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Nature's Bounty Natural Whole Herb Echinacea, 400 mg, 100 Capsules (Pack of 3)

Fri, 7 Jun 2008 14:24:00 GMT

posted by suraniku

Herbal Supplement. Promotes Healthy Immune Function. Known as purple coneflower, Echinacea is native to North America and has been used by the Plains Indians for centuries. Echinacea is one of the world's leading herbs for immune system support. Nature's Bounty Echinacea is made from Echinacea purpurea to ensure you receive Mother Nature's best. Nature's Bounty's Guarantee: We use only the finest quality herbs and spices. Each is screened and finely milled for quick release. Nature's Bounty's preservative-free gelatin capsules contain pure milled herb powder. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)

Fight Infection with Echinacea

Thu, 2 May 2008 12:35:00 GMT

posted by sexyf

By Jamaal Harrison

The herb "Echinacea" is often referred to as "purple coneflower," "American coneflower," or simply "coneflower." Sometimes it is also known as "snake root." This is due to its thick black root, which was historically used by Aboriginals to treat snake bites. Echinacea grows in the ditches of the North America prairie regions, and also in dry open woods.

It can be found in the central plains of North America on prairies, the sides of roads, or dry open woods. Many people believe that Echinacea helps prevent infections such as the flue or common cold. In some cases it is even used to help reduce acne or other skin infections.

Echinacea is also used to aid people with weight loss, treat fatigue, and lessen the effects of indigestion. In addition to using it to treat snake bites, Aboriginals also used to use it to treat smallpox, toothaches, and the measles. There can be gastrointestinal side effects associated with use of this herb.

Once they had been exposed to European diseases such as smallpox and measles, Indians started using Echinacea to treat those afflictions as well. Scientists have not conclusively proven there are benefits to Echinacea. Research is still ongoing in the scientific community. Herbalists have their own studies that show the herb has a number of benefits with little side effects. The most likely side effect would be in the digestive tract. Any effect here is usually mild and temporary.

Some people might experience some slight upset when taking the herb, but this is very short-lived. Some people are allergic to Echinacea, so it is best to do a small test if you have not taken it before. It can be taken in pill form or as a tea. To increase the effectiveness, it is recommended that the supplement chosen be made from the whole plant rather than just the stems and leaves.

Sundown Zinc Lozenges Plus Vitamin C & Echinacea, Fruit Flavor, 50 Lozenges (Pack of 5)

Sun, 23 Jun 2008 17:01:00 GMT

posted by suraniku

Dietary supplement. Helps promote and support healthy immune function. Sundown Zinc Lozenges provide a pleasant-tasting combination of Zinc, Vitamin C and Echinacea which help support and promote healthy immune functions.

Sundown Echinacea, Standardized, 180 Capsules (Pack of 2)

Sun, 30 Jun 2008 12:51:00 GMT

posted by suraniku
Herbal Supplement. Healthy Immune Function. Benefits: Sundown's Echinacea enhances healthy immune system function by boosting immune cell activity and activating the body's natural protective processes. Sundown's Standardized Echinacea is a precise combination of standardized echinacea, plus the full spectrum of natural components in the whole herb.

Sundown Echinacea, Standardized, 180 Capsules (Pack of 2)

Mon, 1 Jul 2008 15:20:00 GMT