HORSE CHESTNUT bark

Other names: Horse chestnut, horse chestnut

The seeds, leaves and bark of the horse chestnut tree have traditionally been used for medicinal purposes. It originates from India, and today it thrives in most of the Northern Hemisphere.

Basic Properties: anti-inflammatory, analgesic, blood circulation stimulant, strengthening of the walls of blood vessels

Uses: chronic venous insufficiency, hemorrhoids, sprains, edema, phlebitis, prostate hypertrophy, wound healing

How is it used:
For the treatment of thrombophlebitis, the decoction or tincture of the herb (or seed extract) is used.

Special precautions:
Internal use of the dried leaves and bark is generally considered safe for short periods of time, as are modern seed extracts when used strictly according to their instructions.
Rarely can cause stomach upset. However, it should be avoided by people suffering from liver disease.
or kidneys. It is advisable to consult a specialist when using horse chest nut preparations.