Cistus Incanus, also known as Rock Rose is rich in Omega 3, 6, 9 and an excellent Immune builder. High in Antioxidants, bioflavonoids, and polyphenols, a natural antibiotic, it is a great way to fight virus’s. Reduces Cardiovascular disease, Respiratory illnesses, and fights Candida. Candida overgrowth can cause digestive tract health issues, and Aspergillus infections are dangerous to the immune system as well as the respiratory system (Sharma, 1993). Since Cistus can address both of these types of fungi is vital for those who struggle with fungal infections, including toxic mold exposure. The antifungal properties of Cistus make it an essential part of natural healing protocols for those experiencing a mold-induced illness. Cistus Incanus contains potent antiviral properties and prevents viral infection by attacking viral envelope proteins. Viral envelope proteins are proteins lodged in the capsule of a virus — the shell-like layer that encapsulates the viral DNA or RNA. Viral DNA and RNA consist of the genetic material a virus incorporates to replicate once it is in a host cell. Viral envelope proteins help viruses fasten to and enter host cells and then proceed to replicate their DNA and RNA. Since viruses cannot reproduce independently, they require access to a host cell so they can reproduce and create more viruses (Lodish, 2000). After a virus acquires access to a host cell and starts the process of replication, this interferes with normal host cell processes, which, in part, causes the symptoms of viral illnesses. The strategy of a virus is often devious; however, Cistus incanus inhibits the action of the viral envelope proteins in different types of viruses, which then prevents this entire process from happening. Cistus exhibits a capacity to prevent both the Ebola virus and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) from fastening to host cells. Long-term (24 weeks) animal studies show that there are no resistant HIV viruses found against Cistus. Also, it is thought that the multiple antiviral components in Cistus are what provides its efficacy against Ebola — which has eluded pharmaceutical treatment procedures. This has important implications in the treatments of these severe health concerns since HIV proves resistance to many of the current pharmaceutical antiviral therapies. Currently, there are no approved antiviral therapies for effectively addressing the Ebola virus (Rebensburg et al., 2015). Indeed, these are severe issues, but it’s encouraging to know that a plant such as Cistus Incanus could close this particular gap in medical treatment. Cistus also demonstrates antiviral activity against Influenza A virus. Because this virus can mutate quite rapidly and evade pharmaceutical treatments, Influenza A is considered a dangerous infection. Cistus is known as being successful in treating Influenza A. It targets the virus itself and also helps reduce the symptoms by dampening the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines — immune system molecules released due to viral provocation that causes bodily inflammation (Hudson, 2009). Lastly, Cistus could be an effective treatment option for those viruses that attack the upper respiratory tract. In at least one human study, Cistus reduced symptoms and inflammatory biomarkers related to upper respiratory tract infections. (Kalus, 2009) Weighs 60.00 grams.
