Echinacea

Summary

Also known as Purple cone flower, Kansas snakeroot, Black eyed susan, Sampson root, Comb flower and Hedgehog. Echinacea has been used by the Native Americans for centuries to treat viral and bacterial infections.

Over 100 years ago the US Dispensatory stated that tincture of Echinacea gave resistance to infection. It boosts the immune system by stimulating the production of white blood cells that fight infection.

Deficiency of this could cause:

Echinacea can be used to Treat

Respiratory tract infections

Tonsillitis/sinusitis

Glandular fever

Cuts/wounds

Cystitis

Allergies

Infected gums

Eczema/ psoriasis

Normal Dosage

Possible Side Effects

Not toxic when taken orally, but do not take if you have an autoimmune disorder (HIV, Lupus, Multiple sclerosis)

Do not take if you have allergies to the daisy family.

Do not take if you are pregnant/lactating.

Contra Indications

Naturally Found In