Hawthorn (flower and leaf)

Category Details Ingredient Crataegus laevigata (Hawthorn, often the leaves, flowers and/or berries). Format Dried herbs (bulk). Directions for Use Dosage: Bring 3 tablespoons of herbs to a boil. Water volume: Use 1 liter of water. Infusion: Cover and steep for 20 minutes. Filtering: Strain (filter) before drinking. Dosage Drink 2 to 3 cups per day. Traditional Uses of Hawthorn Hawthorn is traditionally used in herbal medicine for: Cardiovascular Support: It is a major cardiac tonic. It is used to: Improve blood circulation from the heart. Strengthen the heart muscle. Help regulate an irregular heartbeat (mild palpitations). Blood Pressure: Help slightly lower blood pressure (mild hypotensive effect). Nervous System: Have a calming effect on the nervous system, particularly when anxiety is associated with cardiac symptoms (nervous palpitations).