AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas Amazing Formulas Echinacea & Goldenseal | 1400 Mg Per Serving | Veggie Capsules Review
Amazing Formulas Echinacea & Goldenseal | 1400 Mg Per Serving | 180 Veggie Capsules is a dietary supplement sold by Amazing Nutrition. The product information on this page lists 1400 mg per serving and 180 veggie capsules, with a serving size of 2 veggie capsules. The label states the product is free of GMOs, gluten and soy, is made in the USA, and is third party tested. The listed SKU is 810112875607. The active ingredients are an Echinacea & Goldenseal Proprietary Herbal Blend providing 1,400 mg in total. Within the blend, the page lists Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) aerial parts from a 10:1 extract, and Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) root from a 4:1 extract. The other ingredients are vegetable cellulose for the capsule, vegetable magnesium stearate, and rice flour. The suggested use reads: as a dietary supplement, adults take two veggie capsules one to two times daily, preferably with a meal. The warnings state that this product is for adults only and is not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medication or have any medical condition, the page advises consulting your doctor before use. It also advises avoiding the product if you are allergic to sunflowers or daisy-like flowers, and to discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. The page shows a price of $14.99, with taxes and shipping calculated at checkout, and marks the item as out of stock. A stock notification form invites shoppers to be notified when the product is available again. Free delivery on all U.S. orders is mentioned in the site header. Product images on the page include the front label, additional product views, and a supplement facts panel image. The page also displays a Frequently Bought Together section, though no items are named in that section on this capture. Several related products appear in the recommendations area, including other Herbal Secrets and Amazing Formulas echinacea and goldenseal or echinacea products in different strengths and capsule counts. These are separate products with their own listings and prices, and they are not the product described on this page.
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
Members Only35 human studies · 17 improved
This product is a blend of echinacea and goldenseal. The label does not say how much of each herb is in the blend, so the echinacea dose cannot be checked against the studies. None of the studies tested goldenseal. A 2025 review of 9 placebo-controlled trials in 3169 children found echinacea shortened respiratory infections, made them less frequent and reduced a med use, though mild side effects were more common [1]. In 201 children over about 4 months, echinacea cut cold days and a med courses compared with vitamin C [2]. In 120 healthy adults taking echinacea extract daily for about five months, fewer people caught viral respiratory infections, and fever days were reduced compared with no treatment [3]. In 80 adults, 200 milligrams daily for 8 weeks raised natural killer cell activity compared with placebo [4]. Not all results agree. A 2014 review of 24 trials in 4631 people found echinacea did not clearly prevent or shorten colds, with only a possible 10 to 20 percent lower risk of catching one [5]. In 407 children over 4 months, echinacea did not change cold length or severity, and rash was more common [6]. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
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- Across 24 placebo-controlled trials with 4631 people, Echinacea did not clearly prevent or shorten colds; individual trials showed non-significant trends, and a combined estimate suggested a possible 10-20% lower risk of catching a cold.Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold.
- In 9 placebo-controlled trials of 3169 children, Echinacea purpurea shortened upper respiratory infections, lowered how often they occurred and reduced a med use, but mild side effects were more common.Efficacy and safety of Echinacea purpurea in treating upper respiratory infections and complications of otitis media in …
- In 16 trials, Echinacea did not prevent colds, and for treatment about half of comparisons beat placebo, with some evidence that preparations from the above-ground parts of Echinacea purpurea help early cold treatment in adults.Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold.
- This review of herbal treatments for children's respiratory infections found the strongest evidence for an African geranium root extract, while Echinacea and other herbal products needed more research.Phytotherapy for acute respiratory tract infections in children: a systematically conducted, comprehensive review.
