HORSETAIL
(bottle brush, shavegrass)
Source:
Stems.
Content:
Aconitic acid, calcium, copper,
equisitine, fatty acids, fluorine, nicotine, pantothenic acid,
para-aminobenzoic acid, silica, sodium, starch, zinc.
Uses:
Diuretic. Recommended for:
arthritis, bone diseases such as osteoporosis and rickets, bronchitis,
cardiovascular disease, edema, gallbladder disorders, inflammation,
muscle cramps, and prostate disorders. Increases calcium absorption,
promotes healthy skin, strengthens bone, hair, nails, and teeth.
Promotes healing of broken bones and connective tissue. Used in poultice
form to depress bleeding and accelerate healing of burns and wounds.
Strengthens the heart and lungs.
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