Equisetum arvense
Country of Origin: Greece
Horsetail or Scouring Rush or Jointed Grass or Puzzle Grass
Horsetail has hemostatic properties and is applied on open wounds to stop the bleeding. It has excellent healing effects on wounds and ulcers and it relieves external inflammation in general. It is also very effective against hemorrhoids.
Horsetail fights urinary tract infections and relieves cystitis, prostatitis and inflammation of the kidneys. It also helps to eliminate sand and stones.
Horsetail helps to prevent arteriosclerosis as it prevents the accumulation of lipids in the arteries. This reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
CAUTION! Horsetail should be avoided during pregnancy
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