Hawthorn Whole Dried Berries

Description

Latin Name: Crataegus Monogyna

Origin Country: Bulgaria

It is very common for hawthorn berries to develop white spots on their outer skin. This is the natural sucrose maturing in their skin. This is not a damaged or defective product.

Hawthorn’s therapeutic actions come from the berries, flowers and leaves. The total complex of plant constituents is considered valuable as a remedy for those with circulatory and cardiac problems.

It is believed to regulate and support these systems and be beneficial to use in the following conditions:

• It could give relief from cramp-like symptoms.

• Mild congestive heart failure. Believed to increase cardiac output and increase the flow of blood through the coronary arteries.

• Arrhythmia (irregular heart beat) – Thought to counteract rhythm disturbances. High blood pressure – Believed to cause vasodilatation of peripheral blood vessels and lower blood pressure.

• Nervous Heart Disorders (palpitations) – Believed to have a sedative effect on the nervous system which may render it useful in heart conditions where the nerves are involved.

• Heart Weakness – as caused by infectious diseases e.g. pneumonia, scarlet fever and diphtheria. Is believed to restore and support heart function.

• Encourage concentration and memory function as it improves circulation of blood and oxygen to the brain

Decoction: In a pot, bring 3 cups of cold water, 3-4 teaspoons of the hawthorn berries to a simmer. Gently decoct (simmer) for 30 minutes. Strain out herbs and return liquid to pot. . Drink 1-3 cups of tea a day Safe hawthorn doses appear to be between 160 to 1,800 milligrams per day for a three to 24 week time period.

Hawthorn is generally considered safe to use short-term (up to 16 weeks), but possible side effects may include nausea, stomach upset, fatigue, sweating, headache, dizziness, palpitations, nosebleeds. In any case you should consult with your healthcare doctor before using any herb especially if you have health problems.

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