As a rich and natural source of easy-to-absorb silica, horsetail is likely to be effective in strengthening nails, hair, and teeth; the body requires silica to keep such connective tissue (as well as joint cartilage) healthy and strong. In fact, it's the presence of silica that accounts for the herb's use to prevent osteoporosis ("brittle bones"), to treat bursitis and tendonitis, and to enrich "natural" formulas for baldness.
Liquid extracts, capsules (including freeze-dried whole herbs), tablets, and dried horsetail for loose and prepared tea are widely available. To prepare horsetail tea, steep 1 tablespoon of dried herb in 1 cup (8 ounces) of hot (not boiling) water; adding a little sugar reportedly releases more silica from the leaves. To use the liquid extract, add 1/2 teaspoon to a glass of water; drink three times a day. To use the freeze-dried whole herb capsule (it's quite potent in this form), take one capsule three times daily.
General Interaction
Horsetail will promote urination, so be sure to drink plenty of water to replace the lost fluids.
Only take this herb in commonly recommended amounts; large doses could cause problems because of its nicotine content. Stop taking horsetail and call your doctor if you experience muscle weakness, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or other unexpected discomforts.
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