Echinacea provides a broad spectrum of effects on the immune system and appears to offer benefit for all infectious conditions.
Extended Info
The Echinacea species are perennial herbs native to Midwestern North America although they grow well in the UK and North European climates. Of the nine species, E. Angustifolia, E. Purpurea, and E. Pallida are the most commonly used clinically. The portions of the plant used for medicinal purposes include the aerial portion, and the whole plant including the root. Historically, Echinacea has been used by the American Indians for more illnesses than any other plant.
Comments
Important - Please Note. In a healthy individual there would appear no need to continually stimulate the immune system. Studies have shown that Echinacea can be used long term in cases of impaired immune function. The usual recommendation for long term use is 8 weeks on followed by 1 week off.
Cautions
AIDS (HIV) - although some positive reports, more research is needed to determine effects. Caution also for transplant patients and patients receiving immunosuppressive drugs. Echinacea is not recommended in cases of auto-immune disorders such as lupus or M.S.
Dosage
Standardised herb: 150-300mg daily
Ingredients
100% Organic Echinacea tincture 50ml and I00ml Made from the whole organically
grown Echinacea purpurea plant in Soil Association certified organic alcohol. |
