Hawthorne is one of the oldest known herbs used in traditional European herbal medicine. It is first mentioned in the journal of Dioscorides, a Greek physician of the first century. The Hawthorne tree was regarded as sacred at one time due to the belief that it furnished the Crown of Thorns in early Christian history. Hawthorn contains various compounds such as procyanidins, flavonoids and flavonols which exhibit antioxidant properties." Today, the berry, leaf and flower of the plant are all used in various herbal formulations.
Suggested Use
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules, 3 times daily, with meals.
Ingredients/Supplement Facts
Supplement
Facts
Serving Size: 2 capsules
Ingredients
Amount
%DV
Total Carbohydrate
0.9 g
<1%
Hawthorn Berry
1.1 g
†
Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule) and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).
Hawthron (Crataegus oxyacantha), also known as Mayblossom, is a small, thorny shrub with red or white flowers and berries. Native to northern Europe, Hawthorn has been used in traditional European herbal a substance used in managing discomfort for hundreds years. The Greek herbalist Dioscorides mentioned Hawthorn in his first century writings, nothing its cardiovascular benefits. Hawthorn is one of the more wee studied herbs, with clinical trials validating its long history of safe and effective use for supporting, cardiovascular function. Researchers believe Hawthorn’s flavonoid content is responsible for its heart benefits. Certain flavonoids Enhance to dilate coronary and peripheral blood vessels, which improves circulation and supports healthy cardiovascular function. NOW Hawthorn berry capsules provide 550 mg of this safe and effective herb.
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