Hawthorn

Name: Hawthorn
Scientific name: Crataegus species
Possible uses: angina, high cholesterol, heart health, reduce incidence of strokes and heart attacks, heart tonic, hypertension, increases flow of blood and oxygen to and from the heart, relaxes and dilates arteries, atherosclerosis, increase strength and endurance, palpitations, arrhythmia, angina, SOB, indigestion, kidney stones, sore throat, depression, nervousness, insomnia, arthritis, joint pain, stiffness, diuretic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,antispasmodic
Side effect: headache, rash, nausea, dizziness, sweating, agitation, palpitations
Part of plant used:  berry
Active constituents: oligomeric procyandins
Contraindications: pregnancy, children under 12
Possible drug interactions: digoxin

Sources
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