Heart & Circulation
Horse Chestnut
Aesculus hippocastanum
Seed of a large European tree — not the edible chestnut despite the shared name. Standardized horse chestnut seed extract is one of the best-studied herbs for leg circulation, with evidence solid enou...
Helps with
- Eases The Heavy, Achy, Swollen Legs Of Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Reduces Leg Swelling And The Visible Appearance Of Varicose Veins
- Strengthens Vein Walls And Reduces Capillary Leakage
- Anti-Inflammatory Action Specific To Blood Vessel Walls
Note Always use standardized extracts (typically 16–20% aescin) — raw seeds, leaves, bark, and unprocessed extracts contain a toxic compound called esculin Note Use caution with blood thinners — horse chestnut has mild anticoagulant action