Kerry Bone - The Science and Stories of Herbal Heroes: Echinacea

Today, Kerry delves into his wealth of clinical experience and speaks with us about the traditional use, current research and clinical applications of his favourite herb – Echinacea.

In this Episode:

1:05 - Introducing Professor Kerry Bone

2:25 - Welcome Kerry

2:50 - Kerry’s favourite herb

3:40 - Not just any Echinacea – sourcing and manufacturing the most effective therapeutic compounds

5:45 - Traditional use and research of Echinacea

9:20 - Busting the myth – using Echinacea for autoimmune conditions

14:30 - Clinical indications for Echinacea

17:15 - Using Echinacea as a preventative immune modulator – Kerry’s dosage recommendations

22:10 - Further activity of Echinacea Alkylamides/Phytoendocannabinoid

26:46 - Conclusion and thank you Kerry

Bio: Professor Kerry Bone, as the Director of Research & Development at MediHerb drives innovation in Phytomedicinal Research, with prestigious recognition in the industry of Herbal Medicine.

From co-finding MediHerb in 1986, Kerry’s inspiration for high-quality herbal medicine has paved the way for Naturopathic practitioners in Australia and overseas, reflecting traditional practices, effective extraction techniques, phytochemical analyses, and scientific understanding utilising contemporary research.