Hawthorn berries not only have a really cool name, they also pack some amazing benefits to our health. The berries of hawthorn grow in Europe, North America and Asia. The berries are mildly sweet with a tart and tangy taste. In Chinese medicine, hawthorn berries have been used for thousands of years for digestive problems, heart failure and high blood pressure. It’s no wonder the extracted benefits of the berries can be found in Lotus Love’s Heart Chakra tincture.
Here are 4 impressive benefits of hawthorn berry:- Anti-Inflammatory
Chronic inflammation is the cause of many leading ailments today, linked to diseases including type 2 diabetes, asthma and certain cancers.
In a study on mice with liver disease, hawthorn significantly reduced inflammatory compounds. It also significantly reduced asthma symptoms in mice by decreasing inflammation. These promising results may have big benefit to humans as well.
- Blood-Pressure Lowering
Hawthorn acts as a vasodilator, meaning it has a relaxing affect on blood vessels. This means blood and oxygen can travel around the body more freely allowing blood pressure to lower. In multiple studies of those with mildly elevated blood pressure, 500-1200 mg of hawthorn extract showed indictors of improved blood pressure.
- Anxiety Reducing
Hawthorn has demonstrated a mildly sedating effect.
In another study in 264 people with anxiety, a combination of hawthorn, California poppy flower (extract also found in Lotus Love Heart Chakra Tincture) and magnesium significantly reduced anxiety levels, compared to a placebo.
- Heart Failure
Hawthorn berry is best known for its use alongside traditional medications in the treatment of heart failure.
A review of 14 randomized studies in more than 850 people concluded that those who took hawthorn extract along with their heart failure medications experienced improved heart function and exercise tolerance.
They also experienced less shortness of breath and fatigue (28Trusted Source).
What’s more, a 2-year observational study in 952 people with heart failure found that those supplementing with hawthorn berry extract had less fatigue, shortness of breath, and heart palpitations than people who did not supplement with it.
The group taking hawthorn berry also required fewer medications to manage their heart failure .
Finally, another large study in over 2,600 people with heart failure suggested that supplementing with hawthorn berry may reduce the risk of sudden heart-related death.
People with heart failure are often encouraged to take hawthorn berry in addition to their current medications, as the supplement is considered safe with few side effects.
The Gist
Primarily due to its antioxidant content, hawthorn berry has numerous health effects, especially for your heart.
Studies indicate that it may improve blood pressure and blood fat levels, as well as treat heart failure when combined with standard medications.
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