What is Hawthorn Extract?

Hawthorn extract is a common hedgerow plant in Europe known for its deep, red berries and sharp thorns. Also spelled hawthorne, the berries have been employed for centuries in traditional Western herbalism for their wellness supporting properties. Hawthorn berry has historically been incorporated into jams, cordials, liquid extracts, and herbal syrups. Our hawthorn powder is ground from organic Crataegus monogyna berries. Hawthorn berry powder can be encapsulated, tinctured, or infused.

Hawthorn leaf, flower, and berry have been praised over the centuries for their heart elevating properties. Believed to uplift and strengthen both the physical and emotional heart, hawthorn, as it supports healthy cardiovascular function, was also revered for ceremonial and spiritual purposes. The flavorful red berries have been used in candies, jams, jellies, wines, and cordials and are widely available in many forms as dietary supplements.

Basic Information:

Hawthorn Extract Benefits:

1.Blood Pressure

Containing a plethora of powerful s, Hawthorn Berries are known to be potent vasodilators, helping to keep high blood pressure (hypertension) in check. In 2002 a 10 week study was conducted on 38 volunteers who had been diagnosed with hypertension. Half of the subjects were given 500mg of Hawthorn extract and 600mg of the mineral Magnesium daily, while the other half received a placebo.

2.Heart Failure

Hawthorn extract have been extensively studied in relation to congestive heart failure, with findings concurring that symptoms such as shortness of breath and tiredness can be dramatically improved. One study found that 900mg daily of Hawthorn Berry extract was as effective at managing the symptoms of congestive heart failure as its pharmaceutical counterpart.

3.Angina

Finally, angina sufferers can greatly benefit from this herb. One study found that 100mg of Hawthorn extract taken 3 times a day decreased angina in 91% of the participants as opposed to only 37% in the placebo group. It is thought this effect is down to the ability of Hawthorn to increase blood flow to the heart by dilating both peripheral and coronary blood vessels.

4. Powerhouse

Whilst hawthorn extract are most notorious for their contribution to heart health, running a close second are the phenomenal amount of powerful s they contain. They are especially high in oligomeric procyanidins (OPCs) and it is this particular class of s that seem to be responsible for Hawthorn’s many health benefits. They enhance the activity of vitamins A, C and E, improve circulation, strengthen capillaries, reduce inflammation, boost the immune system, protect against atherosclerosis, are effective s for the brain and nerve tissue and enhance connective tissue health. They have also been shown to reduce histamine production, making OPCs useful in the treatment of allergies.

5.Digestive Health

Standardized hawthorn extract stimulate bile and gastric secretions, aiding in the digestion of stagnant food in the GI tract, especially that which is rich in fats or protein.They also contain various organic compounds that interact with gut flora to improve the digestion of nutrients.

Application of Hawthorn Berry Extract Powder:
(1). It is applied in food field, mainly as a functional food additive, added into a various of food;
(2). It is applied in health food field, it can be used in health product as a wide range of raw materials;
(3). It is applied in pharmaceutical field, it is used to treat coronary heart disease, angina cordis, bradycardia and high heart rate arrhythmia.

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