HORSETAIL

Buy HORSETAIL:

 (equisetum arvense)

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HORSETAIL IS NUTRITION FOR:

HORSETAIL DESCRIPTION:

Horsetail has a very high amount of silica and is also rich in selenium. Silica is found in connective tissues throughout the body and is very important in the building and normal repair of healthy connective tissue.

This is a good herb to help the skin, hair and nails, It is also used a lot for urinary problems.

It has been used for poultices, baths, teas, gargles and mouth washes.

The best dietary source of silica is in whole grains. When we eat denuded grains we are not getting the benefits of this important item, along with a host of other nutrients.

Natures Sunshine Products also has HSN-W, a combination herb that does not contain horsetail, but is also a good source of silica, which may be better for some or one could combine both products.

Common names: Horsetail, shavegrass.

See precautions below please.

HORSETAIL CONTAINS:

Horsetail: Aerial parts, stems and strobilus.

Other ingredients: Gelatin and water capsule.

Properties: Astringent, diuretic, haemostatic, kidney tonic, mineraliser, parasiticide, parasympatholytic (anticholinergic), styptic, vermifuge, vulnerary.

Nutrients: Silica, flavonoids, phenolic acids, sterols, alkaloids, nicotine, calcium, copper, zinc, potassium, aconitic acids, fatty acids.

HORSETAIL PRECAUTIONS:

Take short courses only as otherwise it may cause an inbalance.

If on any drugs for any problem at all, check first to see if this herb is compatible.

If pregnant or lactating seek advice first.

Use only as necessary.

If symptoms persist please see your health professional.

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