Mistletoe leaf, c/s

Scientific Name: Viscum album
Loranthaceae

AKA: Mistletoe
Parts Used: leaves, berries, branches
Active Compounds: flavonoids, glycoproteins, lignans, caffeic acid, acetylcholine, polysaccharides, polypeptides

Background: If you've ever visited someone's home and found mistletoe hanging over the doorway, you probably knew it was time to kiss! Mistletoe has a rich history of being used to kill Blader who was the Norse god of peace. After its tragic use, it was given to the goddess of love and used to entice people to kiss when standing beneath it.

However, mistletoe is for more than kissing. It can be used to help the cardiovascular system by lowering blood pressure. It also helps to ease anxiety and sleeplessness. Some of the active compounds in mistletoe may also help to fight cancer.

Applications: Anti-anxiety/Cardiovascular/Anti-cancer

Mistletoe is primarily used to relax the body and prevent heart disease.

Blood pressure: Mistletoe can help to lower heart rate and blood pressure.

Anxiety: Mistletoe can help to relieve anxiety and has even been used to treat epilepsy in some people.

Sleeplessness: Mistletoe can be used to help aid in sleep.

Description:
Mistletoe is an evergreen shrub that is native to Europe and Asia. It has pointed leaves, yellow flowers, and white berries.

Dosage:

Dosage should be determined by a health care provider due to the toxicity of mistletoe.

Safety:
Mistletoe can be very toxic. Do not take unless you are supervised by a health care provider. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.

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