The Science of WinterWell
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) leaf is
traditionally used in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese medicine to support
healthy upper respiratory tract function.1,2 Double-blind,
placebo controlled clinical trials support the traditional use of
Andrographis.3,4 In clinical trials with over 1300 subjects,
Andrographis proved effective taken alone or combined with other herbal
ingredients.5,6
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) is related to common basil and
in the Ayurvedic tradition the leaves are used to support healthy upper
respiratory tract function.7-9 Research has shown that Holy Basil
holds numerous potential health benefits, including support of healthy
immune system function.10
Ashwagandha (Withania
somnifera) is renowned as an herbal adaptogen. In the Indian Ayurvedic
tradition the root is used as a Rasayana, a dietary supplement or practice
promoting rejuvenation, mental and physical health, as well as providing a
defense against aging and challenging environmental factors.11
Research has shown that Ashwagandha root extracts support healthy immune
system function.12-14
Trikatu or the ‘three
pungent spices’, is a traditional formula used to support healthy upper
respiratory tract function.15 It consists of equal parts of Long
Pepper fruit (Piper longum), Black Pepper fruit (Piper nigrum),
and Ginger root (Zingiber officinale). It can also enhance the
bioavailability of other herbal products taken at the same time.16,17
References below.
Directions
1 capsule, two to
three times per day or as directed by your health care practitioner. Not for
use during pregnancy. If you are nursing a baby or taking any prescription
drugs, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.
Not to be taken by children under 12. Keep out of reach of children.
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References
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Bombay, India: Popular Prakashan; 1976:101-3.
2. Tu G et al. (eds.). Pharmacopoeia of the
People’s Republic of China. Guangzhou, China: Guangdong Science and
Technology Press; 1992:90.
3. Cáceres DD et al. Use of visual analogue
scale measurements (VAS) to assess the effectiveness of standardized
Andrographis paniculata extract SHA-10 in reducing the symptoms of
common cold. A randomized double blind-placebo study.
Phytomedicine. 1999;6:217-23.
4. Melchior J et al. Controlled clinical study
of standardized Andrographis paniculata extract in common cold – a
pilot study. Phytomedicine.
1996/97;3:315-8.
5. Coon JT, Ernst E. Andrographis paniculta
in the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections: A systematic review
of safety and efficacy. Planta Med. 2004;70:293-8.
6. Poolsup N et al. Andrographis paniculata
in the symptomatic treatment of uncomplicated upper respiratory tract
infection: Systematic review of randomized controlled trials. J Clin
Pharm Ther. 2004;29:37-45.
7. Jain SK and DeFilipps RA. Medicinal
Plants of India. Vol. 1. Algonac, MI: Reference Publications; 1991:3723.
8. Kirtikar KR, Basu BD, An ICS. Indian
Medicinal Plants. Vol. 3. Dehra Dun, India: Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal
Singh; 1994:1965-8.
9. Nadkarni AK. Indian Materia Medica.
Vol. 1. Bombay, India: Popular Prakashan; 1976:865-7.
10. Godhwani A, et al. Ocimum sanctum –
a preliminary study evaluating its immunoregulatory profile in albino rats.
J Ethnopharmacol. 1988;24:193-8.2004;134:1948-52.
11. Bhattacharya A et al. Antioxidant effect
of Withania somnifera glycowithanolides in chronic footshock
stress-induced perturbations of oxidative free radical scavenging enzymes
and lipid peroxidation in rat frontal cortex and striatum. J
Ethnopharmacol. 2001;74:1-6.
12. Dhuley JN. Effect of some Indian herbs on
macrophage functions in ochratoxin A treated mice. J Ethnopharmacol.
1997;58:15-20.
13. Dhuley JN. Therapeutic efficacy of
ashwagandha against experimental aspergillosis in mice. Immunopharmacol
Immunotoxicol. 1998;20:191-8
14. Ziauddin M et al. Studies on the
immunomodulatory effects of ashwagandha. J Ethnopharmacol.
1996;50:69-76.
15. Dash VB, Junius AMM. A Handbook of
Ayurveda. New Delhi, India: Concept Publishing; 1983:195-196.
16. Shoda G et al. Influence of piperine on
the pharmacokinetics of curcumin in animals and human volunteers. Planta
Med. 1998;64:353-6.
17. Lambert JD et al. Piperine enhances the
bioavailability of the tea polyphenol (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate in
mice. J Nutr. |
