You have probably heard of the herbal supplement called Echinacea, but do you know what it really can do for you? Echiacea was once an herbal supplement that one could only find in the most obscure of healthy foods stores. These days it is quite common to find in most supermarkets. Echinacea is most often taken to ward off the cold and flu symptoms that arise in the spring and fall. While not FDA approved it has been on the market for several years as a great way to help boost the immune system and make one less vulnerable to the germs that are floating around.
Most people consider taking Echinacea during the worst of the cold and flu season or whenever they are starting to feel a bit of a cold coming on.
Here are a few things you should know about taking Echinacea.
Only take it for a few weeks at a time. Studies have shown that taking Echinacea year round seems to stagnate the effects of this herbal supplement in the body. Echinacea can lose its potency over time; therefore, you should not buy it in large quantities.
Taking Echinacea after already having the cold or flu will not usually help alleviate any symptoms. The primary time to use Echinacea is before the onset of any symptoms, as the primary use of this herbal supplement is to prevent germs from taking hold in the body.
Keep these things in mind while shopping for and taking Echinacea and hopefully it will help you get through the cold and flu season without a hitch.
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