Naturopathy

Crataegus

German term

Hawthorn

General remark

Further information on using the Hawthorn as Medicinal plants in the Naturopathy can be found under our topic: Hawthorn.

Use of Crataegus for the following diseases in homeopathy

Old age heart
high blood pressure
Narrowing of the coronary arteries
Angina pectoris (Heartache, heartache, shortness of breath)
arteriosclerosis (also on the vessels of the brain)
Damage to the heart muscle from infections (Inflammation of the heart muscle / myocarditis)

Use of Crataegus for the following symptoms / complaints

Palpitations
Unrest
a headache
insomnia
dizziness
Shortness of breath when starting Heart failure caused by hardening of the arteries in the heart in old people

For severe angina pectoris only to be used in conjunction with Medication from conventional medicine (e.g. Nitro spray).
Preventive suitable to the Increase blood flow to the heart and thus the frequency of Angina pectoris - To lessen seizures.