Angina pectoris hawthorn

Native Americans used hawthorn as a diuretic for kidney and bladder disorders and to treat stomachaches, stimulate appetite, and improve circulation. The flowers and berries have astringent properties and can be used to treat sore throats in the form of haw jelly or haw marmalade. Today, hawthorn is promoted for the treatment of heart failure, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, angina pectoris, Buerger s disease, paroxysmal tachycardia, heart valve murmurs, sore throat, skin sores, diarrhea, and abdominal distention. 

Hawthorn is promoted for use in heart failure, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, angina pectoris, Buerger s disease, paroxysmal tachycardia (6), heart valve murmurs, sore throat, skin sores, diarrhea, and abdominal distention (7). 

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