Horsetail plant belongs to Equisetaceae family, which is the sole survivor of this family dated back to three hundred million years. This plants were as tall as palm trees during the prehistoric times, which gave rise to coal deposits. Various cultures have been these leaves as a natural remedy for kidney and bladder infections, arthritis and much more. Still, Chinese people used to treat cool fevers, eye inflammations, dysentery, flu and swellings to treat it naturally.
Horsetail plant is slim in shape with a stalk which has an appearance of a tail of a horse or a bird’s tail. As it has silica content it absorbs all the water and unique minerals similar to alfalfa plant.
Antioxidant properties :
It is a natural source of antioxidants and phytochemicals which kill harmful virus and bacteria which enter our body. A research study has proved that they have the capability to fight against the development of cancer cells. It is also reported by the experiment done on mice,Edema was reduced by 30 percent due to the anti-inflammatory properties present in these compounds.
The Oil extracted from the horsetail plant contains 25 compounds that can supply an extensive chain of antimicrobial action against specific microscopic germs and fungi. This has been scientifically proved against E.coli, Klebsiella
pneumonia , Salmonella enteritidis, and aeruginosin.
Promotes hair health :
There have been extensive studies that horsetail can boost
hair growth and might prevent hair loss, split ends, and dandruff growth. The nutrients can be consumed through horsetail tea essential for hair growth. You can transform your weak hair into strong and lustrous by regularly using oil and the shampoo made from the horsetail extracts.
Many herbalists recommend that by massaging with a few drops of coconut oil or olive oil with the combination of horsetail extract enhances the blood circulation in the scalp which turn strengthens the hair follicles. The antimicrobial properties present in this compound fights against dandruff and scalp infections. It is recommended to massage with horsetail oil for at least 10 minutes every day.
In the case of unavailability of horsetail shampoo, you can add few drops of horsetail into your shampoo and wash accordingly. There are many sources for consumption of horsetail through capsules or horsetail tea.
Treats Skin Problems :
Recent studies have proven that anti-inflammatory and
antiseptic properties have the ability to cure wounds, acne,skin lesions and rashes. Due to the silica presence, collagen can be formed which is responsible for the growth and maintenance of tissues in the body.
Additionally, horsetail extract has been extensively used in making of antiwrinkle, antiaging creams cosmetic items. Simple homemade remedies like horsetail leaves paste can be applied to face on the affected skin to reduce the disease
The antioxidant agents present in horsetail tea strengths the skin tissues and prevent aging process. They can relieve you from an irritated and inflamed skin. Diluted horsetail tea can be applied as a skin toner for smoothing and to increase the skin tone. Just rub the tea with a cotton dab inserted in the tea and make sure the drops doesn’t fall into the eyes.
Enuresis and Bladder Weakness
Horsetail extract may be highly beneficial for individuals suffering from nocturnal incontinence which in layman terms defined as bed wetting. It also reduces the urge of urinating constantly.
The recommended limit of horsetail capsules should not exceed not more than 2 times. People suffering from Enuresis can have a steam bath filled with 10 teaspoons of dry horsetail filled in the warm water for at least fifteen minutes.
Reduces Bronchitis
Regular consumption of Horsetail tea reduces bronchitis, dry cough, nasal blockage and also reduces the temperature linked to cold and flu. Inhaling hot vapors of horsetail tea can surely reduce nasal blockage.
You can this for temporary relief but can contact your physician in extreme cases.
The anti-inflammatory action of horsetail seeds may relieve you from the pain and reduce bleeding from piles. You can include Horsetail in your diet, which generally Indians prefer as they minimize the effects of constipation which is one of the main problems in people. They are part of many cultures due to their medicinal and
antioxidant properties. It is even used in the manufacturing of drugs which promote hair growth.
