Equine Herbs
Below, in the horse herb shop, is information relating to some of the most popular herbs. However, we do provide a full range of herbs, all of which are of human quality, so please contact us with your requirements if the herbs you are looking for are not displayed in the herb shop below.
Agnus Castus (Chaste Berry, Monks Pepper) |
Agnus Castus (Chaste Berry, Monks Pepper) |
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Agnus Castus has long been used for balancing and regulating the hormonal system. It helps re-establish the normal balance of oestrogen and progesterone during the oestrus cycle, supporting the normal functioning of the pituitary gland and correcting hormonal disturbances. Supporting the progesterone level is extremely helpful in counteracting the irritability and unpredictability that can happen with mares "in season". Often a short course of the herb will restore the hormones to their correct balance. Buy agnus castus for horses from our online herb shop. |
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Aniseed |
Aniseed |
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Aniseed has expectorant, antispasmodic, carminative, oestrogenic, antiseptic and parasiticide actions. It is useful for gassy gut and flatulence and can be used for minor respiratory problems. The seeds are ideal as a carminative for any digestive problems such as colic and is good for soothing and relieving coughs, especially persistent irritable coughing. Aniseed can also assist optimum lactation. Buy aniseed for horses from our online herb shop. |
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Boneset |
Boneset |
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Boneset also known as Feverwort, Thoroughwort, has antispasmodic, immuno-stimulatory, vasodilatory, diaphoretic and analgesic actions. It is helpful in treating minor bacterial infections by stimulating white blood cells to destroy disease causing micro organisms more effectively. Boneset has the benefit of protecting against colds and influenza. It is also used for upper respiratory tract congestion in horses and is especially good for bone pain. Boneset is good for any kind of fever control, it is a gentle laxative and is used for constipation. Buy boneset for horses from our online herb shop. |
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Burdock Root |
Burdock Root |
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Burdock is an excellent aid to digestion as it stimulates the digestive juices. It is ideal for blood disorders, liver and kidney function or toxic conditions which result in skin conditions such as eczema, sores boils or dry scurfy skin. It has an alterative effect which supports the tissues in their action of absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste products. It is a bitters, diuretic and antiseptic and can be used for arthritis, rheumatism and eczema. Burdock has been found to have anti-tumour activity and the root can be used as a poultice to speed the healing of wounds. Contains copper. Buy burdock root for horses from our online herb shop. |
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Calendula |
Calendula |
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Calendula contains essential oil and pro-vitamin A. It has traditionally been used as a blood tonic and is used internally for gastric ulcers and inflammation. Being rich in sulphur, it has excellent blood cleansing actions essential for healthy skin and hair. Combined with clivers, it is an excellent herb for the lymphatic, glandular and urinary system. It is an immune activator acting as an immuno-stimulant, stimulating the production of white cells and strengthening the immune system. It is an anti-inflamatory and antimicrobial herb that can help to fight infection. Calendula contains phosphorus and sulphur. Buy calendula for horses from our online herb shop. |
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