Witch Hazel

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Description

Witch Hazel is a small deciduous tree.

 

Botanical Names

 Hamamelis virginiana (also known as Hamamelis virginia)

 Witch Hazel is from the Hamamelidaceae family.

 

Part Used

 Bark or leaves

 

Health Benefits of Witch Hazel

Cardiovascular System

 Witch Hazel (ointment applied topically two to three times per day for at least two weeks) may be useful for the treatment of Varicose Veins:  [1]

 Witch Hazel (ointment applied topically) may alleviate the Pain associated with Hemorrhoids.  [2]

 

Immune System

 Witch Hazel (applied topically) may exert anti-viral activity against the Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1.  [3]

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