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Horse Chestnut exhibits astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. Do not confuse this herb with its North American relative Aesculus glabra, called Buckeye.
The unique actions of Horse Chestnut are on the vessels of the circulatory system. It seems to increase the strength & tone of the veins in particular. Horse Chestnut may also be used internally to aid the body in the treatment of problems such as phlebitis, inflammation in the veins, varicosity, and hemorrhoids.
Externally, Horse Chestnut may be used in a lotion for these same conditions (phlebitis, inflammation in the veins, varicosity, and hemorrhoids), as well as for leg ulcers.
Use Horse Chestnut in combination with other cardiovascular tonics such as Hawthorne, Linden, Ginkgo and Yarrow.
(This herbal ingredient can be purchased from Viable Herbal Solutions in powdered and capsule form as part of our Single Herb sales program, and in capsule form as part of our Combo Herbs sales programs.)
