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Echinacea
Also called: Purple coneflower
A flowering plant used at the first sign of a cold. It's meant for short-term use and stimulates the immune system.
Commonly used for
- Colds, taken at the first sign of symptoms
- Short-term immune support
Found naturally in
- Echinacea root and flowers, traditionally used as tea or tincture
Label red flags
- Species not listed
- Products meant for daily, year-round use
Check with a provider
- Autoimmune conditions. Because it stimulates the immune system, ask your provider first.
- Taking immune-suppressing medicines
- Allergy to ragweed, daisies, or related plants
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