Cold and flu season is in full swing. And if you come down with another case of the sniffles, you may turn to the supplement aisle for additional immune support. A common ingredient that you’ll find ...

(CBS/AP) Think echinacea is good for the common cold? Don't bet on it. The largest study yet of the herbal remedy showed that cold sufferers who took it didn't benefit. The study - of more than 700 ...

We’re nearing the height of cold and flu season, and if you’re starting to feel a little under the weather, you’ve probably heard of a supplement that might help ease your symptoms: echinacea.

You might recognize echinacea as an ingredient in the tea and cough drops tucked away in many a kitchen cupboard. A popular remedy for the cold and flu, some now claim this herb can prevent COVID-19.

Echinacea is a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae, and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Native to North America, it was originally used by indigenous tribes ...

Supplements are gaining popularity amongst the health conscious. With notable studies and research, herbal medicine is proving effective at remedying a number of ailments. One particular supplement ...

Echinacea is indigenous to North America, but is now widely grown throughout Europe. Echinacea is a common plant in North America, with purple or white flowers which grow in height to approximately ...

Echinacea may reduce your chances of catching a cold or respiratory infection. Most studies recommend short-term supplementation, anywhere from 10 days to 5 months. Echinacea may not be safe for those ...