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Horsetail & Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins in and around the rectum. They come from straining during a bowel movement and can be painful or bloody. One herbal supplement that can help hemorrhoids is horsetail.

  1. History

    • Horsetail is an herb that dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times. It was used to stop bleeding and ulcers.

    Function

    • Horsetail is known for its high silicon count, which is used by the body's tissues to heal itself.

    Types

    • People with hemorrhoids use horsetail in a tea or tincture form to treat themselves.

    Considerations

    • According to LiveandFeel.com, only a small amount of horsetail should be used when treating hemorrhoids.

    Safety

    • According to University of Maryland, horsetail is generally regarded as safe. It can work as a diuretic, and if taken orally, it can deplete the body's vitamin B1 levels.

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