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A purplish flower that grows wild in North America.
Its beneficial effects were discovered by the Native Americans, who used it to make herbal teas and to treat snake bites, wounds, and infections.
We're talking about Echinacea purpurea.
The name “Echinacea” comes from the Greek word “echinos,” which means “hedgehog,” precisely because of the distinctive appearance of the flower’s central cone.
Although it is known for its characteristic bright purple color, there are several varieties of this plant that range in color from pink to red to white.
It belongs to the Asteraceae family, the same family as chamomile and daisies.
Echinacea extract is known for its antiviral, immunostimulatory, and antibacterial properties.
There are numerous studies demonstrating the effectiveness of this plant in stimulating the response of T cells and natural killer cells, which are responsible for our body’s defense mechanisms.
These properties are linked to the high concentration of active compounds such as polysaccharides, glycosides, flavonoids, and alkylamides.
That said, what is Echinacea used for? It is mainly used to prevent and treat colds and respiratory infections, but it can also be applied topically to speed up the healing of wounds and skin infections.
Furthermore, it has been shown that taking Echinacea extract significantly shortens recovery time in cases of fever or the flu, in both adults and children.
Echinacea purpurea extract is the key ingredient in Winter Help Immuno Complex, a dietary supplement that helps boost the immune system.
In Immuno Complex, we have combined Echinacea with rockrose extract: this combination is effective in directly inhibiting the action of viruses and bacteria and in counteracting the inflammatory response.
The supplement is formulated with vitamin C, astragalus, elderberry, zinc, and copper—substances that support the normal functioning of the immune system.
For faster absorption, we also recommend Echinacea mother tincture; 50 drops 2 or 3 times a day, between meals, in a small amount of water, which is equivalent to 0.9 g of fresh plant.
