2 Essential Herbs in Fighting the Flu

ECHINACEA
The Echinacea plant has been used for hundreds of years by Native Americans as a remedy for many health issues.

Echinacea may be taken for acute colds, flus, fevers, and infections. Of most importance is the dosage and frequency. Effectiveness is increased when taken every two hours until some symptoms are relieved.

At the first sign of a sore throat or cough, place a dropperful of alcohol-free Echinacea (combined with Goldenseal) in your mouth and hold it there for 5-10 minutes. Repeat every hour 3-4 times. This will stop the virus from spreading.

Caution: Side effects are rare when echinacea is taken orally but if you are allergic to flowers of the daisy family (the same genus as echinacea) you should not use this herb.

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GOLDENSEAL
Goldenseal was also frequently used by Native Americans, including the Cherokee, as an herbal medication and was adopted by European settlers who noted the herb's benefits as a digestive bitter and as mouth and eye washes.

One of Goldenseal's most common uses today is to enhance the body's seasonal resistance. It acts on mucous membranes by increasing bile secretion, which may soothe these tissues. Finally, it has tonifying effects on the liver and stomach which is helpful when the lymphatic system is flushing away the toxins and virus fallout.

An important caution: goldenseal stimulates the uterus and should not be used during pregnancy.

Goldenseal's benefits may start to diminish over very long periods of time, so it is generally recommended for about three weeks at a time or less as necessary.

Combined with Echinacea in an alcohol-free extract is an excellent way to fight the flu in both adults and children. Put 3-4 drops in juice and give to child every 4 hours for 3 days. Can be combined with peppermint tea which will help open up the nasal passages if congested.

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Note: It is recommended to use all herbs in a liquid format, especially during illness since they can be more easily assimilated by the body for a faster response. They can be used in herbal teas with fresh lemon juice and honey, or in unsweetened juices, preferably fresh squeezed.