{"id":8716150374635,"title":"Horsetail \/ Shavegrass 1\/2 lb","handle":"horsetail-shavegrass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names\u003c\/strong\u003e also include scouring rush, bottle brush, and shavegrass.  \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/strong\u003e:  \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is considered a nutritious herb and is usually decocted as \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail\u003c\/strong\u003e tea and infused into herbal vinegars and tonics.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn herbal remedy that dates back to ancient Roman and Greek times, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003cem\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e), was used traditionally to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems.  The name \u003cem\u003eEquisetum\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from the Latin roots \u003cem\u003eequus\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"horse,\" and \u003cem\u003eseta\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"bristle.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003eis mostly consumed in the form of tea, which is made by steeping the dried herb in hot water.  It makes a warm, relaxing drink with a mild, herbaceous aroma and is caffeine-free.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodOverviewDetail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 2 tsp. of herb.  Cover and steep 5-10 minutes, strain and serve immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can, also, be sprinkled over cooked vegetables, pasta and other foods.  And, it may be encapsulated as a dietary supplement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from the medicinal plant from the \u003cem\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e species,  \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003etea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is very commonly used as a home remedy to treat fluid retention, for weight loss, and to strengthen the bones.  Due to its anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects, \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be used to help with treatment of kidney stones and urinary tract infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003econtains silicon, which helps strengthen bone.  For that reason, some practitioners recommend horsetail as a treatment for osteoporosis.  It is also used as a diuretic, and as an ingredient in some cosmetics.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe plant contains numerous beneficial compounds that give it multiple health-promoting effects.  Of these, antioxidants and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" class=\"content-link css-1xhnmo5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/food-nutrition\/is-silicon-dioxide-in-supplements-safe\"\u003esilica\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stand out.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAntioxidants are molecules that protect your body from the effects of free radicals that can cause cell damage.  Silica is a compound made up of silicon and oxygen and is believed to be responsible for horsetail’s potential benefits for skin, nails, hair, and bones.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003eis one of the most abundant natural sources of silica in the plant kingdom, as well as containing numerous minerals -- calcium, potassium,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eulphur, manganese, and magnesium.  It, also, contains silicic acids and silicates.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough it has several diverse health benefits, horsetail use can also cause side effects, especially if it is used in high doses or continuously for over a week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot for use in persons with kidney disease.  We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","published_at":"2024-10-14T17:05:19-05:00","created_at":"2024-08-19T17:01:36-05:00","vendor":"Beeyoutiful.com","type":"","tags":["Clearance","Herbs","Herbs \u0026 Whole Foods","Herbs \u0026 Whole Foods: Bulk Herbs","Herbs \u0026 Whole Foods: Culinary Herbs","Herbs \u0026 Whole Foods: Herbs","Herbs \u0026 Whole Foods: Tea","Herbs: Bulk Herbs","Specials","Specials: Clearance"],"price":500,"price_min":500,"price_max":500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1000,"compare_at_price_min":1000,"compare_at_price_max":1000,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":45739639767275,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"shavegrasshorsetail1\/2lb","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Horsetail \/ Shavegrass 1\/2 lb","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":500,"weight":227,"compare_at_price":1000,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/www.beeyoutiful.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Horsetail_Shavegrass_2000x_3d2a201e-5700-467d-a858-7055ef38ffcc.png?v=1724105865"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.beeyoutiful.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Horsetail_Shavegrass_2000x_3d2a201e-5700-467d-a858-7055ef38ffcc.png?v=1724105865","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":35255997399275,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":900,"width":900,"src":"\/\/www.beeyoutiful.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Horsetail_Shavegrass_2000x_3d2a201e-5700-467d-a858-7055ef38ffcc.png?v=1724105865"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":900,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.beeyoutiful.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Horsetail_Shavegrass_2000x_3d2a201e-5700-467d-a858-7055ef38ffcc.png?v=1724105865","width":900}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names\u003c\/strong\u003e also include scouring rush, bottle brush, and shavegrass.  \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/strong\u003e:  \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is considered a nutritious herb and is usually decocted as \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail\u003c\/strong\u003e tea and infused into herbal vinegars and tonics.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn herbal remedy that dates back to ancient Roman and Greek times, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003cem\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e), was used traditionally to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems.  The name \u003cem\u003eEquisetum\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from the Latin roots \u003cem\u003eequus\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"horse,\" and \u003cem\u003eseta\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"bristle.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003eis mostly consumed in the form of tea, which is made by steeping the dried herb in hot water.  It makes a warm, relaxing drink with a mild, herbaceous aroma and is caffeine-free.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodOverviewDetail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 2 tsp. of herb.  Cover and steep 5-10 minutes, strain and serve immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can, also, be sprinkled over cooked vegetables, pasta and other foods.  And, it may be encapsulated as a dietary supplement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from the medicinal plant from the \u003cem\u003eEquisetum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e species,  \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003etea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is very commonly used as a home remedy to treat fluid retention, for weight loss, and to strengthen the bones.  Due to its anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects, \u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be used to help with treatment of kidney stones and urinary tract infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003econtains silicon, which helps strengthen bone.  For that reason, some practitioners recommend horsetail as a treatment for osteoporosis.  It is also used as a diuretic, and as an ingredient in some cosmetics.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe plant contains numerous beneficial compounds that give it multiple health-promoting effects.  Of these, antioxidants and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" class=\"content-link css-1xhnmo5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/food-nutrition\/is-silicon-dioxide-in-supplements-safe\"\u003esilica\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stand out.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAntioxidants are molecules that protect your body from the effects of free radicals that can cause cell damage.  Silica is a compound made up of silicon and oxygen and is believed to be responsible for horsetail’s potential benefits for skin, nails, hair, and bones.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsetail \u003c\/strong\u003eis one of the most abundant natural sources of silica in the plant kingdom, as well as containing numerous minerals -- calcium, potassium,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eulphur, manganese, and magnesium.  It, also, contains silicic acids and silicates.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough it has several diverse health benefits, horsetail use can also cause side effects, especially if it is used in high doses or continuously for over a week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\" face=\"helvetica,arial,sans-serif\" size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot for use in persons with kidney disease.  We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e"}