Dr. Michael Murray The IMMUNE FA CTOR - Natural MediFAQS

CHAPTER 6
Common Questions and Answers on
echinacea and Echinamide
Should echinacea be taken on a daily basis?
Q and A
The question whether echinacea should be used on a
long-term or continual basis has not been adequately
answered. The usual recommendation with long-term
use is 8 weeks on followed by one week off. Research
suggests that the people most likely to benefit from
using echinacea for prevention are those with weaker
immune systems who are more prone to infection.
Therefore I do not recommend echinacea as a daily
preventative measure for people with healthy immune
function unless they are facing increased exposure to
viruses or stress.
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