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Echinacea

Echinacea purpurea

also known as Purple coneflower, Black sampson

A North American native herb traditionally used to support the body during colds and respiratory infections, modulating immune cell activity.

  • Supports immune function during cold season
  • May reduce duration of common cold
  • May reduce severity of cold symptoms
  • Used by Plains Indigenous tribes for centuries
  • Modulates immune cell activity
  • Provides anti-inflammatory alkylamides
  • Most studied herb for upper respiratory infections

Active in Alkylamides, Polysaccharides, Caffeic acid derivatives, Echinacoside.

Avoid with autoimmune disorders — may stimulate immune response
Avoid with progressive systemic conditions (TB, MS, HIV)
Possible cross-reactivity with Asteraceae allergy
Use caution with immunosuppressant drugs
Limit continuous use to 8 to 10 weeks
Avoid in pregnancy without provider guidance
Research