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Butcher’s Broom (Ruscus aculeatus) is a traditional European herb valued for its circulatory, venous, and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a long history of use for treating varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and poor circulation.
🌿 Medicinal Uses of Butcher’s Broom
🌿 Medicinal Uses of Butcher’s Broom
1. Improves Circulation & Vein Health
One of the top herbs for chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)—a condition where blood pools in the legs due to poor vein tone.
Strengthens blood vessel walls, reduces capillary fragility, and improves venous tone.
Helps relieve symptoms like:
Leg swelling
Aching, heavy legs
Tingling or burning sensations
Leg cramps
2. Varicose Veins & Hemorrhoids
Tightens and tones dilated veins.
Reduces inflammation, itching, and pain associated with varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
Often used in topical creams or internal formulas for both conditions.
3. Lymphatic Support
Encourages healthy lymph flow and reduces fluid retention, particularly in the legs and lower body.
Helpful for lymphedema and post-surgical swelling.
4. Anti-inflammatory
Contains ruscogenins, which inhibit inflammatory responses in blood vessels.
Used for inflammatory conditions affecting veins and connective tissues.
5. Mild Diuretic
Promotes urine flow, helping relieve bloating or puffiness due to fluid retention.
Supports kidney function as part of detox or vascular formulas.
💊 Forms and Typical Dosage
💊 Forms and Typical Dosage
Tincture
1–2 mL, 2–3x/day
Capsules/Tablets
150–300 mg extract standardized to ruscogenins, 1–2x/day
Tea/Decoction
1–2 tsp dried root simmered for 15 min, 1–2x/day (less common due to taste)
Topical cream/ointment
Applied to varicose veins or hemorrhoids 1–2x/day
⚠️ Precautions
⚠️ Precautions
Generally safe and well tolerated.
May cause mild digestive upset in some people.
Avoid in cases of severe hypertension or if taking vasoconstrictor medications without supervision.
Not recommended during pregnancy unless advised by a practitioner.
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