Hawthorn Tincture

INGREDIENTS:  Wild Harvested Hawthorn berry, leaf and flower, Water & Alcohol  INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:  3 full droppers in any beverage 1-2 times a day EXTRACTION PROCESS:  Single extraction ALCOHOL CONTENT: 35-40% PRODUCT DETAILS:  Hawthorn does many great things. Hawthorn is a rich source of polyphenols, which are a powerful antioxidant. In Chinese medicine, hawthorn is one of the most recommended herbs to help treat high blood pressure. There are studies that indicate hawthorn extract can improve blood cholesterol levels thanks to its flavonoid and pectin content. One study showed a reduction in the thickness of harmful plaque buildup in the carotid artery in people. Hawthorn is even used as an alternative anti-depressant with fewer symptoms than a prescription medication! What is a tincture? A tincture is an alcoholic derivative herb. Tinctures are effective in extracting the medicinal components and preserving them for longer periods of time. Tinctures are also simple to use and easily absorbed by the body. This tincture is about 60-65% percent water extracted and 35-40% percent alcohol extracted,  KNOWN MEDICINAL PROPERTIES: May help lower blood pressure and cholesterol. May help with keeping the heart healthy STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS Store in a cool dark place for up to two years SUGGESTED CONSUMPTION LIMITS:   May not be safe with those on a heart medication. Talk to your doctor before taking hawthorn  DISCLAIMER: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate and reliable; however, we do not assume any liability whatsoever for the accuracy and completeness of the above information. Northwood’s Tea and Herb make no claims about what certain herbs or products will do or not do to any individual. It is the individual or customer’s responsibility to further research the particular purpose of any herb we sell. Our products are in whole or ground form and some may be extracted but not altered. This product is not regulated by the FDA.