Hawthorn Tincture

Hawthorn (Crataegus Oxyacantha) tincture is used to help protect against heart disease and control high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Modern studies show that hawthorn increases blood flow in the coronary artery, improves blood circulation to the heart and lowers blood pressure. It has the property of slowing down the heartbeat, reducing palpitations, fatigue and shortness of breath. In addition, a 6-month clinical observation of 64 patients with carotid artery atherosclerosis showed that taking hawthorn reduced the level of serum lipids and promoted plaque stability.
Herbal tinctures are concentrated liquid extracts of herbs, usually steeped in alcohol to extract their valuable active ingredients. Alcohol is often used as it can extract components such as resins and alkaloids that are not water soluble.
Herbal tinctures are used as natural food supplements, as they do not contain chemicals and preservatives. They are very strong and should be consumed according to their instructions, while in cases of serious diseases according to the instructions of the attending physician.
The usual dosage is up to 1ml daily for no more than 8-12 weeks. They should not be consumed during pregnancy and breastfeeding.