herb
Echinacea
Immune-stimulating herb. Activates macrophages and white blood cell activity.
What it’s good for
Echinacea for Slow Recovery
Mixed3 studies · 2 supporting · 1 against
8 safety notes
Stirs up immune cells so an infection clears sooner.
Dose: 300–500 mg
Tested as: Echinacea purpurea ethanolic extract (based on the 2015 meta-analysis subgroup finding)
Echinacea for Frequent Colds
Mixed3 studies · 2 supporting · 1 against
8 safety notes
Wakes up the white blood cells that spot and swallow invaders.
Dose: 300–500 mg
Tested as: Echinacea purpurea ethanolic extract