Modern day Horsetail first appeared during the Jurassic period and is rich in minerals, especially silica. Silica has been noted for its ability to support collagen supply, fostering healthy joints, bones, hair and nails. For centuries Horsetail has been used by herbalists as a diuretic in spring tonics. Organic Connections loose Horsetail has a slightly salty and bitter taste and is ideal for making tea with as its been cut and sifted. Using eco-friendly harvesting techniques, Organic Connection supplies the finest in organic herbs and spices. [CUT & SIFTED]
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Organic Horsetail (Shavegrass) Herb (Equisetum arvense L.)
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Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage
Ideal for making tea
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Horsetail
By: Articles by a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)
From hair care and
skin health, to bone support and
osteoporosis, horsetail is sure to please...
Horsetail was traditionally used as a diuretic in spring tonics. Spring tonic herbal combinations provide a gentle cleanse of the body as it changes from the winter mode of storage and hibernation to the vital and energetic warm seasons. Horsetail also contains a significant amount of silica, which is considered an essential trace mineral for human health. It forms structural components of bone and connective tissue, such as
collagen. It is especially needed during the early phase of bone mineralization and is found in high concentrations in the bony growth plates.
It also forms elastin, a connective tissue that is responsible for the elasticity of connective tissue found in the skin, lungs and blood vessels. silica levels decline with age and a deficiency of silica may lead to degeneration of the vessels, bones and connective tissue that is commonly seen in the elderly. Horsetail is commonly recommended by natural health care practitioners for support of bone and connective tissue, osteoporosis, poor growth of hair, skin and nails and swelling.
Horsetail can be used as a dried herb, encapsulated herb, tincture or tea. The silica content of may be found on the product label. This is an assurance of the quality of the herb. Horsetail can be found as a component of formulas for vein health and urinary infections. Silica is also commonly used as a gel that is sourced from mineral deposits as opposed to horsetail. These supplements do not have the diuretic properties of horsetail products.
There are possible interactions between horsetail and heart medication, anti-seizure medications, diuretics and lithium because of horsetail’s diuretic properties. Horsetail inhibits the absorption of vitamin B1 and supplementation is advisable if you use horsetail for long periods of time.
Horsetail – Quick Facts
Parts Used
· Stems And Leaves.
Applications
· Support Of Bone And Connective Tissue, Osteoporosis, Poor Growth Of Hair, Skin And Nails, Swelling
Optimum Dosage
· 900mg Daily (Standardized To 10% Silica). (Clinical Doses May Be Higher As Recommended By Your Practitioner).
Works Well With
·
Multi Minerals,
Calcium,
Magnesium,
Boron, Essential Fatty Acids
Important Information
· Those On Heart Medication, Anti-Seizure Medications, Diuretics And Lithium Should Use Horsetail Cautiously.
· Long-Term Horsetail Use May Cause Deficiency Of Vitamin B1.
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Horsetail
By: Articles by a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)
From hair care and
skin health, to bone support and
osteoporosis, horsetail is sure to please...
Horsetail was traditionally used as a diuretic in spring tonics. Spring tonic herbal combinations provide a gentle cleanse of the body as it changes from the winter mode of storage and hibernation to the vital and energetic warm seasons. Horsetail also contains a significant amount of silica, which is considered an essential trace mineral for human health. It forms structural components of bone and connective tissue, such as
collagen. It is especially needed during the early phase of bone mineralization and is found in high concentrations in the bony growth plates.
It also forms elastin, a connective tissue that is responsible for the elasticity of connective tissue found in the skin, lungs and blood vessels. silica levels decline with age and a deficiency of silica may lead to degeneration of the vessels, bones and connective tissue that is commonly seen in the elderly. Horsetail is commonly recommended by natural health care practitioners for support of bone and connective tissue, osteoporosis, poor growth of hair, skin and nails and swelling.
Horsetail can be used as a dried herb, encapsulated herb, tincture or tea. The silica content of may be found on the product label. This is an assurance of the quality of the herb. Horsetail can be found as a component of formulas for vein health and urinary infections. Silica is also commonly used as a gel that is sourced from mineral deposits as opposed to horsetail. These supplements do not have the diuretic properties of horsetail products.
There are possible interactions between horsetail and heart medication, anti-seizure medications, diuretics and lithium because of horsetail’s diuretic properties. Horsetail inhibits the absorption of vitamin B1 and supplementation is advisable if you use horsetail for long periods of time.
Horsetail – Quick Facts
Parts Used
· Stems And Leaves.
Applications
· Support Of Bone And Connective Tissue, Osteoporosis, Poor Growth Of Hair, Skin And Nails, Swelling
Optimum Dosage
· 900mg Daily (Standardized To 10% Silica). (Clinical Doses May Be Higher As Recommended By Your Practitioner).
Works Well With
·
Multi Minerals,
Calcium,
Magnesium,
Boron, Essential Fatty Acids
Important Information
· Those On Heart Medication, Anti-Seizure Medications, Diuretics And Lithium Should Use Horsetail Cautiously.
· Long-Term Horsetail Use May Cause Deficiency Of Vitamin B1.
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