Black Haw Bark Tea

Most of the health properties of this plant can be derived from its bark. The active constituents of black haw bark are the following: acetic acid, amentoflavone, arbutin, esculetin, myristic acid, oleanolic acid, salicylic acid, scopoletin, tannins, ursolic acid.

To make black haw tea, boil two teaspoonfuls of dried black haw bark in a cup of water. The water must then be brought to a gentle boil, and then allowed to simmer for ten minutes before being cooled and strained. The black haw tea can be taken twice a day during the treatment period.

Black haw is said to be safe to be taken in pregnancy, and may even prevent miscarriage. However, its use is not recommended by those with liver and/or kidney problems.

Benefits

Help in alleviating symptoms of menopause and menstrual cramps in women.

The tea is thought to help prevent miscarriage in women.

The tea is thought to alleviate labor pains.

The tea is thought to help in easing uterine disorders in women.

Help in the treatment of migraine headaches.

Help lower blood pressure.