Echinacea Extract - Tooth and Gums Tonic Ingredients

A pretty purple daisy is what most people see when they look at Echinacea.  While Echinacea is part of the daisy family, it is also a widely used medicinal herb.  Studies may argue back and forth about the medicinal value of plants, their active ingredients and overall effectiveness but the historical use of Echinacea speaks for itself.

Echinacea angustifolia was used for hundreds of years by Native American Indian tribes near and around the plains of the Midwest and other hospitable environments for this prairie-loving plant.  Highly prized for its medicinal qualities, Echinacea was mainly used to treat sore throats, swollen glands, coughs and as an analgesic to reduce swelling, pain and increase blood flow.

Echinacea Extract is Highly Recommended

Echinacea Extract is highly recommended for use in dental maladies. Products like Tooth & Gums Tonic include this medicinal herb not just for its anti-inflammatory properties but for its naturally occurring antibiotic called echinacoside.  Echinacoside helps destroy germs and minor infections in the gums.  Because it’s an analgesic it can soothe achy gums and teeth as well.Modern non-dental medical uses for Echinacea include strengthening ones general immunity. 

By increasing the bloods production of T-cells among other effects, Echinacea extract can trigger strong immune responses which aid the body while it tries to fight off infection.“The Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database”, lists Echinacea Extract as “likely safe when used orally and appropriately”. 

This plant is usually tolerated well and has few known side effects.People interested in growing this plant for home use will need a meadow-like area, preferably in higher elevation areas.  It is a 4 foot tall plant that grows well where the winters are cold (zones 4-9). Harvest the plant when it is in full bloom.  All parts of the plant may be used but the roots are considered more potent while the flowers can combine with other herbs to make an excellent tea for coughs and sore throats.