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Ginkgo leaf
(G. biloba)* |
Indicated in
cases of chronic cerebral vascular insufficiency such as vascular
insufficiency headaches, diabetic retinopathy, tinnitis, poor memory
and senility. It has both bronchiodilator and anti-inflammatory
properties useful in treating asthma. Ginkgo is also used for
peripheral arterial insufficiency, varicose veins and impotence
caused by impaired circulation.
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Collinsonia
fresh root, leaf and flower
(C. canadensis)
* |
Indicated
primarily for pelvic and venous congestion such as recent
hemorrhoids and varicose veins, benign prostatic hypertrophy and
chronic laryngitis. It is also used for urinary calculi,
diverticulosis, colitis, mitral valve prolapse and chronic heart
weakness. |
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Hawthorn
berry, leaf and flower
(Crataegus monogyna)
* |
Indications
include functional and organic heart weakness with pain, weak tonus
of the heart muscle, angina, valvular insufficiency, mitral valve
prolapse, heart murmur, venous stasis, poor capillary and venous
integrity and varicose veins. Hawthorn lowers cholesterol levels,
lowers blood pressure and prevents deposition of plaque on arterial
walls. This herb may potentiate other heart medications, i.e.
digitalis.
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Horse
Chestnut seed
(Aesculus hippocastanum) * |
Has been
researched extensively in Europe. It has been found to be an
effective remedy for varicose veins, spider veins and hemorrhoids.
It is a powerful agent for increasing tonus of the veins, arteries
and capillaries.
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Cinnamon
bark
(Cinnamomum cassia) * |
An effective
and pleasant tasting circulatory stimulant. It improves peripheral
circulation especially to the small capillaries and is useful for
spider veins and Raynaud's disease.
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Lycium
fruit
(Lycium chinense) * |
A rich source
of flavanoid compounds which strengthen vascular integrity. In
Traditional Chinese Medicine it is used to especially increase
circulation to the lower extremities, i. e. cold feet, varicose
veins, peripheral neuropathy and also to strengthen the eyes and
visual acuity.
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Bibliography: |
Lloyd, J. U.
A Treatise on Crataegus
Lloyd, J. U. A Treatise on Collinsonia
Weiss, R. Herbal Medicine, 1985
Bartran, T. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, 1995
Bombardelli, Morazzoni and Griffini Aesculus hippocastanum
Fitotherapia #6 pp. 483-511, 1996 |
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*Herbal
Therapeutics Research Library
Author: David Winston (RH) AHG
©2007
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library. All rights reserved |
Disclaimer: The information on
historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and
traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and
research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for
consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any
attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the
direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author
are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences
resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should
you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any
preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a
professional health care advisor. |