Product Name : Horsetail Powder Extract
Latin Name: Equisetum arvense L.
Specification: Silica acid 7%
Country of Origin :China

       Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), an herbal remedy dating back to at least ancient Roman and Greek medicine, was used traditionally to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems. The name Equisetum is derived from the Latin roots equus, meaning "horse" and seta, meaning "bristle."

Today, horsetail continues to have medicinal values. The plant's stems are rich in silica and silicic acids, which help mend broken bones and form collagen, an important protein found in connective tissue, skin, bone, cartilage, and ligaments. Horsetail is also used to treat infections of the urinary tract, kidney and bladder stones, and as topical therapy for burns and wounds.

Function:
1、Diuretic & Kidney Problems
The most notable use for horsetail is as a mild diuretic (''water pill'') to increase urination and lessen swelling, and as a remedy for various bladder and kidney problems (including kidney stones and bladder infections). Horsetail is an excellent astringent for the genito-urinary system, reducing hemorrhage and healing wounds thanks to the high silica content. It is also invaluable in the treatment of incontinence and bed wetting in children. It is considered a specific in cases of inflammation or benign enlargement of the prostate gland.
2、Osteoporosis
The essential element, silica, is presented in very large amounts in horsetail. Silica is necessary for the body to properly utilize calcium. Many people diagnosed with calcium deficiencies are not deficient in calcium at all, they actually lack silica in their diets so that the calcium is not properly utilized by the body and forms deposits. So some experts have suggested that silica is a vital component for bone and cartilage formations. This would indicate that horsetail may be beneficial in preventing osteoporosis. 
3、Arthritis and atherosclerosis
Horsetail’s high content in silica might help explain its use in conditions of arthritis and atherosclerosis, since both joint and arterial tissue are rich in silica.
4、Brittle nails
Anecdotal reports suggest that horsetail may be of some use in the treatment of brittle nails¹⁰. This may be due to the high content of silicic acid and silicates in horsetail, which provide approximately 2 to 3% elemental silicon.
5、Wound healing
Horsetail can be used both internally and externally to decrease inflammation and promote wound healing. It is excellent for healing wounds, strengthening connective tissue and because of its styptic properties it helps to heal bleeding ulcers. Avoid use with anti-hypertensive drugs.
Safety
Horsetail remedies prepared from Equisetum arvense are generally considered safe. However, you should not take horsetail if you have edema (excessive fluid in body tissue) associated with heart or kidney problems.

Dosage

Adequate fluid should be consumed when taking horsetail preparations orally. A daily dosage of 500-800mg 7% standardized horsetail silica is recommended (equaling to 2 to 3 g dried horsetail herb), prepared by pouring boiled water. Drink during the day between meals.

Chemistry:

The horsetail extract is standardized to 7% silicic acid. 

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