Hawthorn Berry
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Hawthorn Berry is a flavoring — Used in herbal medicine for cardiovascular benefits
Also: Crataegus oxyacantha
What it does
Used in herbal medicine for cardiovascular benefits
Where you'll see it
Herbal preparations
Benefits
Hawthorn berries can dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure; increase heart enzyme metabolism; treat early-stage congestive heart failure in Germany.
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): hawthorn berries can dilate the blood vessels and lower blood pressure