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Megan Bumps
Is the seed of echinacea also a valid medicinal part of the plant? I bought a tincture that included it with the other parts of the plant, but I don’t know if the chemical concentrations in the seeds would render it toxic or less useful in some way.
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Dr. Patrick Jones
The seed contains high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids and is purported to have some anti-inflammatory and immune boosting properties. I’ve never used it and haven’t seen enough research to vouch for efficacy or safety at this point.
The root has mountains of research and is very safe.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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Tanzi Lynn
I made a tincture from seed a couple years back and holy smokes, it’s flavor profile is way different.  If you’ve ever nibbled on a seed or two and had that tingling sensation that’s exactly what this tincture is like. Right now I’m just using it for myself and hopefully a few family members of I can bribe them, lol.  I haven’t noticed any negative effects…. but thats just my personal experience and not research.  Because of the strong flavor/effect in the mouth I probably wouldn’t give it to kids.
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