Gregory Chandler-Echinacea and Weight Gain

Some individuals seek an increased appetite for purposes of gaining weight.  Many researchers opine that echinacea is helpful to boost appetite.  Echinacea contains active compounds called alkylamides, which interact with receptors in the brain that are involved in appetite control.  When the compounds are bound to the receptors, they increase hunger.

It is advised that one take 800 to 1,200 mg of echinacea immediately before meals for up to 8 g per day. 

Gregory Chandler, Attorney at Law