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Hawthorn Berry

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Hawthorn Berry. Crataegus for mild heart failure and BP support.

How it works. Oligomeric procyanidins inhibit PDE3, improve coronary flow.

What the research supports. 1 graded claims. Strongest: Improves CHF symptoms (moderate).

How much to take. Typical dose: 900 mg/d standardized extract.

Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.

Stacking. Pairs well with Omega-3, CoQ10.

Common forms. Available as Standardized extract capsule, Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin), Powdered whole herb, Traditional decoction or tea.

Key studies. 8 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.

Community. Experiences from people who have tried Hawthorn Berry. Anecdotes are not medical advice.

Hawthorn Berry. Crataegus for mild heart failure and BP support.

Key compound: vitexinC21H20O10 · 432.4 g/mol

What it is

Crataegus for mild heart failure and BP support.

Food sources

Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice

Goals

Cardiovascular Health

How it works

Oligomeric procyanidins inhibit PDE3, improve coronary flow.

Pathways

  • Oligomeric procyanidins inhibit PDE3, improve coronary flow

Effects

  • +CHF symptoms supports

What the research supports

Improves CHF symptomsmoderate

Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.

Typical dose
900 mg/d standardized extract
TimingConsistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With foodEither with or without food.
Best formMost evidence is based on the standardized extract capsule form.
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Side effects & interactions

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • GI upset

Medication interactions

Prescription medications (general)minor

Always disclose Hawthorn Berry use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.

Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.

Combines with

Pairs well

  • Omega-3Anti-inflammatory cardiovascular synergy.
  • CoQ10Supports mitochondrial energetics in cardiac tissue.

Common forms

  • Standardized extract capsule
  • Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
  • Powdered whole herb
  • Traditional decoction or tea

Key studies

8 studies cited in total.

Hawthorn for chronic heart failure ↗
Meta-analysis · Cochrane · 2008

Improved exercise tolerance and symptoms in CHF.

PubMed: Hawthorn Berry — Improves CHF symptoms ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Hawthorn Berry — randomized controlled trial ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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