The use of Echinacea for the body
Purple Echinacea is called a perennial herb native to North America. Its flowers are large and colourful, which usually has a dark red or purple colour. This plant is widely used in folk medicine and usually used its aerial part. Although the rhizome and roots is also not deprive the attention.
A long time ago it was noticed that contained in Echinacea substances accelerating the healing of wounds, scrapes, burns and other skin damage. A good therapeutic effect Echinacea in the treatment of internal inflammatory processes, especially in the sexual sphere.
But the main use is to enhance immunity and resistance to infections.
Unlike conventional antibiotic, directly destroying bacteria and acting directly, Echinacea works differently. It strengthens the immune system, increases its power. Thanks to Echinacea increases the number of leukocytes in the blood, increasing their ability to absorb disease-causing microbes. Also Echinacea stimulates and increases the production of interferon to protect the cells from the effects of the virus.
How to take Echinacea tincture
Usually take Echinacea in the form of alcoholic tinctures. Doctors prescribe this medicine half an hour before meal three times a day. Daily dose of early treatment should not be more than 40 drops for an adult, and later the dosage is increased to 60 drops.
Echinacea tincture can be taken by children over 12 years. In this case, it is necessary to drink 2 times a day half an hour before meals 5-10 drops per glass of water.
Despite the fact that it is quite easy to cure, before its reception it is better to consult a doctor. Moreover, the doctor will determine the most appropriate course of treatment and dosage is tailored to the individual characteristics of the patient.
If tolerability is good, then it can be taken in the prescribed doses until a stable positive result. However, it is worth remembering that the maximum length of treatment is 6 weeks. Echinacea can lose its effectiveness in case of prolonged use, so it is not recommended to use it more than 4-6 weeks continuously.
Other uses of Echinacea
In addition to the tinctures may reflect the use of Echinacea.
For example, in the form of tea well it helps with inflammation, colds, improves well-being after illness, helps to recover after surgery.
The decoction of Echinacea is used for pain in joints, gastric ulcer and headaches.
As a tincture Echinacea also strengthens the immune system, increases body resistance, stimulates mental and physical activity, and also helps with fatigue and emaciated condition.
It is worth remembering that the preparations based on Echinacea has a number of contraindications. In particular, Echinacea should not be used if the person is allergic to this plant, leukemic blood disorders, tuberculosis, autoimmune diseases, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes. Also the product is with caution to pregnant women and nursing mothers. In any case, it is better to consult with your doctor.