Is it okay to drink Echinecea tea when you are not sick?

Question

I know it is used to reduce the severity of cold symtoms, but will taking it between colds help prevent me from getting one? Am I just wasting my tea?

Answer 1

Yes it's ok :) Echinacea is an excellent tea for keeping the immune system strong during cold and flu season, and it has been used for centuries. Here is a recipe if you are interested in making some from scratch :)

½ Tsp Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)

½ Tsp Peppermint Leaf (menthe piperita)

½ Tsp Eucalyptus Leaf (eucalyptus globules)

½ Tsp Fresh Lemon Zest

Put a heaping tablespoon full of the mixture into a 16 ounce soup cup and pour boiling water over it. Let it steep for about five minutes, strain and sip while still hot. Drink the tea twice daily with a little honey to sweeten if necessary.