Evidence supporting the use of: Echinacea (various)
For the health condition: Allergies (respiratory)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Echinacea has a long history of traditional use among Native American tribes and later in Western herbal medicine, primarily for the prevention and treatment of upper respiratory tract infections and as an immune stimulant. Its application for respiratory allergies, such as allergic rhinitis or hay fever, is less well documented but still present in some traditional herbal texts and folk practices. The rationale is often based on Echinacea's purported immunomodulatory effects, which were believed to help the body respond to allergens more effectively or to reduce the severity of allergic symptoms.

However, scientific evidence supporting Echinacea's effectiveness for respiratory allergies is very limited and generally inconclusive. Most modern clinical studies have focused on its use for the common cold and other infections, not allergies. A few small studies have examined immune-modulating effects that could theoretically impact allergic responses, but results are inconsistent and not robust enough to support clinical recommendations. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses typically conclude that evidence for Echinacea in treating or preventing respiratory allergies is weak or lacking.

In summary, the use of Echinacea for respiratory allergies is rooted in traditional practices, with little scientific validation. The quality and quantity of clinical evidence do not currently justify its use for this indication beyond anecdotal or traditional contexts.

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licorice root
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Cortisol
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Cineole
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Honey
Heal-All
Houttuynia
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iridoids
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Lesser speargrass
Mineral ascorbate
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Products containing Echinacea (various)

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