Echinacea Tea: Alternative to the Flu Shot

Echinacea is a very old and a classic herbal remedy. It was used by the Native Americans for treating snake bites and septic wounds. The European pioneers that traveled to America used it to treat infections. It is amazing immunity booster that you can actually take instead of getting the yearly flu shot. Echinacea contains natural antibiotic properties, that helps to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi and other disease-causing microbes. It works by stimulating the production of white blood cells, our natural infection fighters. Drink one cup a day to help boost immunity from colds, flu and other common illnesses that come during the year. 

Your local grocery store should carry this brand/tea. It's more likely found at a Randall's/Safe-Way/Hannaford store; they tend (in my experience) to carry more of a "health concerned" items. Traditional Medicinals tea sells very common herbal teas, like dandelion root, nettle, and chamomile. This tea comes in a packet of 16, and it was for about $8.00. The instructions are printed on the box, as well as the tea packet. It also has the supplement facts printed on both as well. 

The tea is steeped for 10-15 minutes. I steep mine for 10. It has a slight peppermint/chamomile taste that is very easy to drink. I drink mine before I go to bed since it's caffeine free. On the packet, it says to drink 5-6 cups a day, but I believe for that's if you're sick. 




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