Horsetail
Horsetail found between 1,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level in regions like Cusco, Puno, and Huánuco, is rich in silica and flavonoids, which provide potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Its high silica content supports bone, skin, hair, and nail health, while also promoting the regeneration of connective tissues. This makes it especially helpful for individuals with arthritis by reducing joint pain and swelling. In cases of prostatitis, its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties help soothe the inflamed prostate, easing symptoms. However, horsetail can reduce potassium levels, so those with potassium deficiencies or kidney issues should avoid it.
| AREAS – MASL | RICH IN |
| 1000 – 3500 MASL – CUSCO – PUNO – HUÁNUCO – ANCASH – PASCO – JUNÍN | – Silica (supports bone, skin, hair, and nail health) – Flavonoids (antioxidants that help fight free radicals and reduce inflammation) – Antioxidants |
| BENEFITS | CONTRAINDICATIONS |
| Horsetail has potent anti-inflammatory properties due to its high content of silica and flavonoids, making it beneficial for individuals suffering from arthritis, general inflammation, and prostatitis. The silica in horsetail promotes the regeneration of connective tissues and helps reduce joint pain and swelling associated with arthritis. The flavonoids provide additional anti-inflammatory effects, reducing overall inflammation in the body. In cases of prostatitis, horsetail’s anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties help soothe the inflamed prostate gland, easing symptoms like pain and urinary discomfort. | Horsetail may reduce potassium levels, so it should be avoided by individuals with potassium deficiency or kidney problems such as renal insufficiency. |
RECIPE – Horsetail Infusion
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the Water: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Steep the Horsetail: Add the horsetail to the boiling water, then reduce the heat and let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Strain: Strain the tea to remove the leaves.
- Sweeten and Flavor: Add honey and a slice of lemon for added flavor and antioxidant benefits.
- Serve: Drink the infusion warm, preferably after meals, to help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms of prostatitis.
- Reducing inflammation from arthritis or general inflammation and alleviating symptoms of prostatitis.