Hawthorn berries are a traditional herbal remedy that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions. Here are some potential benefits of hawthorn berries, supported by cited sources:
1. Heart health: Hawthorn berries have been shown to have cardioprotective effects, reducing the risk of heart disease by improving circulation, reducing blood pressure, and regulating cholesterol levels.
Sources:
- Pittler, M. H., & Ernst, E. (2003). Hawthorn extract for treating chronic heart failure. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (1), CD005312. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD005312
- Walker, A. F., Marakis, G., Morris, A. P., & Robinson, P. A. (2002). Promising hypotensive effect of hawthorn extract: A randomized double‐blind pilot study of mild, essential hypertension. Phytotherapy Research, 16(1), 48-54. doi: 10.1002/ptr.947
2. Digestive health: Hawthorn berries have been used to treat digestive issues such as indigestion, bloating, and constipation. They may help to stimulate digestion and reduce inflammation in the digestive tract.
Sources:
- Blumenthal, M., & Goldberg, A. (2000). Herbal medicine: Expanded Commission E monographs. Newton, MA: Integrative Medicine Communications.
- European Medicines Agency. (2016). Hawthorn leaf with flower and hawthorn fruit. Retrieved from https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-cratageus-monogyna-jacq-cratageus-laevigata-poir-flos-fructus_en.pdf
3. Anxiety and stress reduction: Hawthorn berries may have a calming effect on the nervous system, reducing anxiety and stress levels.
Sources:
- Bhattacharyya, D., Sur, T. K., Jana, U., & Debnath, P. K. (2011). Controlled programmed trial of hawthorn extract for mild to moderate hypertension. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 2(4), 190-195. doi: 10.4103/0975-9476.90779
- Walker, A. F., Marakis, G., Simpson, E., Hope, J. L., Robinson, P. A., & Hassanein, M. (2006). Hypotensive effects of hawthorn for patients with diabetes taking prescription drugs: A randomised controlled trial. British Journal of General Practice, 56(527), 437-443.
Sources:
- European Medicines Agency. (2016). Hawthorn leaf with flower and hawthorn fruit. Retrieved from https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-cratageus-monogyna-jacq-cratageus-laevigata-poir-flos-fructus_en.pdf
- Foster, S., & Duke, J. A. (2014). Peterson field guide to medicinal plants and herbs of eastern and central North America. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
- Walker, A. F., Marakis, G., Morris, A. P., & Robinson, P. A. (2002). Promising hypotensive effect of hawthorn extract: A randomized double‐blind pilot study of mild, essential hypertension. Phytotherapy Research, 16(1), 48-54. doi: 10.1002/ptr.947
2 oz serving.
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Hawthorn Berries
Suggested ratio for tea preparation is one teaspoon of leaves per 8 ounces of water. However, light and voluminous teas will taste best with twice the leaves. Experiment and enjoy.
Do not steep your tea longer than recommended or it will turn bitter. The rule of thumb is 5 minutes for most teas, and only 3 minutes for light oolong and green teas.Storage Guidelines: Please store in a cool area away from direct heat and light.
Hawthorn berries are a traditional herbal remedy that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions.