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Echinacea

Echinacea purpurea

Immune Supportimmune

Echinacea is a flowering herb traditionally used in short-term immune-support routines, especially during seasonal challenges.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used for immune system support (educational use).
Often used at the onset of seasonal discomfort.
Typically used short-term, not continuously.

Common Issues It May Help With

Seasonal immune challenges (traditional use).
Cold and flu onset routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Tea or tincture: commonly used at first signs of illness.
Blend: pairs well with elderberry or licorice root.
Short-term use: avoid long continuous use.

Taste / Notes

Earthy, slightly bitter with tingling sensation.

Evidence Level

Mixed modern research; strong traditional use.

Cautions

Avoid if allergic to ragweed family.

Interactions

Use caution with immune-suppressing medications.

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