Echinacea is a medicinal plant known for
its capacity to support the immune system and help the organism’s defences
against infections. Nowadays, this plant is popular as a natural support in
winter, but native Americans already used it to treat wounds, infections and
snake bites.
It is rich in active principles like
polysaccharides, caffeic acid derivatives (such as cichoric acid) and
alkylamines. They act by stimulating our body’s defences and protecting cells
against oxidative damage.
SUPPORT OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
It is the most known property. It
stimulates the organism’s natural defences. That’s why it is one of the most
used plants in winter or when feel the lack of energy. It can reduce the
duration and severity of cold symptoms, only if it is taken from the start of
the first sings of malaise.
ATNIVIRAL AND ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY
Echinacea acts as a shield against virus
and bacteria. This has made of echinacea one of the most used plants to prevent
and soothe upper respiratory tract infections. Many studies have concluded that
it helps decreasing the frequency of reoccurring colds and improve general
recovery.
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EFFECT
A mild anti-inflammatory effect is
attributed to this plant. This characteristic helps soothe troubles like throat
irritation or general malaise. The calming action contributes to improve
well-being and speed recovery up.
HEALING ACTION
External use is traditionally used on the
skin to assist the healing process of wounds and small irritations, protecting
the wound from infections and helping the recovery of tissues.
