Hawthorn / Motherwort Plus

Cardiovascular Tonic. Hawthorn berries contain flavonoids that can act beneficially on the heart/cardiovascular system and connective tissue. This formula is considered a restorative and nutritive tonic for the heart.

Contents: Hawthorn berries, Motherwort flowering herb, Bilberry leaf, Chinese Ginkgo leaf, Indian Gotu Kola herb, Ginger root and Sea Kelp in a base containing concentrated Alfalfa leaf extract. 15 to 30 drops 3 times daily with last dose just before bedtime. Recommended to be taken for 6-12 months consecutively for best results. Not recommended if nursing or pregnant.

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Ingredient descriptions:

Hawthorn berry (Crataegus sp.)

Actions: Cardiac tonic, hypotensive.

Common Use: Hawthorn berries provide us with one of the best tonic remedies for the heart and circulatory system, they act in a normalizing way upon the heart by either stimulating or depressing its activity, depending on the need. In other words, hawthorn berries will move the heart to normal function in a gentle way. For best results hawthorn is recommended to be taken for 6-12 months consecutively. Inform your doctor of your hawthorn berry use if taking Digitalis medication.

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Motherwort flowering herb (Leonurus cardiaca)

Actions: Cardiac tonic, sedative, nervine, antispasmodic, emmenagogue.

Common Use: The name of this plant show its range of uses. 'Motherwort' shows its relevance to menstrual and uterine conditions (due to its alkaloid content) while 'cardiaca' indicates its use in heart and circulation treatments (due to its glycoside content). It has been shown to calm palpitations and normalize heart functions in general. Recently, Motherwort extract was shown to inhibit myocardial cells, improve mesenteric circulation and increase coronary perfusion, in other words, to improve several aspects of coronary health. As a nervine this herb is particularly effective in treating menstrual and uterine conditions, especially those influenced by anxiety or tension such as delayed or suppressed menstruation, menopausal changes and false labor pains.

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Bilberry fruit (Vaccinium myrtillus)

Actions: Antiseptic, astringent, circulatory, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.

Common Uses: Bilberry contains over 15 anthocyanosides which help to maintain the integrity of capillaries, stabilize collagen and are also potent antioxidants. Numerous clinical studies have shown Bilberry to be effective in the treatment of circulation disorders, varicose veins and other venous and arterial problems. Bilberry has also been promising in dealing with vision disorders, helping with eye strain and visual acuity, retinal disturbances, day and night blindness, myopia, pigmentary retinitis and diabetic induced cataracts. Studies have also shown that Bilberry can act as a coadjutant in hemo-ralopy and diabetic retinopathy and can stimulate rhodopsin production. Not recommended individually for long term use.

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Ginkgo leaf (Ginko biloba)

Actions: Mental alertness, circulatory stimulant, antioxidant.

Common Use: One of the most interesting herbs of the last few years, Ginkgo improves brain function, including memory and alertness, protects blood vessels, im-proves circulation, and is a powerful antioxidant. Also acts on a wide range of vascular conditions, including verti-go, tinnitus, neurological disorders, Alzheimer's disease, memory and concentration problems, diminished intellec-tual capacity due to insufficient circulation and complications of stroke and skull injuries. European studies have also shown Ginkgo leaf to "correct erection failures" in 50% of the patients studied.

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Gotu Kola herb (Centella asiatica)

Actions: Tonic, depurative, diuretic, alterative, adaptogen, circulatory tonic.

Common Use: Gotu kola is useful as a brain food to rebuild energy reserves and stamina. It can increase mental and physical power, combat stress and improve reflexes. It is known to relieve high blood pressure, and is said to be a valuable relief for depression and mental problems by helping with mental fatigue, senility, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and memory loss. Also neutralizes blood toxins and helps balance hormones and relax the nerves.

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Ginger root (Zingiber officinale)

Actions: Stimulant, carminative, rubefacient, diaphoretic, stomachic, sialagogue, antioxidant.

Common Use: Ginger may be helpful as a stimulant of the peripheral circulation in cases of bad circulation, chilblains and cramps. It is also used as a remedy for digestive problems, sore throats and as a promoter of perspiration in treating fevers. Japanese researchers have discovered cardiac-tonic principles in ginger root. It is also said to be used with other herbs to enhance their effectiveness.

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Kelp (Laminaria species) or Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus)

Actions: Alterative, antirheumatic, antibacterial, antibiotic, cardiac tonic, antioxidant.

Common Uses: One of the richest sources of micro-nutrition, minerals, and trace minerals, kelp is especially high in iodine and potassium. It has proved most useful in the activation of underactive thyroid function and for alkalizing blood chemistry. The extensive research done on this remarkable seaweed has shown it to haveantibiotic, antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Kelp also has the ability to protect against environmental toxins, increase circulation and help lower cholesterol, among other benefits.

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Alfalfa whole herb and leaf (Medicago sativa)

Actions: Nutritive, tonic, alterative, depurative.

Common Uses: Alfalfa leaves are a very rich source of many valuable nutrients including protein, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, all the known vitamins, trace minerals, carotene, chlorophyll and more. It is helpful for every condition of the body whether it be maintaining or regaining health.

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