Horsetail is an invasive grass-like plant that is found throughout the temperate zones of the Northern hemisphere. The dried stems are used in herbal medicine and have been since the Roman times. Gardeners are not fond of this plant, because it spreads quickly and is difficult to control.
Medicinal Properties of Horsetail
Horsetail contains flavonoids, alkaloids, sterols, Manganese, Potassium and high levels of silicic acid. Silicic acid provides the mineral Silicon, is important in bone, teeth, joint and nail health. Horsetail is also a good diuretic and urinary tonic.
Horsetail Herbal Remedies
Our herbalists recommend Horsetail for the following disorders:
Beat the Bloat (diet)
Osteoporosis
Other Horsetail Information
Horsetail is sometimes used for urinary tract infections, bladder and kidney problems, arthritis, and for helping with brittle nails. It is available in tablets or capsules.
Side Effects of Horsetail
If you are already using diuretic drugs it is best not to use Horsetail at the same time.
Until more research is conclusive, Horsetail should be avoided during pregnancy and when breast-feeding.
When this article was written there were no other well-known negative drug interactions with the herb Horsetail.
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