Echinacea-Goldenseal With Olive Leaf
Planetary Herbals
Overview
This product features Echinacea, Goldenseal, and Olive Leaf, which individually have evidence for immune support. Echinacea and Goldenseal are dosed at levels that may provide benefits, but the significant limitations of a proprietary blend for additional ingredients reduce overall confidence in comprehensive efficacy.
The Good
Contains well-researched traditional immune-supporting herbs like Echinacea and Goldenseal.
Echinacea and Olive Leaf are provided at potentially effective doses to support immune function.
Includes a broad spectrum of botanicals, which may offer diverse supportive effects if adequately dosed.
The Bad
Goldenseal is present at a high dose for a product encouraging longer-term use, posing risks of liver toxicity and drug interactions (CYP enzymes).
The proprietary blend masks the individual dosages of several active ingredients (Garlic, Andrographis, Isatis, Dandelion, Licorice, Ginger), making efficacy and safety assessment difficult.
Some ingredients in the proprietary blend (e.g., Licorice Root, Garlic) have known drug interactions or safety concerns at higher doses, which are not quantified.
Is it for you?
Best For: Individuals seeking immune system support, those interested in traditional herbal remedies
Skip If: Pregnant, breastfeeding, have autoimmune conditions, or taking certain medications (e.g., blood thinners, immunosuppressants). Do not use Goldenseal long-term.
Ingredients Analysis
How to Use
Typically, take 1-2 tablets or capsules two to three times daily. Follow label directions for specific dosage.
Daily
Morning & Evening
With food
Who Should Use This
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