- In 409 adults with respiratory infections, higher-dose new Echinacea lozenges and sprays cleared viruses faster than conventional lower-dose Echinacea tablets and drops, but time to symptom recovery was not significantly shorter by day 10.Novel Echinacea formulations for the treatment of acute respiratory tract infections in adults-A randomized blinded cont…
- In 407 children aged 2 to 11 given Echinacea purpurea or placebo for up to 3 colds over 4 months, there was no difference in cold duration or severity, and rash was more common with Echinacea.Efficacy and safety of echinacea in treating upper respiratory tract infections in children: a randomized controlled tri…
- In 302 adults taking Echinacea root extract or placebo for 12 weeks, infection rates were not significantly different (29.3% purpurea, 32.0% angustifolia, 36.7% placebo).Echinacea root extracts for the prevention of upper respiratory tract infections: a double-blind, placebo-controlled ran…
- In 282 adults (128 caught a cold), a standardized Echinacea purpurea liquid started at cold onset for 7 days lowered total daily symptom scores by 23.1% versus placebo.Efficacy of a standardized echinacea preparation (Echinilin) for the treatment of the common cold: a randomized, double-…
- In 246 adults who caught a cold, Echinaforce and its concentrated version taken for up to 7 days reduced cold symptoms more than placebo or a special root extract, with similar side effects.Echinaforce and other Echinacea fresh plant preparations in the treatment of the common cold. A randomized, placebo cont…
- In 201 children aged 4 to 12, Echinacea taken three times daily over about 4 months of prevention cut cold days and a med courses compared with vitamin C.Read the study on PubMed (33832544) →
- In 177 adults with a cold-type upper respiratory infection, a herbal solution containing echinacea taken for 5 days relieved cough better than placebo and was well tolerated.Antitussive effect of a fixed combination of Justicia adhatoda, Echinacea purpurea and Eleutherococcus senticosus extrac…
- In a randomized trial of 153 women with low-grade cervical lesions, adding oral Echinacea extracts to vaginal hyaluronic acid led to fewer persistent lesions at 6 and 12 months than hyaluronic acid alone or Echinacea alone, though the sample was limited.Echinacea angustifolia and Echinacea purpurea Supplementation Combined with Vaginal Hyaluronic Acid to Boost the Remissi…
- In 148 students with a new cold, unrefined echinacea taken for up to 10 days did not change cold severity or duration compared with placebo.Treatment of the common cold with unrefined echinacea. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
- In 128 people starting a cold, echinacea juice extract taken for up to 14 days did not shorten the cold or reduce symptoms compared with placebo.Echinacea purpurea therapy for the treatment of the common cold: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical…
- In 125 people treated with laser removal of genital warts, taking an oral Echinacea root extract for 4 months lowered the rate of wart recurrence over 12 months, with the clearest benefit in people over 25.Effect of Immunomodulatory Supplements Based on Echinacea Angustifolia and Echinacea Purpurea on the Posttreatment Relap…
- In 108 people with frequent colds taking 4 ml of echinacea fluid extract twice daily for 8 weeks, the number, duration and severity of colds did not differ from placebo.A randomized controlled trial of the effect of fluid extract of Echinacea purpurea on the incidence and severity of cold…
- In 108 COPD patients with a cold-related flare, the combination of echinacea with zinc, selenium and vitamin C shortened and eased exacerbations compared with placebo, while echinacea alone did not.Echinacea purpurea along with zinc, selenium and vitamin C to alleviate exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary d…
- In 90 hospital workers taking echinacea capsules or placebo for 8 winter weeks, echinacea did not significantly change the number of sick days from upper respiratory symptoms compared with placebo.Effects of echinacea on the frequency of upper respiratory tract symptoms: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlle…
- In 90 children prone to ear infections, taking echinacea at the first sign of each cold for 10 days was linked with more ear infection episodes over 6 months than placebo (65% versus 41%).Echinacea purpurea and osteopathic manipulative treatment in children with recurrent otitis media: a randomized controll…
- In 80 adults with first signs of a cold, Echinacea purpurea shortened the illness to a median of 6 days versus 9 days with placebo.Efficacy of Echinacea purpurea in patients with a common cold. A placebo-controlled, randomised, double-blind clinical t…
- In a placebo-controlled trial of 80 Korean adults, 200 mg daily of Echinacea purpurea extract for 8 weeks significantly increased natural killer cell activity and some blood immune signals compared with placebo, with no adverse reactions reported.A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study on immune improvement effects of ethanolic extract of Echinacea pur…
- In a placebo-controlled trial of 61 people prone to respiratory infections, a blend containing Echinacea purpurea over 60 days produced fewer upper respiratory infections (2 vs 8) and fewer throat symptoms, and changed immune cell cytokine levels.Therapeutic Potential of a Natural Blend of Aronia melancarpa, Lonicera caerulea, and Echinacea purpurea Extracts in Tre…
- In 48 adults taking 2.5 mL of Echinacea purpurea three times daily for 7 days before and after rhinovirus exposure, infection rates were unchanged and colds were not significantly reduced versus placebo.Echinacea purpurea for prevention of experimental rhinovirus colds.
