Cochrane Database Syst Rev February 2014 PMID 24554461

Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold.

Marlies Karsch-Völk, Bruce Barrett, David Kiefer, Rudolf Bauer, Karin Ardjomand-Woelkart, Klaus Linde

Mentions

171
Peak: 5 in Oct 2024
across 5 sources since Jan 2017

Extended reach

1,333,744
potential audience

Total likes

3,123

Video views

632,495

Mentions per month

Jan 2017 – Jan 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News117 articles
  • Blogs27 articles
  • Facebook15 posts
  • X / Twitter10 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall discussions reflect a nuanced view, with some posts mentioning the large number of trials and the lack of significant effects, such as the mention that 'none of the 12 prevention comparisons found a statistically significant difference.' Words like 'blando' and 'non conviene' show skepticism about any meaningful benefit, indicating both a cautious tone and engagement with the research findings. The mention of multiple trials and the emphasis on data contribute to the moderate interest and engagement levels, although the impact on broader perceptions appears limited.

AgreementLow agreement

Most posts acknowledge the lack of conclusive evidence supporting Echinacea’s effectiveness, showing moderate disagreement with its touted benefits.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate curiosity about the scientific data, with some discussing detailed trial results.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions reference specific studies and data points, indicating active engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The posts do not seem to drastically influence opinions or public health approaches but highlight awareness of scientific findings.

Abstract in brief

  • Echinacea is commonly used in Europe and North America for colds, but its products vary significantly in composition due to differences in plant material and preparation methods.
  • A systematic review analyzed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Echinacea compared to placebo for cold prevention and treatment.
  • The review included 24 double-blind trials with over 4,600 participants, highlighting the diversity of Echinacea preparations, but specific effectiveness and safety results were not detailed in this summary.

Top posts

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George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and stick to 1-2/week. https://t.co/9wWp2Ys7vb

Oct 13, 2024 · 28 likes · 4 shares · 76,189 followers View post →
Salvo Di Grazia
@MedBunker · X

@Denise03839905 @antonio475317 @PAOLND @leoneduemila Non conviene chiedere al produttore com’è il suo prodotto. Meglio vedere dati migliori che dicono che l’echinacea può avere un blando effetto. Che non è né significativo né sostitutivo dell’antibiotico. Poi certamente ognuno spende i soldi come vuole. https://t.co/o9zS2DIY47 https://t.co/CkrSKMVG4H

Mar 26, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 46,977 followers View post →
George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

Tool number 2: Garlic https://t.co/iHpRl49BsG Tool number 3: Echinacea https://t.co/9wWp2Ys7vb

Jan 31, 2025 · 4 likes · 76,189 followers View post →
tenaciousd.eth/tez |
@tenaciousdnft · X

Article link: https://t.co/nJnyPLOKNc

May 15, 2023 · 1 like · 6,158 followers View post →
Dr. Naomi Wolf. 8 NYT Bestsellers. DPhil, Poetry.
@naomirwolf · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 490,007 followers View post →
diemitdemkrisenstabheult
@WinterFreeda1 · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 3,481 followers View post →

All mentions

George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

Tool number 2: Garlic https://t.co/iHpRl49BsG Tool number 3: Echinacea https://t.co/9wWp2Ys7vb

Jan 31, 2025 · 4 likes · 76,189 followers View post →
Shayne Certo
@shayne_certo · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 14, 2024 · 4 shares · 207 followers View post →
Dr. Naomi Wolf. 8 NYT Bestsellers. DPhil, Poetry.
@naomirwolf · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 490,007 followers View post →
Awakened Princess
@GastricpH · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 1,015 followers View post →
diemitdemkrisenstabheult
@WinterFreeda1 · X

RT @Helios_Movement: Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and…

Oct 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 3,481 followers View post →
George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

Tool number 5: Echinacea This one is a good addition when you do have a cold. Prevention wise, don't use it daily and stick to 1-2/week. https://t.co/9wWp2Ys7vb

Oct 13, 2024 · 28 likes · 4 shares · 76,189 followers View post →
tenaciousd.eth/tez |
@tenaciousdnft · X

Article link: https://t.co/nJnyPLOKNc

May 15, 2023 · 1 like · 6,158 followers View post →
leone2000
@leoneduemila · X

RT @MedBunker: @Denise03839905 @antonio475317 @PAOLND @leoneduemila Non conviene chiedere al produttore com’è il suo prodotto. Meglio veder…

Mar 26, 2021 · 1 share · 272 followers View post →
Salvo Di Grazia
@MedBunker · X

@Denise03839905 @antonio475317 @PAOLND @leoneduemila Non conviene chiedere al produttore com’è il suo prodotto. Meglio vedere dati migliori che dicono che l’echinacea può avere un blando effetto. Che non è né significativo né sostitutivo dell’antibiotico. Poi certamente ognuno spende i soldi come vuole. https://t.co/o9zS2DIY47 https://t.co/CkrSKMVG4H

Mar 26, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 46,977 followers View post →
random pages
@randompagesetc · X

@AyushBate @oyun_oyun3netz Twenty‐four double‐blind trials with 4631 participants including a total of 33 comparisons of Echinacea. None of the 12 prevention comparisons reporting the number of patients with at least one cold episode found a statistically significant difference. https://t.co/9UEZH9wp3o

Feb 3, 2020 · 711 followers View post →