Horsetail

A primitive plant whose ancestors towered over the dinosaurs, now a knee-high relic with the highest silica content of any common herb. Used traditionally for nails, hair, bones, and as a mild diureti...

• Rich Source Of Plant Silica, Which The Body Uses In Connective Tissue, Hair, And Nails
• Mild Diuretic Action
• Traditional Use For Urinary Tract Support
• Topical Use For Minor Wounds And Skin Healing

Note Contains thiaminase, an enzyme that breaks down vitamin B1 (thiamine) — long-term internal use can cause B1 deficiency Note Look for thiaminase-free preparations (the enzyme is destroyed by heat, so well-prepared tinctures and decoctions are safer than fresh or dried plant)