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October 16, 2022
Herb of the Week: Echinacea
by Gia Yaccarino
Herb of the Week: Echinacea
by Gia Yaccarino
Greenhouse receiving its new skin.
Echinacea (Purple coneflower) (Echinacea spp)
Benefits
- Supports the immune system
- May reduce anxiety
- Helps regulate blood sugar
- High in antioxidants
Uses
- You can make a tea with the petals and leaves, use one to two teaspoons of the dry material per one cup of water. Steep in boiling water for fifteen to twenty minutes.
Caution
- Echinacea might worsen autoimmune mediated disease such as RA, MS and Lupus
- Those allergic to daisies, chrysanthemums, marigolds, ragweed might experience an allergic reaction to Echinacea
Safe for Cats: Yes
Safe for Dogs: Yes
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