Phytochemistry, Mechanisms, and Preclinical Studies of Echinacea …
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- Echinacea is a well-known medicinal plant that has been traditionally used for centuries to treat various ailments, particularly upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs). Its immunomodulatory properties have been extensively studied, and numerous preclinical and clinical studies have demonstrated its efficacy in enhancing immune responses against bacterial and viral pathogens.
- Several in vitro studies have demonstrated the antiviral activity of Echinacea extracts against a range of viruses, including influenza virus, herpes simplex virus (HSV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
- Several studies have demonstrated the antibacterial activity of Echinacea extracts against a wide range of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Streptococcus pneumoniae. The active compounds responsible for this activity are believed to be alkamides, polysaccharides, and caffeic acid derivatives.
- Several studies have demonstrated the antioxidant properties of Echinacea extracts. For example, a study by Lee et al. (2013) showed that Echinacea purpurea extract significantly reduced oxidative stress in human lung epithelial cells.