Horehound White
💊 Capsules: Plant-based vegecaps – no added fillers or flow agents
🌱 Typical daily intake: 2–3 capsules once or twice daily, or 1/4–1 tsp powder in water or tea, or as directed by a qualified practitioner.
Traditional Background
Horehound White is a classic European respiratory and digestive herb. Traditionally used by herbalists as a soothing expectorant, it has long featured in cough syrups, lozenges and winter tonics. As a bitter herb, it has also been valued for supporting appetite and healthy digestion.
Active Constituents
Marrubiin: A bitter diterpene thought to contribute to horehound’s expectorant and digestive actions, helping to thin and move mucus while stimulating gastric secretions.
Volatile oils & flavonoids: Provide mild antispasmodic, antioxidant and soothing actions for the respiratory and digestive tracts.
Tannins & bitters: Support healthy tone of mucous membranes and stimulate digestion, appetite, and bile flow.
Traditional Uses
Respiratory Support: Horehound has been traditionally used to:
- Support the clearing of mucus from the chest
- Soothe irritated respiratory passages
- Support a comfortable cough and seasonal respiratory wellness
Digestive & Liver Support: As a classic bitter, horehound is used to:
- Stimulate appetite before meals
- Encourage digestive juices and bile flow
- Support relief of occasional bloating and fullness after eating
Circular & General Tonic Effects: Traditional use also includes:
- General tonic support for convalescence after seasonal illness
- Supporting healthy circulation and warmth
Properties
Expectorant, bitter tonic, carminative, mild antispasmodic, choleretic (supports bile flow), traditional respiratory tonic.
Key Traditional Applications
Horehound White has been traditionally used to support:
- Chest and respiratory comfort
- Clearing of mucus and phlegm
- Seasonal throat and bronchial wellness
- Appetite and digestive function
- Occasional gas, bloating and fullness
Important Notes
Horehound White is generally considered a gentle and well-tolerated herb when used in traditional amounts. Because it is a bitter, sensitive individuals may prefer to take it with food.
Not recommended in pregnancy without professional guidance. If you are taking prescription medications or have a chronic respiratory or digestive condition, consult a qualified practitioner before use.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products.
2️⃣ Horse Chestnut – Info Page html Copy code💊 Capsules: Plant-based vegecaps – no added fillers or flow agents
🌱 Typical daily intake: 1–3 capsules, once or twice daily, or 1/4–1 tsp powder in water or juice, or as directed by a qualified practitioner.
Traditional Background
Horse Chestnut has a long history in European herbalism as a venous and circulatory tonic. Traditionally used to support healthy veins and capillaries, the seeds have been employed for leg comfort, vein tone and general circulatory wellness.
Active Constituents
Aescin (escin): A complex of triterpene saponins considered the primary active constituent, supporting vein tone, capillary integrity and healthy fluid balance in tissues.
Flavonoids & tannins: Provide antioxidant activity and support the strength of blood vessel walls.
Coumarin derivatives: Present in small amounts and contribute to traditional use for microcirculation and tissue perfusion.
Traditional Uses
Veins & Circulation: Horse Chestnut seed has been traditionally used to:
- Support healthy vein tone in the legs
- Promote comfort in tired or “heavy” legs
- Support capillary integrity and microcirculation
Fluid Balance: Through its effects on the venous system, Horse Chestnut is traditionally used to:
- Support healthy tissue fluid balance
- Promote comfort in areas of minor swelling associated with venous stasis
General Circulatory Wellness: Traditionally valued to:
- Support overall circulatory health
- Complement lifestyle approaches for vein and leg wellness
Properties
Venous tonic, vasoprotective, astringent, antioxidant, supports healthy tissue fluid balance.
Key Traditional Applications
Horse Chestnut seed has been traditionally used to support:
- Healthy leg veins and vein tone
- Comfort in heavy, tired legs
- Capillary strength and resilience
- General circulatory wellness
Important Notes
Raw Horse Chestnut seed is not used as food and should only be taken in properly prepared forms. This product is intended for adult use. Do not exceed recommended amounts unless under professional guidance.
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. People taking blood-thinning medication, those with bleeding disorders, or significant cardiovascular issues should consult a qualified practitioner before use.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products.