Echinacea is an herb also known as Purple Cone Flower. The leaf, flower, and root are used as medicine. Echinacea was used in traditional herbal remedies by the Great Plains Indian tribes. Later, settlers followed the Indians’ example and began using echinacea for medicinal purposes as well.
Echinacea is an herbal remedy that may help the body defend itself from the viruses and is widely used to fight infections, especially the common cold, the flu, and other upper respiratory infections. Some people take echinacea at the first sign of a cold, hoping they will be able to keep the cold from developing. Other people take echinacea after cold symptoms have started, hoping they can make symptoms less severe.
Echinacea is also used against many other infections including urinary tract infections, vaginal yeast infections, herpes, HIV/AIDS, human papilloma virus (HPV), bloodstream infections (septicemia), tonsillitis, streptococcus infections, syphilis, typhoid, malaria, ear infection, swine flu, warts, and nose and throat infections called diphtheria.
Benefits:
It helps us in preventing and curing the following:
- Today, people use echinacea to shorten the duration of the common cold and flu, and reduce symptoms, such as sore throat (pharyngitis), cough, and fever. Many herbalists also recommend echinacea to help boost the immune system and help the body fight infections.
- It’s a powerhouse of antioxidants
- Positive effect on the immune System
- May lower blood sugar levels
- May reduce feelings of anxiety
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- May help treat skin concerns
- May offer protection against cancer.
- coughs and colds
- bronchitis
- upper respiratory infections
- gingivitis
- influenza
- canker sores
- yeast infections
- ear infections
- vaginitis
- some inflammatory conditions
Caution:
- Echinacea can cause minor side effects. These can include an upset stomach, nausea, and dizziness. Serious side effects include allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, and difficulty breathing. It can also worsen asthma symptoms. Talk to your doctor right away about any side effects you are having.
- Potential Side Effects
- Rashes
- Itchy skin
- Hives
- Swelling
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Shortness of breath
Do not take echinacea if you have any of the following conditions:
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- An autoimmune disorder (such as lupus)
- Multiple sclerosis
- Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
- Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
- Tuberculosis
- Erectile dysfunction
- Heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- High blood pressure, high cholesterol, or a heart condition
- Migraine headaches
Other Names:
American Cone Flower, Black Sampson, Black Susans, Brauneria Angustifolia, Brauneria Pallida, Brauneria Purpurea, Comb Flower, Coneflower, Echinacea Angustifolia, Echinacea Pallida, Echinacea Purpurea, Echinacea Serotine, Echinacea Speciose, Echinaceawurzel, Échinacée, Échinacée Angustifolia, Échinacée Pallida, Échinacée Pourpre, Échinacée Purpurea, Equinácea, Fleur À Hérisson, Hedgehog, Helichroa Purpurea, Igelkopfwurzel, Indian Head, Kansas Snakeroot, Narrow-Leaved Echinacea, Narrow-Leaved Purple Coneflower, Narrow-Leaved Purple Cone Flower, Pale Coneflower, Pale Flower Echinacea, Pale Purple Coneflower, Purple Coneflower, Purple Cone Flower, Purpursonnenhutkraut, Purpursonnenhutwurzel, Racine D’echininacea, Red Sunflower, Rock-Up-Hat, Roter Sonnenhut, Rudbeckia Purpurea, Rudbeckie Pourpre, Schmallblaettrige, Kegelblumenwurzel, Schmallblaettriger Sonnenhut, Scurvy Root, Snakeroot, Sonnenhutwurzel.
Safety Information:
- For Natural Taste & Freshness, Keep it in cool and dry place.
- Avoid direct Sunlight & Do not Refrigerate.
- Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.
- All herbal medicine should be used under Medical Supervision only.
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