Echinacea * (Echinacea)

ECHINACEA
 • It is known as the immune herb. Strengthens and stimulates the immune system.
 • Improves the function of tissues, especially the bone marrow, thymus and spleen
 • It is used at the very beginning of an infection to “wake up” the immune system and allow it to fight the infection quickly.
 • Echinacea can be used preventively over short periods of time to put the immune system on high alert at times when the risk of infection is greatest (1 to 2 weeks).
 • Purifies the blood and is anti-inflammatory (in small doses in one formulation)
 • Useful in cases of arthritis and rheumatism.
 • Useful for colds, flu, pneumonia and others.
 • Strengthens cells.
 • Very useful in conditions of blood poisoning.
 • Excellent for cancers, boils, tumors, abscesses etc. (small dose in one formulation)
 • Great in urinary tract infections and inflammation.
 • Useful in prostate conditions.
 Parts used: roots and rhizomes (E. angustifolia and E. purpurea), flowers and leaves (E. purpurea)
 Properties: immunostimulant, antibiotic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, bifidogen, mild diaphoretic, detoxifying and blood alterative.
 Contraindications: prolonged use, autoimmune diseases, AIDS / HIV, taking immunosuppressants, hepato-toxic medication