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| Horsetail was used by the ancient Roman
and Chinese physicians to treat wounds by using it externally. Horsetail is rich in nutrients, especially high in silicon. It is the richest plant source of this element, in the form of the compound monosilicic acid (10%)--which the body can readily use. Silica, which has a valuable astringent, or binding, quality, facilitates the absorption of calcium by the body; calcium nourishes nails, hair, bones and connective tissues. Helps prevent osteoporosis and can be used to treat bone fractures. Commission E, the expert panel that judges botanicals for the German government, approves using Horsetail for kidney stones and for general health of the urinary tract. One of the most effective herbal remedies for cystitis, benign enlargement of the prostate and gout. It's a diuretic--it increases urine output, but it also depletes your body of Potassium. A hemostatic, a blood cleanser, and a connective tissue tonic being rich in silica. Its use is indicated in urinary infections, bladder irritation, "urgent urination" from inflammation and stones and it has stone removing action. Horsetail helps promote healing of broken bones and supplies nutrients to bone tissues. It is an important component in a formula that supplies usable calcium and other minerals to help in the treatment of osteoporosis and in the prevention of bone loss. Horsetail also helps reduce toxicity in the blood, helps clear infectious fevers and According to naturopathic physicians, Selenium and Silicon (both found in Horsetail) both help promote circulation to the scalp and thus help maintain hair. A number of studies shows that silicon plays an important role in the health and resilience of both cartilage and connective tissues such as tendons. It also boosts your iron.
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