Echinacea is a native North American coneflower that was discovered and used as a traditional herbal remedy for more than 400 years by the Great Plains Indian tribes. Technically classified as an herb, several species of the echinacea plant are used to make medicine from its flowers, leaves and roots.

Prior to 1950 and the introduction of antibiotics, echinacea held an esteemed medicinal status.



Possible health benefits of Echinacea Root





Fascinating research about echinacea benefits regarding brain cancer has been published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Stating that, the “medicinal value of phytochemicals contained in Echinacea is clearly evident and indicates that these agents, as well as phytochemicals not yet discovered in other herbs, may be valuable tools to combat tumors.”



Echinacea cuts the chances of catching a common cold by 58 percent.



Echinacea stops viral colds.



Echinacea alleviates pain.



Echinacea can be used as a mild natural laxative to provide natural constipation relief and as a calming agent.



Regular echinacea consumption can effectively reverse and alleviate various types of inflammation.



Echinacea benefits the skin superbly. Echinacea has been used by various Native American tribes to treat: Arthropod bites, Eczema, Inflammatory skin conditions, Psoriasis, Snake bite, Skin infections, Stings,

Wound healing



Echinacea angustifolia is the recommended species to help with these specific ailments related to ADD/ADHD, and it can be considered one of the natural remedies for ADHD.



Echinacea is also a fantastic remedy for a whole slew of infections.



Preparation:



Put 1g of dry herb into 1 cup of boiling water. Leave to infuse for 5 minutes and stain.