Hawthorn
Hawthorn is known as a valuable medicinal herb dating back to the Middle Ages. Western herbalists refer to it as the ìfood for the heartî because it increases blood flow to the heart muscles and aids in restoring a normal heartbeat.
Health Benefits:
Cardiovascular health
Stress reduction
Health Condition:
Cardiovascular Disease
Anxiety
Depression
Method of Use:
Tea
Ingest
Tincture
Alternative Names:
Crataegus oxyacantha; C. manogyna (Rosaceae)
Cultural Narrative
One community member describes Hawthorn as very helpful for the heart on both the physical and spiritual levels. They describe it as teaching us about how to both protect and open our hearts through its resilience and responsiveness to the environment. They also describe it as teaching us about creating space for liberation in our hearts. There have been clinical trials and research confirming the benefits of this herb. Research confirmed the benefits of hawthorn having high bioflavonoids and proanthocyanin increasing the flow of blood to the heart muscles and reducing symptoms of angina. It has also been proven to help lower blood pressure, help kidneys and bladder stones and improve poor memory.
Content here is for informational purposes only. As with all medicines, please consult with your physician before use.