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Simple Herbal Extracts | Hawthorn

Name	Hawthorn
Botanical Name	Crataegus spp.
Part Used	berry, flower & leaf
Contraindications	None *
Traditional Information*	Hawthorns indications include functional and organic heart weakness with pain, weak tonus of the heart muscle, angina, valvular insufficiency, mitral valve prolapse, venous stasis, poor capillary and venous integrity and varicose veins. Hawthorn lowers cholesterol levels, lowers blood pressure and prevents deposition of plaque on arterial walls. This herb may potentiate other heart medications, i.e. Lanoxin, Digoxin. Hawthorn is also of benefit for connective tissue disorders and ADD (disturbed Shen).

Herbal Therapeutics Research Library, David Winston (RH) AHG

*Disclaimer: The information on historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a professional health care advisor.