Hawthorne Berry Granules

Crataegus monogyna

Research has shown that hawthorn extracts improve heart function. Essentially, hawthorn assists the heart to be a more efficient pump. It achieves this by improving the heart muscle’s metabolism – dilating the coronary blood vessels which improves the blood and oxygen supply to the heart, allowing better and more stable, rhythmic contractions. In addition, it is a peripheral vasodilator – opening up blood vessels in the arms and legs, thereby facilitating a better flow of blood throughout the body. The bioflavonoids and proanthocyanidins also act as powerful antioxidants, protecting collagen, blood vessels and other tissue from oxidising damage.

With regard to horses, hawthorn’s effects on peripheral circulation makes it valuable for treating conditions such as navicular and laminitis. Indeed, horses and ponies suffering from these ailments have been observed seeking out the new growth on hawthorn bushes/trees. It also has applications for bleeders and horses suffering heart strain.

It is important to remember that hawthorn, like many herbs, is not a “quick fix”. It takes time for change to occur and hawthorn’s effects are best realised when the appropriate dose is taken over a reasonable period of time – weeks or months. Any application of hawthorn to serious heart issues should be done in consultation with your vet/herbalist.

ACTIONS include: Cardiac tonic, coronary and peripheral vasodilator, antioxidant.

Available in 1kg.