Posted on February 25, 2012 in Herbs and spice
Echinacea is a wild flower which has various health benefits. It is a common garden plant bearing beautiful purple flowers and known for its medicinal effects. Various varieties of Echinacea supports a healthy immune system and is a remedy for common cold. The herb also cures various respiratory problems.
Echinacea is an indigenous herb to North America. The herb flourishes in wet valleys of mid western United States. It is used as an intravenously for supplemental cancer treatment in Europe. The herb can also cure various skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema. Overall, the herb has a immune enhancing effect.
Echinacea Health Benefits
Various health benefits of Echinacea are as follows -
- Sinusitis
- Ear problems
- Urinary tract infections
- Sore throat and enlarged lymph glands
- Upper Respiratory Conditions
- Fights against Candida and Herpes
- Fights minor infections
- Cold and Cough – Make concoction of Echinacea roots into tea and take it after one meal everyday for 2 weeks. This concoction will prevent prolonged cold and cough problem
- Skin infections and skin regeneration in wounds - The herb has been found effective in slow healing wounds and boils by applying echinacea ointment or creams
- Improves Immune System – It is a stimulant to immune system of body as it activates white blood cells and makes it difficult for foreign bodies to infect
- Inflammatory skin conditions such as Eczema and Psoriasis
Other health benefits of Echinacea are as follows -
- The herb is effective against rhino virus infections
- It may help prevent swine flu.
- Antiviral and anti fungal effects
Precautions for Echinacea
- The herb should not be taken by a person having multiple sclerosis, tuberculosis, AIDS, autoimmune disorders and leukemia
- It should also not be taken by rheumatoid arthritis and lupus patients
- In some people, it can cause allergic reactions and other gastrointestinal side effects
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