Overview: Echinacea is a type of plant. It is available in many forms over the counter, including as a tea, cream, lotion, and dietary supplement, such as capsules or tablets. People often use ...

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Echinacea is a popular treatment for colds and other winter viruses. It is thought echinacea may stimulate the immune system but it is not clear how it does. Echinacea is available as supplements ...

Echinacea is a supplement that's often taken to boost the immune system and fight viruses. Many people take echinacea to treat the common cold. Its ability to reduce inflammation may improve skin ...

A new review of the herbal remedy Echinacea reveals its pros and cons, writes Sylvia Thompson. Taking the herbal remedy Echinacea can reduce the chances of catching a cold by more than 50 per cent, ...