Shavegrass is a storehouse of silica. Silica is needed for the absorption of calcium in the body and it helps to check fatty deposits in the arteries.

Description
Shavegrass is an astringent, diuretic, nephritic, and alterative.

From Herbal Descriptions by Truman Berst: #3178 SHAVE GRASS (Equisetum arvense) Horsetail is a storehouse of silica. Silica is needed for the absorption of calcium in the body and it helps to check fatty deposits in the arteries. Because of its high silica content (which may reach up to 70% in soluble form), it was formerly used for tuberculosis of the lungs as the silicic acid helps to stabilize scar tissue. It is used as a tissue builder and may be employed in the treatment of debility and anemic conditions. It is strengthening to the hair, fingernails and broken bones. White spots in the nails may indicate a calcium imbalance in the body; therefore, Horsetail may help to correct this imbalance. Its astringency makes it effective in stopping bleeding both internally and externally. It is also useful for bedwetting in children. Other uses: inflamed/enlarged prostate, cystitis, urinary stones, excessive menstrual flow and leucorrhea (may also be used as a douche), to heal wounds, for kidney and bladder imbalance, and water retention. CAUTION: High doses may lead to symptoms of poisoning.

Ingredients
Shavegrass, R/O Water, 12-24% Alcohol.

Methodology
Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue, or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

WARNING: High doses can be poisonous.

Traditional Historical Uses
Shavegrass is a storehouse of silica. Silica is needed for the absorption of calcium in the body and it helps to check fatty deposits in the arteries. It is used as a tissue builder and may be employed in the treatment of debility and anemic conditions.

It is strengthening to the hair, fingernails and broken bones. Helps in the absorption of calcium. Its astringency makes it effective in stopping bleeding both internally and externally. It is also useful for bedwetting in children. Other uses: inflamed/enlarged prostate, cystitis, urinary stones, to heal wounds, for kidney and bladder imbalance, and water retention.

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