Behind peppermint and chamomile, echinacea may be the most widely used herb. It is found in a variety of tea blends, on big box store shelves, and even in hospital cafes. This herb has two main varieties, Echinacea angustifolia & Echinacea purpurea. There has long been debate between herbalists about which variety is more potent or has strongest medicinal benefit. Here at TriLight, we use them about equally in our formulas. The entire plant can be used with different benefits coming from each part. You'll frequently find echinacea added to a preparation focused on immune health, and it's traditional uses go far beyond the immune system. 

Traditional Herbal Uses of Echinacea

Echinacea supp.

• Building and supporting the immune system
• Endocrine support
• Flu and colds
• Infections
• Inflammation
• Viral illness and infections
• Would healing
• Liver support
• Lymph cleansing and support
• Respiratory concerns
• Strep
• Tonic
• And more

Research is even being conducted on echinacea and cancer support.

Note- Individuals with ragweed allergies/ allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family may not tolerate echinacea. 

How we use it-

We use Echinacea in-

BactaMune, which contains herbs traditionally used to strengthen and support the immune system. 
Cold & Flu Day Time, Cold & Flu Night Time, and Immune System Builder Wellness Kits
Echinacea & Thyme with Elderberries a best-selling go-to for many of our customers when they're ill.
Mastitix - our midwife designed Mastitis support formula. It tastes amazing, works quick, and is easy for a busy mom with a newborn to take.
NR Glow is one of our most popular immune supporting formulas. Over time families have also found it works extremely well for eczema.
Triple Echinacea with Goldenseal - our September Special of the Month.
This is one of our most popular Back to School formulas and is 10% off all month long! 

RespaClear is a pregnancy-friendly immune support and respiratory relief formula. 
Scout Out has over 150 5-star reviews! It's our antibiotic alternative also known as the "antibiotic tonic."
Soothing Salve is our popular topical salve that’s all-purpose for cuts, rashes, skin irritation, and more.
ViraMune is our immune system booster our customers love at the beginning of an illness.

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