Our top 3 herbs for the immune system

They go hand in hand: winter and viruses. Fortunately, your body has an impressive system that can protect you: the immune system. In our assortment You'll find many herbs that have a supportive effect on this. Don't know where to start? We're happy to help you get started and explain our top 3 herbs below: Echinacea, Scots Pine and Spilanthes.

Echinacea and your resistance

Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea L.), also known as purple coneflower, is now cultivated all over the world. This flower originates from North America, where Native American tribes used it for snake, dog, and insect bites. The root was also chewed to stimulate the immune system and for its soothing effect on the throat. This stimulating effect on the immune system was adopted by the early colonists, and in 1871, the first Echinacea product appeared on the commercial market. Numerous studies and scientific reports followed, and today you still find Echinacea in our own medicine cabinets. This is not surprising, as this plant is a so-called 'immunomodulator' and actually contributes to the proper functioning of our immune system**. In addition, it can provide additional relief for recurring upper respiratory infections**, provide relief from an irritated or scratchy throat**, and contribute to maintaining urinary tract health**.

Scots Pine and the respiratory tract

The Scots Pine (Pinus Sylvestris L.) is native to Northern, Eastern, and Central Europe, Western Asia, Scotland, and Spain. This tree is also used medicinally in various cultures and countries. Hippocrates already recommended the resin, needles, and buds because they were said to be good for the respiratory tract and for maintaining supple joints. Hildegard of Bingen also considered the Scots Pine as very useful for humans. Today the Scots Pine Still used today for its beneficial effect on the throat and blocked airways.** It is said to help you breathe more freely.** This effect is mainly due to the plant's essential oil and resins. This herb also combines well with Echinacea.

Spilanthes and its effect on microorganisms

Spilanthes (Spilanthes Oleracea Jacq.) is also called ABC herb or champagne leaf. It is native to Africa and South America and can therefore sometimes be more effective for people from these regions than Echinacea. Peoples of both continents are said to have independently discovered its beneficial effects on teeth and urinary tract health. It has a strong, pungent flavor. Like Echinacea, this herb can support the immune system. In addition, the plant is also attributed with antimicrobial and antiseptic properties, primarily due to the alkaloid spilanthol. Along with Echinacea, we consider this herb a valuable addition to your medicine cabinet. In fact, Spilanthes and Echinacea can enhance each other's effects and can be combined effectively to support the immune system.

What else can you do?

Also take a look at our, for example Black Elderberry Tincture or Solstice ComplexOf course, your immune system needs much more to function properly. Your overall lifestyle affects this. In addition to supporting your immune system with herbs, also consider your diet, adequate rest, sleep, and exercise, hygiene, and, when necessary, support your body with vitamins and minerals that the immune system needs. Think of vitamin D, vitamin C, or zinc.

**Health claims pending European approval

Source: Great Handbook of Medicinal Plants, Dr.Geert Verhelst, 11^and Busy