Question for Jade :)

Hi Jade :)I have a question for you. I know you're not a doctor or anything, but you are very knowledgeable when it comes to herbs and vitamins. Are Chamomille and Echinea part of the ragweed family like pollen is? In the herb/vitamin books, do you know if there is any mention of these herbs being possibly bad for anybody with asmtha?Thank you!!MariaRelated Link:Maria In Mass

Maria,Wrong family with the echinacea:) Here is Prescription's comments on the herb: Also called coneflower....Caution: Should not be used by those who are allergic to plants in the sunflower family." What I know I have read is that often if you do have a pollen sensitivity or allergy, echinacea can trigger a reaction. I am sensitive to pollen and have not had problems, but I would definitely be wary if you have asthma.With the chamomile, Prescription for Nutritional Healing's Caution is "Should not be used for long periods of time, as this may lead to ragweed allergy. Should not be used by those who are allergic to ragweed." Mindell's Herb Bible indicates that chamomile is " a member of the daisy family, and anyone who is allergic to other members of the daisy family, including ragweed, should steer clear of this herb. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or allergist."Hope this helps a bit....Bye for now,Jade> I have a question for you. I know you're not a doctor> or anything, but you are very knowledgeable when it> comes to herbs and vitamins. Are Chamomille and> Echinea part of the ragweed family like pollen is? In> the herb/vitamin books, do you know if there is any> mention of these herbs being possibly bad for anybody> with asmtha?> Thank you!!> > opinion too> Maria