Hawthorn
Crataegus monogyna
also known as May tree, Whitethorn, Crataegus
Moderate (mild heart failure)
A flowering hedge plant whose leaves, flowers, and berries support cardiac contractility and mild heart failure under medical supervision.
- Supports mild heart failure (NYHA Class I-II)
- Strengthens cardiac contractility
- Modestly lowers blood pressure
- Provides antioxidant proanthocyanidins
- Approved by Commission E for cardiac support
- Used since the first century
Active in Proanthocyanidins (OPCs), Vitexin, Flavonoids, Triterpenes.
Use caution with cardiac medications (digoxin, beta blockers, ACE inhibitors)
Use caution with blood pressure medications
Always coordinate use with a cardiologist if used for heart conditions
Insufficient data in pregnancy
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