Effervescent Echinacea 1000mg

- Is it Right For You?

When using effervescent echinacea 1000mg, it is important to understand that echinacea should not be used for longer than 6 to 8 weeks at a time. It appears to lose its effectiveness if used for really long periods without a break.

Healthcrafts echinacea effervescent tablets are made with echinacea purpurea, one of the species of echinacea used by herbalists to boost the immune system. They are citrus flavoured tablets, and are not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. They are also not recommended for children under 12 years. Also, if you are on a sodium restricted diet you shouldn't take this product.

Unfortunately, effervescent echinacea 1000mg tablets also contain artificial sweeteners - aspartame and acesulfame K. There are 92 different side effects associated with aspartame, and which ones you experience will depend on your genetic weakensses. This site, which lists aspartame side effects, has this to say on aspartame:

"Aspartame changes the ratio of amino acids in the blood, blocking or lowering the levels of serotonin, tyrosine, dopamine, norepinephrine, and adrenaline. Therefore, it is typical that aspartame symptoms cannot be detected in lab tests and on x-rays. Textbook disorders and diseases may actually be a toxic load as a result of aspartame poisoning."

So, if you are concerned about the possible effects of aspartame side effects on your health, you may want to reconsider using effervescent echinacea 1000mg and find a product that does not contain artifical sweeteners. Most capsules don't contain any artificial sweeteners, neither do most tinctures.

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