Name

Horsetail

Action

Used by herbalists for the genito-urinary system. A natural source of Silicic acid, ashes contain 70% silica. Amongst other uses, as a soothing, non-irritating diuretic. Increases coagulability of blood, remineraliser, anti-atheroma, immune enhancer, white blood cell stimulator. Silica as in Horsetail preserves the elasticity of connective tissue, controls calcium absorption, and is necessary for nails, hair, teeth & the skeleton. It's cleansing properties help to remove urates, uric acid & cellulitis from the system.

Uses

For Fluid Balance, Remineraliser, Overall Health

Food Source

Found In

WATERgo, MAXvits

The data found on these information pages is independent and has been kindly supplied by courtesy of Mr. Thomas Bartram, Fellow, The National Institute of Medical Herbalists. Quotes from ‘Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine’.
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