- In 40 healthy young men taking Echinacea purpurea juice for 14 days, immune cell activity and cytokine production did not differ from placebo.Oral administration of freshly expressed juice of Echinacea purpurea herbs fail to stimulate the nonspecific immune resp…
- In 40 healthy young men taking Echinacea purpurea juice for 1 to 2 weeks, lymphocyte counts changed only slightly, with minor differences in two of 12 subgroups that were of doubtful relevance.Effect of oral administration of freshly pressed juice of Echinacea purpurea on the number of various subpopulations of …
- In 32 adults, 4 weeks of Echinacea purpurea compared with placebo kept saliva antibody levels from falling after intense exercise and shortened reported upper airway infection duration from about 8.6 days to 3.4 days, though the number of infections did not differ.Echinacea purpurea and mucosal immunity.
- In 10 volunteers given a single dose of Echinacea purpurea tincture or tablets, both forms lowered two blood inflammatory signals (TNF-alpha and IL-8) 23 hours later, but a third (IL-6) did not change, and the tablets delivered about a quarter of the active compounds.Bioavailability and pharmacokinetics of Echinacea purpurea preparations and their interaction with the immune system.
- In people with upper respiratory infections, the herbal combination KanJang eased cough, mucus, congestion and feeling of sickness more than standard bromhexine treatment, while Echinacea with Eleutherococcus alone matched standard treatment except for fewer coughs.Randomized trial of a fixed combination (KanJang) of herbal extracts containing Adhatoda vasica, Echinacea purpurea and …
- In 120 healthy adults taking 2,400 mg of Echinacea purpurea extract daily for about five months, fewer people developed viral respiratory infections, including COVID-19, and virus loads and fever days were reduced compared with a no-intervention control group.Echinacea Purpurea For the Long-Term Prevention of Viral Respiratory Tract Infections During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Random…
- In people with a natural common cold, taking Echinilin for 7 days reduced total daily symptom scores more than placebo, raised white blood cell counts, and suppressed cold-related production of damaging free radicals by neutrophils.A proprietary extract from the echinacea plant (Echinacea purpurea) enhances systemic immune response during a common co…
- In 80 athletes taking Echinaforce Forte tablets in an open study without a control group, about 75% rated its cold-fighting effect good or very good and 71% had no colds.Open, multicenter study to evaluate the tolerability and efficacy of Echinaforce Forte tablets in athletes.
- In 30 volunteers taking an Echinacea purpurea extract for 8 days, blood tests showed lower levels of some inflammatory signals (TNF-alpha and IL-1beta, up to 24%) and higher levels of an anti-inflammatory signal (IL-10, 13%), but some chemokine signals rose 15%, and the study had no placebo group.Effects of Echinaforce® treatment on ex vivo-stimulated blood cells.
- In a secondary analysis of 401 children with a cold, 55.8% of those given Echinacea got a second cold versus 69.2% on placebo, a 28% lower risk.Echinacea purpurea for prevention of upper respiratory tract infections in children.
- In 31 people with infected purulent soft tissue wounds, adding an Echinacea purpurea tincture with other treatments was reported to speed wound cleansing and healing and to normalize immune measures, though the abstract gives no dose or duration and no placebo comparison.[Applications of immunomodulators in complex of treatment of the soft tissue purulent wounds].
