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Hawthorn is the premier herb for treating the heart and may be taken as a tincture or as a decoction from the dried berries. The delicious fresh berries may be eaten in season to fortify the heart, possibly the mildest way to use the herb.
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Working dogs and those who are subject to physiological stress benefit from hawthorn as a daily supplement, as do older animals who suffer from chronic heart problems. |
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Hawthorn *
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Recipe Instructions:
Decoction
:Crushing the berries makes it easier to extract the active principles. Combine 2 teaspoons of dried berries to each cup of cold water in a covered saucespan. Bring to a boil over a low heat, simmer for 10 minutes. Let steep until cool enough to drink.
Hawthorn syrup may be made by combining 1 part strong berry decoction to 2 parts honey.
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Tags and Uses for this Remedy
- Cardiovascular :Herbal remedies for the heart focus on how to prevent heart disease and maintain cardiovascular health.
- Pet :Cats and dogs have health concerns that mirror our own. However, they can react very differently to herbs and foods we consume with no problem.
- Syrup :Home cough and cold syrups using honey, glycerin and herbs. Recipes for slippery elm cough syrup and old fashioned elderberry rob.
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