Re: [gardeners] echinaceae
jaime (gardeners@globalgarden.com)
Fri, 6 Feb 1998 11:38:58 -0400
Jane Burdekin wrote:
> I use a combination echinacea/goldenseal capsule if I feel like I am coming
> down with something. I am using it now as a preventative med because my
> son has a cold, and he is taking 2 caps 2-3 times a day.
Jane, be very careful using goldenseal on a regular basis for
too long. In general, 3 months is the maximum recommended
prescription. I can provide detailed information about what
this herb has been used for historically, if you are interested.
Jaime