{"product_id":"φυτικό-εκχύλισμα-echinacea","title":"Herbal Echinacea extract","description":"\u003cp\u003eEchinacea is one of the best-known herbs, widely used to strengthen the immune system.\u003cbr\u003e- It has antibacterial and antiviral properties\u003cbr\u003e- It contributes to the transport of oxygen in the blood and helps in the production of\u003cbr\u003ered blood cells, thereby improving their ability to carry\u003cbr\u003eoxygen. \u003cbr\u003e- Echinacea also has a therapeutic effect on the skin. It is administered for the\u003cbr\u003etreatment of acne, dry skin and acts as an anti-ageing agent.\u003cbr\u003e- It enhances intestinal motility and has a laxative effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eECHINACEA CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinacea (Echinacea angustifolia) is a perennial herb of the sunflower family,\u003cbr\u003eoriginating from the northern and western regions of North America.\u003cbr\u003eThis plant can reach 60–180 cm in height and 25 cm in width.\u003cbr\u003eIts flowering period is from July to September. During this time,\u003cbr\u003ethe tall stems of the plant bear beautiful single pink and purple flowers\u003cbr\u003ewhich attract bees and other insects. The leaves of the herb are\u003cbr\u003edark green, narrow, oval with pointed tips. It is resistant to temperatures\u003cbr\u003efrom -25 to -40 degrees Celsius. The plant is undemanding and its\u003cbr\u003ecultivation is considered easy. Today, echinacea is cultivated in many parts\u003cbr\u003eof the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinacea takes its name from the Greek word “echinos,” meaning hedgehog, thanks to the spiky “hairy” part at the base of the flower. As the plant originates from regions of North America, it has long been an important herb for Native Americans. Tribes living in areas where the plant grew had discovered its healing properties and incorporated it into their medical practices. They used it to treat scars and burns, as well as various infections and poisonous bites. It was also part of their diet, as they chewed pieces of its roots and prepared and consumed a juice and decoction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROPERTIES – BENEFITS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinacea has many therapeutic actions. Some of its best-known\u003cbr\u003eproperties are:\u003cbr\u003e- It has antibacterial and antiviral properties\u003cbr\u003e- It contributes to the transport of oxygen in the blood and helps in the production\u003cbr\u003eof red blood cells, thereby improving their ability to carry\u003cbr\u003eoxygen. \u003cbr\u003e- Echinacea also has a therapeutic effect on the skin. It is administered for the\u003cbr\u003etreatment of acne and dry skin and acts as an anti-aging agent.\u003cbr\u003e- It enhances intestinal motility and has a laxative effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHINESE MEDICINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchinacea, known as Zi Zhu Hua, is valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its ability to move and tonify the blood, clear toxins, strengthen kidney function and provide analgesic action. It activates the lung and spleen meridians.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPOSITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAlcohol (in variable proportions 50% - 60%) leaves and root of the plant echinacea angustifolia. Drinkable, natural extract from mother tincture (D1).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF ECHINACEA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epentadecadiene, pentadecene, ketoalkynes, ketoalkenes, alkamides, polyalkenes,\u003cbr\u003epolyalkynes, caffeic acid, polysaccharides, phenolic compounds, sesquiterpenes and\u003cbr\u003eother constituents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSTRUCTIONS FOR USE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 30 drops diluted in 1\/2 glass of water\u003cbr\u003e- 1–2 times a day for a specific period of time or according to the instructions\u003cbr\u003eof your doctor or pharmacist.\u003cbr\u003e- 20′ before food\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRECAUTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The consumption of the tincture should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.\u003cbr\u003e- If you are taking medication, consult your doctor\u003cbr\u003ebefore use.\u003cbr\u003e- Combining and mixing herbs is allowed only after consulting a doctor or\u003cbr\u003epharmacist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003cem\u003e The content of the text is for informational purposes only and in no case\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003edoes not replace medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"50ml with a dropper","offer_id":41679642853558,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml with cap","offer_id":41679642886326,"sku":null,"price":21.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8775\/0070\/products\/Z7N_1846-Edit.jpg?v=1697897031","url":"https:\/\/ivgerinospharmacy.com\/en\/products\/herbal-extract-echinacea","provider":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}