What are the preparations for Hawthorn?
Hawthorn tincture
It is easy to make your own heart boosting hawthorn tincture. To prepare the tincture, you will
need the following ingredients
*2/3 oz. hawyhorn leaves
*2/3 oz. hawthorn flowers
*3 ½ oz. 100-proof alcohol
Place the hawthorn leaves and flowers in a jar with the alcohol. Allow this mixture to stand for 10
days. Strain the liquid and store it in a small dropper bottle. Take 20 drops of this tincture each
morning and evening.
Healing Tea Mixtures For high blood pressure and angina
*¾ oz. hawthorn flowers
*¾ oz. valerian root
*¾ oz. lemon-balm leaves
Use 1 tsp. of the herb mixture per cup of boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for 10 min., and
then strain. This tea mixture lowers blood pressure and also has a calming effect on the
nerves
Hawthorn berry tea
The berries of the hawthorn plant also contain a number of active ingredients that have a
beneficial effect on the cardio-vascular system. The berries are available fresh or dried at health
food stores and herbal shops. To maximize the curative potential of the very team prepare it as
follows
1. To soften fresh or dried hawthorn berries, soak them at room
temperature for at least 12 hr in lukewarm water. Use 2 tsp. of berries per cup of water.
2. Strain the liquid and reserve it. The liquid will retain the berries active ingredients.
3. Sweeten the berry liquid with honey to taste and heat to the desired temperature. Drink 2-3 cups
of the tea daily.
For irregular heartbeat
1. ¾ oz. hawthorn flowers
2. ¾ oz. hawthorn leaves
3. ¾ oz. valerian root
4. Use 1-2 tsp. of the herb mixture per cup of boiling water
5. Steep for 10 minutes and then strain
This tea regulates racing heartbeats and palpitations, particularly in
people with heart-rhythm disorders. It also helps to relieve nervousness.
For a weak heart
1. ¾ oz. hawthorn flowers
2. ¾ oz. hawthorn leaves
3. 3/3 oz. goldenrod
4. Use 1-2 tsp. of the herb mixture per cup of boiling water
5. Steep the herbs for 10 minutes strain
This tea strengthens the heart and helps it pump efficiently. It also has
a diuretic effect that helps to counter fluid retention (edema)
Sources:
• Herbal Companies
• Local Health Shops
• Registered Herbal Supplement Stores
• Online Market
What are the precautions using Hawthorn?
Due to its hypotensive property, Hawthorn should be taken cautiously by
women with low blood pressure. Also, it is known to cause mild diarrhea. So it is recommended to
take plenty of water when the mild diarrhea occurs.
Mild diarrhea doesn’t occur when Hawthorn berries are used as tinctures or
encapsulated. Additionally, avoid using this herb if you are taking Digoxin or Phenylephrine.
Knowing all these facts, this herb should not be taken by pregnant and breastfeeding
women.
If you are a woman who is interested on taking this herb, it would be best
for you to seek advice from your physician or you may visit Online for clarifications.
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