October 9, 2017
USES Immune stimulant, Colds, Flu, Infections. The Echinacea herb is one of the most popular herbs used in Europe. It is considered to be the prime remedy for the Immune system and this view has been supported by extensive research. … Continue reading
December 10, 2016
Fresh Echinacea extract with >Sambucus nigra in a healing hot drink. It combines the well-known fresh Echinacea root and herb extracts with Black Elderberry to produce a soothing and palatable hot drink. Just what you need to help fight off symptoms such … Continue reading
August 24, 2015
Natural immunity boost against cold and flu caused by bacteria and viruses. Hygiene. Observe sensible precautions – hand-washing etc. Eat healthily. Avoid processed foods in favour of freshly harvested local fruit and veg, and freshly prepared fish, meat and eggs … Continue reading
September 27, 2014
Did you know that there are over 70 viruses in the herpes family, the most common being the Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 1 (HSV-1) which causes cold sores? The virus, once contracted, remains in our system for life and at … Continue reading
August 18, 2014
Airports are not the most comfortable places, but for many of us who have to travel, they are a necessary evil. We start a trip by spending hours in close proximity to crowds of people in a sealed and frequently … Continue reading
August 19, 2013
Q. My son hates going back to school after the freedom of the holidays. Also he often ends up with head lice or a sore throat thanks to at least one of his schoolmates which just makes things worse. What … Continue reading
December 15, 2012
On the 1st day of Christmas my true love gave to me:- acute influenza and an infectious cold sore! Yes, it’s that time of year when thoughts turn to gifts, carol singing, peace, goodwill, excessive alcohol consumption, shopping stress and indigestion. Make … Continue reading
October 15, 2012
Many of you will be suffering one of these horrid ailments as the chill, dark months of winter encroach upon us. Germs are always around but a strong immune system will take them in its stride. The white blood cells … Continue reading
August 25, 2012
How echinacea can help end the cycle of constant colds. For many children, the start of a new school year means the beginning of a seemingly endless cycle of coughs, colds, sore throats and ear infections. Plenty of fresh air, … Continue reading
April 3, 2012
NATURAL WAYS TO BOOST IMMUNITY AGAINST VIRUSES Hygiene. Observe sensible precautions – hand-washing etc. Eat healthily. Avoid processed foods in favour of freshly harvested local fruit and veg, and freshly prepared fish, meat and eggs as protein sources. Sugar damages … Continue reading
March 13, 2010
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study*, carried out to compare the results of using an Echinacea based throat spray with those of a pharmaceutical throat spray in patients with acute sore throats, has recently been published in Herbalgram No.83 (Feb-April 2010), … Continue reading
December 11, 2009
New laboratory research carried out by A.Vogel has shown, for the first time, that fresh Echinacea extract is highly effective against the swine flu virus. Recent studies showed Echinacea purpurea fresh plant extract inhibits the H1N1 ‘Mexico influenza’ virus, with … Continue reading
June 15, 2009
For the third time in six years we hover on the brink of an apparently serious flu epidemic, the solution for which, if it were to strike, is a drug called Tamiflu. Are they any natural alternatives and how do … Continue reading
October 10, 2007
Dr. Ernst is back in the media spotlight with a poor quality study claiming that herbal medicines can’t be proven to do any good, but may do significant harm. As the National Institute of Medical Herbalists pointed out, basing such … Continue reading
July 3, 2007
The Lancet Infectious Diseases has published research concluding that Echinacea can more than halve the risk of catching a common cold. This is the conclusion drawn by researchers from the School of Pharmacy at the University of Connecticut, who looked … Continue reading
July 3, 2002
A report in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and immunology 2002 has raised the possibility that Echinacea can cause allergic reactions. Echinacea is a member of the daisy family and those with allergies to this family may react to Echinacea, … Continue reading
November 30, 2001
Frequently Asked Question about Echinacea. Q: Is it okay to take Echinacea for more then a few weeks at a time? A: Yes, it is perfectly safe to take Echinacea long term. There’s loads of incorrect information on the subject … Continue reading