- In a small pilot study, taking Echinacea purpurea tincture for 7 days activated immune T cells within 24 hours, and the effect continued for the full week.The effect of Echinacea purpurea, Astragalus membranaceus and Glycyrrhiza glabra on CD69 expression and immune cell acti…
Review Totals and Summary
Members Only132 reviews · 91% positive
Overall, this echinacea and goldenseal capsule product gets a mostly positive response, with about 132 ratings across the stores. Most buyers are happy, though a few raise serious concerns about what was in the bottle. The Walmart page's star breakdown is strongly positive, with 82 percent of ratings at five stars. **What buyers say it did for them:** Several people take it at the first sign of illness and feel it helps. One said their recovery was "Swift and maybe minor." Others use it in place of a med, such as one who keeps it on hand and says "This works for me.... no going to the doctor." Another has "used it for years." Some newer buyers have not yet judged results and say they will wait and see. **What they complain about:** Complaints are few but serious. One reviewer said the contents were "white powder, no herbs," and another said the bottle was "Not as described" because it weighed just over 6 ounces instead of the listed 12. Both gave one star. Neither the Walmart summary nor the other reviews mention capsule size, taste, aftertaste or side effects. The Walmart summary notes that none of its visible reviews raise problems with dosing or price either. **Taste, smell, pill size or form:** The reviews say nothing about taste, smell or how large the capsules are. The only form-related comments concern the number of capsules, which buyers see as generous. One said it has "a great amount of capsules." The Walmart reviews were for the 180-capsule size. Reviews of other forms of the product were left out. **Value for money:** Price is a clear strength for most. Buyers say "Great price too" and "Best price and quality." One new buyer called it "a fantastic price" and noted more capsules and more milligrams per capsule than competing products. One reviewer also said the higher milligram strength is better. The weight complaint suggests the quantity may not always match what is advertised. **Who it seems to suit and who it did not:** It seems to suit people who already use echinacea and want a higher-strength, larger-count bottle at a low price. Some take it daily and others only when they feel ill. Buyers who value quality ingredients are also pleased, and one said "great quality ingredients." One person likes it because it is "hard to find elsewear." It did not suit the two buyers who felt the product did not match its description, one doubting that it contained herbs at all and the other receiving half the stated weight. Several other reviewers were still waiting to test it, so their ratings reflect packaging and price more than results. The Walmart summary also cautions that its written reviews are a small, short sample, so it is worth checking the product when it arrives.
Biohacker Summary
Members Only3 of 10 recommend it
Six of the ten panelists spoke about echinacea, the main ingredient, and they are split, though most lean positive. Three recommend or use it, mainly for fighting viruses and infections, and one keeps it in a travel pack; another keeps it on hand for immune support and red blood cell production, and one points to clinically studied echinacea and Andrographis formulas for upper respiratory infections. The only dose given was 90 drops of extract in a drink for cough or illness. Two urge caution: one stopped taking it after workouts because he says it interferes with the body's adaptation to exercise stress, and another warns that regular high doses may impede innate immune function, suggesting use only when run down or for no more than four weeks at a time.
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Dr. Mark Hyman · Echinacea · uses
- Includes echinacea in his emergency travel pack of supplements.
- Recommends echinacea as a bitter herb that helps drive out dampness and phlegm, possessing antiviral properties.
- Recommends Echinacea, noting its bitterness, as another good herb for fighting viruses.
- Recommends echinacea for fighting viruses, noting its bitter taste and ability to drive out dampness and phlegm.
Thomas DeLauer · Echinacea · warns
- Used to take Echinacea post-workout but now warns against it, stating that it interferes with the body's natural adaptation to oxidative stress from exercise.
- Recommends taking Echinacea for antioxidant benefits.
- Recommends taking Echinacea for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help with joint stiffness on a ketogenic diet.
- Mentions Echinacea as an important antioxidant that can aid in recovery from cardio.
- Recommends buffering stress with things like echinacea, which have a high antioxidant or polyphenol profile.
Ben Greenfield · Echinacea · neutral
- Notes that Echinacea is an herb that helps with the immune system and, surprisingly, with red blood cells.
- Recommends echinacea to improve oxygen transport capacity, stimulate erythropoiesis production, and increase T-cell activity, leading to massive increases in oxygen availability and a boost in erythropoietin, similar to blood doping.
- Keeps echinacea on hand all the time to help keep his immune system in top condition and notes it also helps with red blood cells and oxygen utilization for athletes.
- Mentions echinacea as something that can increase red blood cell production.
- Says that when he is disciplined about taking his Mike Chlorella formula with Echinacea, he gets a bump in red blood cell production and cold weight loss.
- Recommends echinacea as a substance that can increase erythropoietin, contributing to a higher VO2 max.
- Mentions the amazing echinacea + sauna training hack for building new red blood cells.
