Hawthorn

Regulates blood pressure, reduces angina pain

The hawthorn, a small thorny tree belonging to the rose family, has long been a symbol of hope — ancient Greek brides carried it on their wedding day. Herbalists have kept it in their repertoire for thousands of years, but only since the turn of this century has it been explored for a truly hopeful purpose: to heal the human heart.

The small reddish fruits of the hawthorn tree are used as food in many countries. In the 19th century, an