Echinacea: Remedy your cold naturally at home.

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Echinacea: Remedy your cold naturally at home.
Written by: Jamie Sue Austin

Sore throats and colds can put damper on anyone's day. But, there are
natural, herbal remedies that you can use at home to speed the healing
process. Echinacea, also known as the purple cone flower, has long
been used by American Indians in the treatment of external wounds and
has no known side effects. The active constituents of Echinacea work
together help inhibit the influenza and cold viruses by increasing the
body's natural production of interferon and should be taken as a
preventative during flu season. Once a cold is in progress Echinacea
can stimulate your immune system to help speed recovery. Sore throats,
cough, congestion all can enjoy quick relief with the use of Echinacea.
Echinacea is available in capsule form, in teas, and in a liquid extract.
Gingivitis, canker sores, recurrent ear infections, and yeast infections
can also benefit from the immune boosting properties of Echinacea. The
general consensus is that 2000 mgs of Echinacea should be taken over
the course of the day to receive maximum results. However, a person
may use more of less depending on their tolerance level. When using
Echinacea as a preventative for colds and flu Echinacea should be taken
intimately. Periods of Echinacea use should be followed by periods of
rest since Echinacea can loose it's effectiveness over time.