- Ben Greenfield started experimenting with AFA, beetroot, and echinacea, which led to a dramatic change in his ability to handle training, improving oxygen uptake and reducing time to fatigue, helping him achieve world record pace in broken swims.
- Notes that echinacea is well-documented for immune support and also has a backstory in helping with red blood cell production.
- Notes that Moxeys Mints are infused with Echinacea root, which can restore and maintain balance in mind and body.
- Discusses goldenseal as an herb that stimulates bile flow, which helps drain metabolic fluid from the head to treat sinus infections.
Dr. Eric Berg · Echinacea · recommends
- Recommends echinacea for bacterial infections.
- Recommends consuming echinacea for infections.
- Recommends echinacea as another good remedy for infections.
- Recommends including 90 drops of Echinacea extract in a natural a med drink for cough or illness.
- Recommends choosing one or two herbs, including echinacea, to help inhibit EBV from coming out of remission.
- States that echinacea is their choice over Tamiflu for the flu.
- Recommends Echinacea as a natural herb that can help suppress viruses, especially the Epstein-Barr virus.
- Discusses a study comparing Echinacea to Tamiflu for the flu, noting that Echinacea had the same efficacy in decreasing symptoms with reduced risk of complications and fewer side effects. He explains that Echinacea has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-migraine effects, and enhances the immune system by increasing monocytes, stimulating neutrophils, and natural killer cells.
- Recommends using a combination of echinacea oil and tea tree oil as a mist for clearing sinuses, suggesting it can be added to a hot bath, nebulizer, or neti pot.
- Dr. Berg states that Goldenseal is one of a number of natural herbal remedies that can have the potential to reduce the pain and inflammation in your knees.
- Dr. Berg lists Goldenseal as a natural herbal a med in the context of a med resistance.
- Lists goldenseal as a natural herbal a med that kills pathogenic bacteria without side effects and doesn't harm friendly bacteria.
Andrew Huberman · Echinacea · neutral
- Explains if common preventatives and treatments such as echinacea work for colds and flu.
- Warns that taking Echinacea regularly at high doses can potentially impede innate immune system function, and suggests reserving its use for when feeling run down or during a single winter month, not continuously or for more than four weeks at a time.
- Mentions Echinacea as a supplement to prevent and treat colds and flu.
- Discusses Echinacea in the context of preventing and treating colds and flu.
Dave Asprey · Echinacea · recommends
- Suggests looking at formulations of echinacea and Andrographis that are clinically studied to reduce upper respiratory infections.
- Notes that Andrographis in combination with echinacea has been studied to reduce respiratory tract viral and bacterial infections.
RAL Summary
Members OnlyTier 2 for Immune Health
A 2025 review of 9 placebo-controlled trials in 3169 children found echinacea cut the length and frequency of respiratory infections [1], and 91% of 132 reviews are positive. The evidence covers only echinacea, not goldenseal, and the amount of each herb in the blend is not stated.
Where the evidence disagrees: 10 of the 35 human studies found no effect.
More Details
Members OnlyBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects
Body systems: Immune system, Respiratory system
Combine with: To support immune function, pair it with vitamin C (500-1000 mg), zinc (15-30 mg, short-term), and vitamin D3 with K2. For respiratory support, add NAC (600 mg) to help thin mucus, quercetin with bromelain to support airway comfort and reduce histamine response, and herbs like mullein or thyme. Elderberry can also complement echinacea during seasonal challenges. Echinacea and goldenseal are generally used in short cycles (about 1-2 weeks) rather than continuously. Goldenseal should be avoided during pregnancy and may interact with medications metabolized by the liver, so consult a healthcare provider before using it.
Possible side effects: Mild side effects were more common with echinacea in children, and rash was more common in one children's trial. Reviews mention no side effects.
Supplement Facts
Echinacea & Goldenseal Proprietary Herbal Blend 1400 mg
| Echinacea & Goldenseal Proprietary Herbal Blend | 1,400 mg | † |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose (Capsule), Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Rice Flour.
Directions: As a dietary supplement, adults take two (2) veggie capsules 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with a meal.
Barcode (UPC) 810112875591 · Label source: Reverseagelab · Report a label change
Other sizes and barcodes: 180 Veggie Capsules, UPC 8 10112 87560 7 (on market)
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