Echinacea, also called purple coneflower, is one of the most popular herbs worldwide.

Echinacea was discovered and used as a traditional herbal remedy for more than 400 years by the Great Plains Indian tribes. Today, it’s best known as an over-the-counter herbal remedy for the common cold or flu. However, it’s also used to treat pain, inflammation, migraines and other health issues.

Echinacea plants contain an impressive variety of active compounds, such as caffeic acid, alkamides, phenolic acids, rosmarinic acid, polyacetylenes and many more.

Echinacea benefits health and well-being like few other plants on the planet.

6 Science Informed Reasons to Include Echinacea in Your Dog’s Diet:

1. High in Antioxidants – Echinacea is loaded with antioxidants, such as flavonoids, cichoric acid and rosmarinic acid, which may help defend your dog’s body against oxidative stress. (3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
2. May Have a Positive Effect on the Immune System – numerous studies have found that this plant may help your dog’s immune system combat infections and viruses. (8, 9, 10, 11, 29)
3. May Lower Blood Sugar Levels Lowering Risk of Type 2 Diabetes and Heart disease – Echinacea purpurea extract was shown to suppress enzymes that digest carbohydrates. This would reduce the amount of sugar entering your dog’s blood if consumed. (13, 14, 15, 16)
4. Has Potent Anti-Inflammatory Properties That May Benefit Joint Health – numerous studies point to a significant reduction in inflammation markers. (20, 21, 28)
5. May Help Treat Skin Concerns – Echinacea’s anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties benefit healthy skin. (22, 23, 24)
6. May Offer Protection Against Cancer – studies have shown that echinacea extracts may suppress cancer cell growth and even trigger cancer cell death. (25, 26, 27)