Echinacae


 

 Echincaea the Immune Herb 

 

Active Ingredients 

  • Phenolics constitute found is also well known to support the body’s natural immune system responses to typical challenges due to its high cichoric acid content
  • Echinacoside, is a caffeic acid derivatives consist of (phenolic compounds)glycoside, alkylamides and polysaccharide.
  • Among caffeic acid derivatives, several components, such as caftaric acid, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, echinacoside and chichoric acid,
  • Echinacoside is found in trace amounts in E pupurea.
  • Alkylamides have immunomodulatory effects of echinacea preparations are likely caused by fat-soluble), which occur mostly in E. angustifolia and E. purpurea  Alkylamides bind particularly to human CB2 and to a much lesser degree to CB1 cannabinoid receptors as a result they are implicated in a variety of modulatory functions, including immune suppression, induction of apoptosis, cell migration and inhibition of tumor necrosis factor

Research 

  • Shows it increases the number of white blood cells, which fight infections.
  • A review of more than a dozen studies, published in 2014, found the herbal remedy had a slight benefit in preventing colds.
  • Some chemicals may be directly antimicrobial, while others may work at stimulating or modulating different parts of the immune system.
  • Studies have shown that chichoric acid can help to support proper immune system responses, as well as free radical neutralizing properties.
  • Recently, it has been found that it may support the body’s healthy response to immune system challenges.
  • Echinacoside does not contribute its effects on the immune system, but it helps to scavenge free radicals and supports the body’s own natural healing activities.
  • Polyphenolic compounds found to support joint health, which is probably due to its free radical scavenging capacity.

 WHAT ARE ITS USES -PETS AND HORSES: 

  • Echinacea is an immune enhancing herb.
  • Suitable for treating recurring stone bruises.
  • In pets for assisting with the healing of abscesses in particular cats  injured during fights.
  • Alkamides are antibacterial and antiviral.
  • May be used internally for chronic tiredness, persistent colds, when recovering from infections
  • Polysaccharides inhibit the ability of viruses to enter the cell. May be useful in the treatment and prevention of Equine Herpes Virus
  • Helpful in preventing cross contamination at shows and outings.
  • Increases oxygen delivery by imporving red cell turn over.
  • May be used post-operatively to prevent infection at wound site.

Dosage

For long term use over periods of risk to infection  between 5-8ml daily.  One week on then one week off Not to be given during pregnancy.

 

Uses for People

  • Taken on a week on and week off Echinacea is an immune enhancing herb.
  • May help the school child from contracting winter ills and chills (note this is not to be used instead of vaccination)
  • Alkamides are antibacterial and antiviral and will help during the period of convalescence if an infection is present.It will help enable the body to fight off an viral infection which cannot be treated using antibiotics
    May be used internally for chronic tiredness, persistent colds, when recovering from infections and in some cases glandular flu.
  • Polysaccharides inhibit the ability of viruses to enter the cell. May be useful in the treatment and prevention of Equine Herpes Virus
  • Helpful in preventing cross contamination at school when there is a disease outbreak.
  • Increases oxygen delivery by improving red cell turn over.
  • Some therapists have claimed that echinacea can help relieve side effects from cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

 

 

Disclaimer: Information in this article is not to be used in place of professional medical advice and expertise. For diagnosis and treatment always see your health professional. We recommend that either a qualified herbalist or your animal professional carry out diagnosis and subsequent treatment. Herbal remedies must not be given not be taken in conjunction with other medication with out consulting a medical professional.

 

 

 

 

 

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