Description
Hawthorn Tincture
Hawthorn is a long-used herb in traditional herbal practice, best known for heart and circulation support. This small-batch tincture is made from the leaves, flowers, and berries of the plant, extracted in vodka.
Botanical details
- Common name: Hawthorn (Mayflower, Quickthorn, Thornapple)
- Scientific name: Crataegus oxyacantha
- Plant family: Rosaceae
- Parts used: Leaves, flowers, berries
- Taste: Sweet and somewhat sour (berries), sour
- Qualities: Cooling and moist (berries), cooling and drying (flowers and leaves)
- Size: 2 oz amber bottle
Traditional uses
Traditionally used to support:
- Heart and circulation health
- Healthy heart muscle tone and resilience
- Healthy circulation and blood vessel health
- Healthy blood pressure balance
- Protection from everyday oxidative stress
- Healthy fluid balance and elimination
- Healthy digestion
- Relaxation, calm, and emotional well-being
- Feeling steady and supported during stressful times
Suggested use
Shake well. Take 1 to 5 dropperfuls (1 dropperful is approximately 1 mL), up to 3 times daily, in water or juice.
Herbal actions
Antioxidant, antiphlogistic, astringent, cardiac tonic, cardiotonic, digestive, diuretic, hyper- and hypotensive.
Contraindications
- Generally considered safe, but those on heart medications should consult with a healthcare provider before use as it may interact with these medications.
- Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
