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Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) information:
"Echinacea is indicated for use in problem areas stemming from an under-functioning immune system and is also of benefit to the lymphatic system"
It is often used in the treatment of colds, flu, colic and other infectious illnesses, while it is also useful in anti-inflammatory conditions such as tonsillitis and chest infections and is said to reduce sensitivity to allergies. Various clinical studies have shown varied success of this herb in the treatment of the common cold."
Echinacea purpurea improves the way the immune system recognises and kills bugs, jumping on them before they have a chance to cause trouble in the body. Your immune system should be patrolling your body constantly, looking out for enemies. If it is doing this effectively, you are much less likely to fall prey to colds, flu and other infections. The important thing to remember is that Echinacea purpurea improves the efficiency of a weak immune system, which is why it protects you against colds and flu.
“nature has probably destined Echinacea… to be justly crowned the greatest immunizing agent in the vegetable kingdom, known to science…” Dr. AM Liebstein, Eclectic Physician 1927
"fresh Echinacea Purpurea preparations have produced immune effects. The number of white blood cells and spleen cells is increased and the capacity of phagocytosis is increased."
Special Expert Committee of the German Federal Institute of Drugs and Medical Devices 1989
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