A SELECTION OF MEDICINAL HERBS – PURPLE CONEFLOWER (ECHINACEA PURPUREA AND ANGUSTIFOLIA) – SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE 2
I have been able to prove for myself that Echinacea activates the immune system, and that it is therefore a great aid to the body’s resistance to micro-organisms. Time and again I have seen those with a weak lymphatic system and who suffer constant attacks of colds and catarrh, particularly children, overcome this susceptibility when put on regular medication with Echinacea preparations such as Echinaforce. Many parents have told me that their children have become more resistant to infectious diseases; the same is true of sensitive adults. Because of my practical experience, I maintain that Echinacea builds up the body’s own defences, above all, the efficiency of the phagocytes.
Scientists have discovered that Echinacea is able to render the hyaluronidase (an enzyme) produced by bacteria ineffective, preventing their proliferation. This helps us to understand why Echinacea neutralises snake poison, which also contains hyaluronidase.
Without doubt, Echinaforce can be used with confidence for every case of infection or infectious disease. It supports the body in every part where its defence mechanism needs to be improved, increasing overall resistance.
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