What is Horse Chestnut?
Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) Seed has a long history of use in herbal folklore. The Horse Chestnut tree is a member of the Buckeye family. The Horse chestnut got its name due to the shiny brown ‘conkers’ or seeds which look like Chestnuts but are actually not true chestnuts. Also, a horse-shoe mark is left on the twig after the leaf drops in autumn.
What is Horse Chestnut used for?
The beautiful large flower that adorns the Horse Chestnut tree in the spring, is the symbol of the city of Kiev, capital of Ukraine. A famous specimen is the Anne Frank Tree, a horse chestnut tree in Amsterdam which Ann Frank mentioned in her diary. In Britain and Ireland, the nuts are used for the popular game called conkers, where a string is passed through the nut and contestants attempt to break each other’s conkers to bits.
As herbal support, Horse Chestnut has been used to assist in sustaining healthy venous circulation in the extremities*.
Why Nature’s Answer?
Nature’s Answer Horse Chestnut supports healthy blood vessels* and contains 250mg per serving of Horse Chestnut.
Using carefully-controlled extraction techniques, we capture the holistic balance® of each herb and the value is passed on to you, our customer.
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical guidance.