Horsetail Herbal Teas 40g

Description

Horsetail Herbal Teas 40g

Horsetail tea is made from Equisetum arvense, an ancient, fern-like perennial plant rich in minerals—particularly silica—and traditionally used for its wellness properties. A typical 40 g pouch offers multiple servings of this naturally caffeine-free herbal infusion. It’s commonly used to support hair, skin, and nail health, and may be helpful in managing incontinence or bedwetting in some contexts.

Benefits of Horsetail Tea

• Hair, Skin & Nail Support

Horsetail is valued for its high silica content, which is believed to contribute to stronger hair, nails, and skin.

• Bone Health

While still early in research, animal studies suggest horsetail may help support bone formation.

• Anti-Inflammatory & Antioxidant Effects

Compounds in horsetail may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and may act as a mild diuretic to support fluid balance.

• Urinary Support

Traditionally used to help with mild incontinence and bedwetting—especially in herbalist circles and some product descriptions

Safety Considerations

1. Thiaminase activity
   Horsetail contains thiaminase, which may decrease vitamin B₁ levels over time—potentially leading to deficiency.

2. Electrolyte imbalance
   Due to its mild diuretic effect, prolonged use may lower potassium levels.

3. Interactions with medications

   • Lithium: May impair excretion, increasing lithium levels.

   • Diabetes meds: Could amplify blood sugar-lowering effects.

   • Diuretics: Combined use risks excessive potassium loss.

   • Efavirenz & NRTIs: May reduce effectiveness of certain HIV treatments.

4. Avoid in certain groups

   • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

   • Alcoholics (due to thiamine risk), those with hypokalemia, heart or kidney disease should avoid.

   • Potential allergies, including to carrots or nicotine (horsetail may contain trace nicotine).

5. Long-term use caution
   Herbalists often advise intermittent use or breaks (e.g., cycles of a few weeks on, followed by breaks)

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