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| Hawthorn |
Hawthorn is a herb, used to deal with circulatory
problems since hundreds of years, may help control heart disease
symptoms by reducing oxidation of LDL, the "bad" cholesterol.
Hawthorn's effectiveness can be traced to its high
attention of polyphenols, a family of antioxidants. Hawthorn
has been used to remedy other heart conditions as well, including
angina, atherosclerosis, and hypertension.
Sources
Hawthorn is available in the following forms: liquid
and solid extracts, tinctures, and capsules. Tea can be made from
dried Hawthorn berries, leaves, or flowers. For highest benefit,
purchase identical products.
USES
Hawthorn
has been used for heart failure, rough heart beat (arrhythmia),
heart pain (angina), high or low blood pressure and for blood
flow. In the early stages of heart disease, Hawthorn
execute better than the drug digitalis and with less side effects.
However, Hawthorn is only for people in the early
stages of heart diseases, and is not as fast acting as some recommended
medications. Some herbal supplement products have been found to
contain possibly unsafe impurities. Check with your pharmacist
for more details regarding the specific product you use.
How to Use Hawthorn
Take the product by mouth as directed. Keep to all directions
on the product package. If you are doubtful about any information,
consult to your doctor. If your condition is serious, seek immediate
medical attention. Your condition may require prescription medication
and/or medical supervision
Side
Effects
Hawthorn
should be used under medical supervision. In suggested doses,
Hawthorn may seldom cause palpitations (irregular
heart beat), sweating, gastrointestinal symptoms such as upset
stomach, mild rash, pain, dizziness, fatigue, agitation or sleeplessness.
Those at risk of low blood pressure should use cautiously by elderly
people and Hawthorn.
Precautions
If you have any of the above health troubles, consult your doctor
before using this product. Ask your doctor about the safe use
of this product. Hawthorn cannot be recommended
during pregnancy or breast-feeding. Because of the potential risk
to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not
recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. People,
who are allergic or hypersensitive to Hawthorn, should avoid its
use.
Storage
Keep this product at room temperature.
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