HAWTHORN fruit

Hawthorn fruit (Crataegus oxyacanthoeides), Hawthorn

Other Names: Trikokia, Xagkathia, Bourboutzelia, Mourtzia, Tsambournia

Basic Properties : Cardiotonic, Dilates blood vessels, Relaxant, Antioxidant.

Uses: in Hypertension-Hypotension (restores blood pressure to normal), treatment of Angina, mild Heart Failure, poor Memory.

How is it used:
Tea from the leaves and flowers as an infusion: leave in boiling water for 20 minutes and the daily dose is 2-4 grams.
The fruits as a decoction: boil for 10 minutes and the daily dose is 2-4 grams.
For problems with hypertension and poor circulation, it combines well with Achilles, Linden and Ixodes.
Tincture: 2-4 ml of hawthorn tincture three times a day.

Special precautions:
Hawthorn is safe for long-term use. People taking medications should consult their doctor before using hawthorn. There are no obvious restrictions on its use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.