Echinacea Purpurea Extract is derived from the "Purple Coneflower," a North American perennial that has become one of the most widely used botanical supplements in the world. Originally a cornerstone of Indigenous American medicine, it was utilized for everything from snakebites to toothaches and chronic coughs. In the late 19th century, it was popularized by "Eclectic" physicians and has since been the subject of hundreds of clinical trials aimed at understanding its unique ability to modulate the human immune system.

Modern science identifies three main groups of active compounds in Echinacea purpurea: Alkylamides, Polysaccharides, and Cichoric acid. Unlike synthetic immune stimulants, Echinacea is an "immunomodulator," meaning it helps the body’s defense system find its natural balance. It is particularly noted for its "non-specific" immune activation—stimulating the activity of phagocytes (cells that ingest harmful bacteria) and increasing natural killer (NK) cell activity. This makes it a go-to extract for the first sign of seasonal wellness challenges.

• Standardized Polyphenol Content: Often standardized to specific levels of Cichoric acid or total phenols to ensure consistent antioxidant and immune-regulating potency.
• Alkylamide Bioavailability: Contains high levels of alkylamides, which are responsible for the "tingling" sensation on the tongue and are known to interact with cannabinoid receptors (CB2) to modulate inflammatory responses.
• Phagocytosis Stimulation: Clinically recognized for its ability to enhance the mobility and efficiency of white blood cells, allowing the body to respond more rapidly to external pathogens.
• Hyaluronidase Inhibition: Helps inhibit the enzyme hyaluronidase, which certain pathogens use to break down connective tissue, effectively helping to "wall off" infections.