Hawthorn, thistle, oak, hawthorn (crataegus spp). ID: 561-41

Thorny shrubs and trees of different varieties, growing in the northern temperate zones.

Crataegus laevigata It is the European variety, while crataegus pinnatifida grows in northern China and is also used as a medicinal herb.

In the Middle Ages it was described as a symbol of hope and was administered for many diseases.

Today it is mainly used for heart and circulatory disorders and especially for angina. Western herbalists consider it literally "heart food", which improves blood flow to the heart muscle and restores heart rate to normal.

Hawthorn allows the restoration of hypotension and hypertension, tachycardia and arrhythmia.

It is also antispasmodic and sedative, as well as very effective in combating insomnia due to nervous tension.

Reduces hot flashes of the nervous system as well as angina. In addition, Hawthorn protects against atherosclerosis and has a beneficial effect on blood vessels

Also used against indigestion and diarrhea.

In combination with ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba), Hawthorn is used to enhance poor memory. It works by improving blood circulation to the head and therefore increasing the amount of oxygen to the brain.

Decoction : For diarrhea

Tincture : For hypertension.

Infusion : To improve peripheral blood circulation and regulate blood pressure, Cardiotonic.

Action : Peripheral vasodilator, blood pressure regulator, cardiotonic, astringent, relaxant, antioxidant.

Basic Ingredients : biofabonoid glycosides (routine and quercetin), triterpenoids, procyanidins, polyphenols, saponins, tannins, coumarins, trace elements.

How to use : Infusion, decoction, tincture, juice by mashing the fruits in the blender.