Organic Hawthorn Berries Leaves & Flowers - FRESH BATCH Free Shipping

Buyer Gets 4 oz. Bag

🌿 Description

Hawthorn (Crataegus species) is a small thorny tree or shrub native to Europe, North America, and Asia. Its leaves, flowers, and berries are widely used in herbal medicine. The plant is known for its clusters of white to pink flowers and small red fruits. Traditionally, hawthorn has been called a “heart herb” due to its strong association with cardiovascular health.


💚 Health Benefits of Hawthorn Leaf & Flower

1. Heart & Circulation Support

Helps strengthen the heart muscle and improve blood flow.

May assist in regulating blood pressure (both high and low).

Improves coronary artery blood supply.



2. Antioxidant Protection

Rich in flavonoids and oligomeric procyanidins, which protect cells from oxidative stress.



3. Mild Relaxant

Can calm anxiety, stress, and nervous tension.

Traditionally used to soothe palpitations linked to stress.



4. Supports Cholesterol Balance

May help reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while improving HDL (“good”) cholesterol.



5. General Heart Health

Used for long-term support of conditions like mild congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and angina (only under medical supervision).


🍶 How to Make Hawthorn Leaf & Flower Tincture

With Alcohol (Traditional Method)

Ingredients

1 part dried hawthorn leaves & flowers (by weight)

5 parts alcohol (vodka, brandy, or 40–50% ethanol)


Steps

1. Place dried hawthorn leaves & flowers into a clean glass jar.


2. Cover with alcohol, making sure the herb is fully submerged.


3. Seal the jar and store in a cool, dark place for 4–6 weeks.


4. Shake gently every 1–2 days.


5. After 4–6 weeks, strain through cheesecloth and store in amber glass bottles.



Dosage (traditional herbal practice): 20–30 drops (1–2 ml) in water, up to 3 times daily.


Alcohol-Free (Glycerite Method)

Ingredients

1 part dried hawthorn leaves & flowers

3 parts vegetable glycerin + 1 part water (to dilute glycerin slightly)


Steps

1. Mix glycerin and water in a jar.


2. Add hawthorn leaves & flowers.


3. Store for 4–6 weeks, shaking regularly.


4. Strain and store in amber bottles.



Note: Shelf life is usually shorter (about 1 year) compared to alcohol tinctures (2–3 years).

⚠️ Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal supplement, especially if you have heart conditions, take prescription medications (such as beta blockers, digoxin, or blood pressure medicine), are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Do not replace prescribed medications with hawthorn without medical supervision.