing on toast and English muffins.  As to it helping with illness I cant say yet, but have used elderberry products in the past to help with the flu and it does seem to shorten it and ease the severity of the symptoms.

Price wise the syrups and juice are about what you pay for other elderberry products in the health food store only you know these are being produced in the USA.  The jam and jelly is priced as other gourmet preserves at less than $6.00 per jar.

I would recommend Norms Farms product to anyone looking for USA produced elderberry products.  They are delicious, nutritious, and have health benefits!

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The Giveaway!

Norms farms has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a Sample Pack of their products to get them ready for fall.  This includes Elderberry Jam, Elderberry Jelly, Elderberry Syrup, and Elderberry Juice!  A $44.75 value!  Use the Rafflecopter below to enter, all entries are verified.  Good Luck!
 
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The Thrifty Housewife was not compensated for this post, I did receive a sample product(s) for the purposes of review. This did not influence my review or my opinions. My views are 100% my own. This giveaway is not affiliated with facebook, pinterest, twitter, or any other social media website.  The winner will be chosen through the rafflecopter form which uses Random.org.  Winner will be notified by email within 48 hours of contest end.  Winner has 24 hours to respond to the  email.  Failure to respond will result in a new winner being chosen.  Open to US only.  All Entries are verified. 
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87 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 5, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Elderberry is an antioxidant and flu fighter. Dr Oz lists elderberry jam as BRAIN FOOD!

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  2. moushkaSeptember 5, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    They have some great recipes like the Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies with Elderberry Jam!

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  3. christaSeptember 5, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    The elderberry margarita sounds like just the thing for me!

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  4. D. PaulSeptember 5, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Elderberries contain a flavoniod which is very important for brain health. The flavonoid is called quercetin.

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    I learned that Elderberries are packed with quercetin. That means that it is good for your brain health. Really trying to eat healthy these days.

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2013 at 3:42 AM

    Fantastic products!

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  7. czech itSeptember 6, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    I love the recipe section, I've never seen Elderberry in my market (although I may not have been looking for it) but I'm super excited to make some of these treats for my family!
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    kristi bonus
    kristibonusfreebies@yahoo.com

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  8. VanessaSeptember 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    The company is family owned in NC.

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  9. VanessaSeptember 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    The company is family owned in NC.

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  10. Susan WSeptember 6, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    Elderberries are a superfood

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  11. UnknownSeptember 6, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    I learned that elderberries are packed with Vitamins A, B and C.

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    they are made with all natural ingredients.

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  13. Amy N.September 6, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    I learned (and find fascinating) that Dr.Oz considers it a superfood for the brain...I'm starting to take a new look at elderberries...

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  14. Salleefur/Jesselyn/JessterSeptember 6, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    I think I have sampled Elderberries at least a couple of times a long long time ago - but I'm grateful that both your post and their blog are so helpful and informative. I knew they were good for you - but not aware they were considered to be a true Superfood / Superfruit with so very many and varied health benefits!

    And I do really appreciate their helpful tips and recipes! I also appreciate that Norm's is a family business and Made in America. Thanks. Nice gieaway, info and INTRO!

    Jesselyn A/Jesstinger
    Jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  15. UnknownSeptember 7, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    i like that elderberry is an antioxidant

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2013 at 4:22 AM

    I learned they are good for brain health and the company is in North Carolina. Sounds like some great recipes and would love to try some of the products.

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  17. UnknownSeptember 7, 2013 at 4:42 AM

    I learned that their elderberry products are grown naturally by family farmers in North America.

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  18. LillySeptember 7, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    I learned that Studies indicate that the anthocyanins in elderberries, which give them their rich purple color, boost immune response.

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  19. GalaSeptember 7, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Vitamin A, B6, and C, iron and potassium, gives elderberry its ability to fight at least 10 different strains of the flu virus and play a role in the treatment and prevention of HIV, herpes, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and other chronic diseases .

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  20. Ronster1967September 7, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    I have heard lots of good things about these berries.

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  21. greenhillsSeptember 7, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    learned that elderberries are full of Vitamin C!

