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As of 2025, scientific studies and reviews indicate several potential benefits of horsetail (Equisetum), although evidence varies in strength:
great for kidney issues -urinary system infections etc.
Also Known As: Ma Wei (Eyes of Fire)
Meridians: Large Intestine, Lung, Bladder, Kidney
Key Actions: Clears Damp Heat, Reduces Inflammation, Prevents Infections, Clears Heat, Stops Bleeding, Bone Strengthening
Key Medicinal Uses: Blurred vision, red eyes, conjunctivitis, sore throat, colds, tonsillitis, urinary tract infections, coughing blood, very good for menopausal women, builds bones, excess menses, wounds, hemorrhaging, skin rashes, burns, kidney stones.
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Also Known As: Snake Grass, Puzzle Grass, Shave-grass, Bottle Brush, Pewterwort
Organs/Systems: Bladder, Kidney, Intestines, Skin, Bones
Key Actions: Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory, Coagulant, Demulcent, Antioxidant, Vulnerary, Diuretic, Astringent, Anticancer
Key Medicinal Uses: Edema, kidney and bladder stones, urinary tract infections, strengthens bones, arthritis, gout, eczema, diabetes, and lung congestion.
great for kidney issues -urinary system infections etc.
- Improved Wound Healing: A study involving 108 healthy women showed that a 3% horsetail ointment applied for 10 days after childbirth surgery reduced pain and accelerated wound healing without side effects.
- Diuretic Properties: Horsetail is known to act as a natural diuretic, potentially aiding in fluid retention and urinary tract health. However, clinical evidence supporting these uses remains limited.
- Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Effects: The plant contains compounds that may exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, although more robust clinical trials are needed to confirm these effects in humans.
- Bone and Hair Health: Preliminary evidence and historical use suggest horsetail may support bone density and improve hair and nail strength, but conclusive scientific backing is still lacking.
Eastern (TCM)
Pin Yin: Mu ZeiAlso Known As: Ma Wei (Eyes of Fire)
Meridians: Large Intestine, Lung, Bladder, Kidney
Key Actions: Clears Damp Heat, Reduces Inflammation, Prevents Infections, Clears Heat, Stops Bleeding, Bone Strengthening
Key Medicinal Uses: Blurred vision, red eyes, conjunctivitis, sore throat, colds, tonsillitis, urinary tract infections, coughing blood, very good for menopausal women, builds bones, excess menses, wounds, hemorrhaging, skin rashes, burns, kidney stones.
Western
Name: Horsetail
Horsetail: The Prehistoric Plant That Heals From The Inside Out - New Leaf Natural Medicine
Horsetail, or equisetum arvense, is a very medicinal plant, helping to heal the kidneys, bladder, and connective tissue. Learn more about the herb here.
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Also Known As: Snake Grass, Puzzle Grass, Shave-grass, Bottle Brush, Pewterwort
Organs/Systems: Bladder, Kidney, Intestines, Skin, Bones
Key Actions: Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory, Coagulant, Demulcent, Antioxidant, Vulnerary, Diuretic, Astringent, Anticancer
Key Medicinal Uses: Edema, kidney and bladder stones, urinary tract infections, strengthens bones, arthritis, gout, eczema, diabetes, and lung congestion.
