Immune Booster Tincture

Benefits:
Elderberry activates the immune system and could increase the symptoms of autoimmune diseases.
Echinacea  is a good immune stimulant. It has some mild antibiotic and antiviral properties in
addition to the strong immune stimulant actions and helps move lymph.

Herb Details:

Echinacea 
Latin Name: Echinacea purpurea, E. angustifolia
Family: Asteraceae
Common Names: Echinacea, purple coneflower, black
Sampson, Indian head
Parts used: Root, flower
Herbal Actions: alterative, antibacterial, antioxidant,
antiviral, immune stimulant, lymphatic
Safety: Pregnancy and lactation safe. May aggravate
autoimmune disorders.
Drug Interactions: No significant interactions have been
reported.

Elderberry
Latin Name: Sambucus nigra
Family: Adoxaceae
Common Names: Elder, elderberry, elderflower
Parts Used: Flower, berry, leaf
Safety: Activates the immune system and may worsen
autoimmune conditions; avoid during cytokine storms due to
potential increased cytokine production;  elderberry is
safe during pregnancy and lactation; interferes with
immunosuppressant medications.

Tinctures: Tinctures are alcohol extracts of herbs. They act a little more quickly in the body and are very portable. Tinctures can be taken alone or mixed with a little juice or water.

Recommended Servings for Humans

For chronic or maintenance issues, twice daily is usually sufficient. For acute situations, dosing can be done more frequently.

Tinctures for Adults: 1/4 to 1 teaspoon 2-3 times daily.

DO NOT use herbs on children without consulting a physician.

*These statements have not been verified by the FDA and is only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product.

None of these items or statements are approved by FDA. Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. All information here is for entertainment and educational purposes only.