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  22. Nicole LancasterSeptember 7, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    I learned that Hippocrates called the elder tree his medicine chest. Classical healers Theophrastus, Dioscorides and Galen referred to elder as one of nature’s greatest healers.

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  23. kolpinSeptember 7, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    i learned that elderberries are good for erosion control, wildlife preservation, and human consumption.

    rafflecopter: daniel

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  24. UnknownSeptember 7, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    It is made in America

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  25. AnnetteSeptember 8, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    I learned that they're family-owned.

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  26. Danielle SSeptember 8, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    I saw a great recipe for Elderberry Lemon Shortbread Bars

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  27. mellyroxSeptember 8, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    I learned that the Elderberry protects the body from serious diseases, and it balances the emotions--Elderberry is good for the soul ..

    Thanks
    melly66(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    I learned that elderberry can be used as a medication for the flu!

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  29. latanya tSeptember 9, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    Norm's Farms was started by a North Carolina family in honor of Norman Joe, a farmer, land preservation activist, and Rodger's father.

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  30. SharriSeptember 9, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Elderberries are packed with quercetin, a flavonoid that’s critical to your brain’s health. And, this family farm is in NC--such a beautiful state!

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  31. Robin WilsonSeptember 9, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    I learned that they are Family Owned ~ Made in America ~ and considered a superfruit! How great is that!

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  32. brandy davisSeptember 9, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Its brain food as as well as antioxidant

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    I drink elderberry tea in the winter to ward off colds!

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  34. bethSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    the farm is family owned

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  35. Karen DelaneySeptember 10, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Norm's Farms is located in North Carolina

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  36. JessycaSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    I learned that Dr Oz lists elderberry jam as Brain Food!Thanks for the chance.

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  37. HelgaSeptember 10, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    They make a deep dark and delicious elderberry jam.

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  38. Angela CribbSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    Elderberries are much more versatile than I thought.

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  39. freshsamanthaaaSeptember 10, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    I didn't know elderberries are a superfruit and full of antioxidants.

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  40. UnknownSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    I've never had elderberry syrup before!

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  41. Anne Marie CarterSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    I learned that elderberries are considered to be a "Super Fruit" and that this jam in made in America.

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  42. UnknownSeptember 11, 2013 at 1:41 AM

    The flavonoids found in elderberries help reduce harmful inflammation at a cellular level.

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  43. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    MMM.Jam

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  44. GeorgetteSeptember 11, 2013 at 6:02 AM

    Quercetin(which I have never heard of until now)is a flavonoid that’s critical to your brain’s health. It's found in berries, including elderberries. Like blueberries and strawberries, the flavonoids found in elderberries help reduce harmful inflammation at a cellular level

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  45. pajamashiftSeptember 11, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    I learned that elderberries are a superfood that could help memory and stave off Alzheimer's.

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  46. MaryAnn CaseySeptember 11, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    They are very nutritious and I want to try the recipes

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  47. UnknownSeptember 11, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    I learned that these products are not sold in stores near me, but that they do have a retail location near my mom in Carolina Beach, NC! I passed the info on to her :) I would love to win this as I adore elderberries! Thanks for such a yummy and healthful giveaway!

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  48. UnknownSeptember 11, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I learned that elderberries are a superfruit!

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  49. Danielle SSeptember 11, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    I don't see the facebook like button at the bottom of the post.

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  50. Emily WellsSeptember 11, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Elderberries are a superfruit and all Norms Farm products are made in the USA.

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  51. Judy GregorySeptember 11, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    Norm's Farms products are made in America from North American elderberries

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  52. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    I learned that elderberries are packed with Vitamins A, B and C , Iron and Potassium.

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  53. KristySeptember 11, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    I learned how nutritious elderberries are

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  54. wen budroSeptember 11, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    I learned that elderberries have some awesome health benefits such as antioxidants and vitamins.

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  55. alenaSeptember 11, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    The company is family owned in North Carolina

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  56. UnknownSeptember 11, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Elderberries have antioxidants? Yes. Yes they do.

