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What it does
Echinacea
Form not confirmedGrade —
Some preparations may slightly reduce cold risk in adults; effects on cold duration remain uncertain.
Ingredients (1)
Other ingredients
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
Calcium CarbonateBuffer
Common calcium salt used as a buffering agent, filler, or mineral fortification in supplements
GelatinCapsule
Protein derived from collagen, used in traditional capsule shells
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Lab testing
How to take it
With or without food
On the label
1 capsule daily.
Price check
$16.54
$0.17 / serving
Near the median of 32 echinacea supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.
Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.