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🌿 Butcher’s Broom Root (Ruscus aculeatus) | Vascular Health & Circulatory Support | NYCherbs®
The Remedy:
🌱 Other Names for Butcher’s Broom Root:
Ruscus aculeatus, Knee Holly, Box Holly, Sweet Broom, Raíz de Escoba de Carnicero (Spanish), Stechende Mäusedorn (German), Fragon Piquant (French), Ruscus (Portuguese), Pungitopo (Italian).
✨ Key Benefits of Butcher’s Broom Root:
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❤️ Vascular Support: Helps tone and strengthen blood vessels, supporting vein health.
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🔄 Circulation Booster: Traditionally used to improve blood flow and reduce heaviness in legs.
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💧 Diuretic Properties: Supports healthy fluid balance.
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🦵 Swelling Relief: Applied topically for leg discomfort, varicose veins, and hemorrhoids.
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🛡️ Anti-inflammatory: Eases irritation and supports vascular resilience.
📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:
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Used in capsules, tinctures, and extracts to support circulation.
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Applied topically in ointments and creams for swollen legs or hemorrhoid relief.
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Taken as a tea or infusion for gentle diuretic action.
🌼 Herbal Combinations:
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Horse Chestnut 🌰 – Enhances vein and vascular strength.
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Dandelion Root 🌱 – Adds complementary diuretic support.
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Witch Hazel 🌿 – Common topical pairing for hemorrhoid relief.
🧴 Available Forms:
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Capsules
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Extracts/Tinctures
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Creams & Ointments