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  57. Lisa EhrmanSeptember 11, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    The farm is in north carolina

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  58. laurie nykazaSeptember 11, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Elderberries are packed with Vitamins A, B and C. They are full of antioxidants which is great !

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  59. Tammy HSeptember 12, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    I didn't realize so many health benefits

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  60. CatherineSeptember 12, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    I learned that they are family owned and elderberries are really good for you!

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  61. Buckytheresa5September 12, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    It all started in NOrth Carolina and that elderberries are great for your brain.

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  62. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    I learned that Studies indicate that the anthocyanins in elderberries, which give them their rich purple color, boost immune response. It sounds like a good food to keep in your diet.

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  63. UnknownSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    I learned that Elderberrys contain quercetin

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  64. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    Farm was started in NC, which is where I am from!!

    deb.rumball@gmail.com

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  65. Megan ParsonsSeptember 13, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Scientists believe that it is these anthocyanins, in combination with flavonoids and a high profile in vitamin A, B6, and C, iron and potassium, that gives elderberry its ability to fight at least 10 different strains of the flu virus and play a role in the treatment and prevention of HIV, herpes, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and other chronic diseases

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  66. Katherine DonovanSeptember 13, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    I learned that Norman Lenhardt had a vision for the world. He advocated for farm preservation, city planning, and wildlife protection. He sounds like a wonderful man.

    Katherine Donovan
    donovandiva61269@aol.com

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  67. AllySeptember 13, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    I learned that elderberries are a superfruit!

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  68. Kylie CarlsonSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    I learned that I really want to try their recipe for Elderberry Coffee Barbecue Sauce!

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  69. Alice SantellSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    I didn't know that many plants were grown in the United States. I have never had elderberries and have rarely heard of them.

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  70. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    I learned that elderberries are packed with Vitamins A, B and C. tam childers

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  71. Yona WilliamsSeptember 14, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    I learned about startup business mistakes after reading one of their blog posts.

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  72. puyeSeptember 14, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    Elderberries contain a flavoniod which is very important for brain health.
    agnesye@hotmail.com

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  73. KristenSeptember 14, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    Oooh they have an amazing sounding recipe for Elderberry Lemon Shortbread Bars.

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  74. Crystal K.September 15, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    Norm's Farms products are made in America from North American elderberries.

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  75. UnknownSeptember 15, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    I learned that Norm's Farms products are made in America from North American elderberries.

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  76. ChristineSeptember 16, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    I learned that elderberries fight at least 10 different strains of the flu virus

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  77. boymamalifeSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    I learned that elderberries can boost energy and brain health.

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  78. NofearpapertigerSeptember 16, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    I didn't know that elderberries are superfruits - or that Norm's sells elderberry plants. I'll definitely be buying a few in the spring! :)

    Angela Rhodes Ingles
    nofearpapertiger AT Gmail dot com

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  79. UnknownSeptember 17, 2013 at 2:23 AM

    I learned that elderberries are rich in Vitamins A, B and C, Iron, Potassium, and the powerful antioxidants known as anthocyanins.

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  80. Teresa ThompsonSeptember 17, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Norm's Farms products are made in America from North American elderberries.

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  81. Victoria NyquistSeptember 17, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    I learned that studies have shown that elderberries boost immune response due to the anthocyanins that are in them!

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  82. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    I had know idea that elderberries were helpful for the brain. I knew they helped fight the flu:)

    kimberlysummer40@aol.com

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  83. Maria IveySeptember 17, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    I learned that elderberries have the ability to fight at least 10 different strains of the flu virus and play a role in the treatment and prevention of HIV, herpes, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and other chronic diseases.

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  84. Kit-KatSeptember 18, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    I learned that it cleanses the digestive system, and they're good for you

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  85. SandyNSeptember 18, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    The products are made from elderberries from the U.S.

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  86. JackieDSeptember 18, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    I learned that elderberries are great for you!

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  87. lmurley2000September 18, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    I learned that Norm's Farms was started by a North Carolina family in honor of Norman Joe, a farmer, land preservation activist, and Rodger's father

    lmurley2000@yahoo.com

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