Horse Chestnut Extract Benefits for Men - Improves Vein Health and Reduces Inflammation

Horse chestnut extract is not widely used in the west, even though it is an effective dietary supplement that has been used for hundreds of years to treat a number of conditions. It has been shown to benefit the male body by Improving Fertility and circulation, preventing enlarged veins, and fighting cancer cells.
Historically, horse chestnut seed extract was used for joint pain, bladder and gastrointestinal problems, fever, and leg cramps.

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The horse chestnut is native to the Balkan region of southeastern Europe and western Asia, but now is cultivated worldwide. The dried ripe seeds of the plant are of most medicinal interest. This plant should not be confused with the chestnut, as they are not related. The horse chestnut is so named because it was once used to treat chest complaints in horses. Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is known to contain a saponin compound called aescin, which eases inflammation and strengthens blood vessels.

One of the top horse chestnut benefits is that this herb can prevent, minimize, and eliminate inflammation in the body. It may reduce inflammation related to trauma, surgery, or sport injuries.

Another important horse chestnut benefit concerns vein health and flexibility. This herbal remedy is often used for chronic venous insufficiency and other conditions caused by poor vein health and flexibility. Including scrotum varicose veins (Varicocele), which is an enlargement of the veins.

According to a 2010 research study, possibly through the same mechanisms with which horse chestnut positively impacts chronic venous insufficiency, it also seems to safely increase fertility in men with varicocele-associated infertility.

Extract of horse chestnut contains some incredible antioxidants, which can help your body to fight free radical damage and more effectively fight disease. An animal study also found that horse chestnut might help protect the body’s loss of glutathione.

In addition to horse chestnut's powerful anti-inflammatory properties, test-tube studies also indicate that it may have anticancer effects. These studies found that aescin could significantly reduce tumor cell growth in certain cancers like liver cancer, leukemia, and multiple myeloma.

Horse chestnut cream has shown some effectiveness when used to treat leg cramps caused by poor circulation and a lack of vein elasticity. There have been reports of allergic reactions when horse chestnut extract was applied to the skin. Therefore, perform a skin patch test by applying a small amount to an area and watch for any adverse reactions.

In supplement form, horse chestnut is generally suggested at doses between 400–600 milligrams per day, divided into two dosage times, 12 hours apart. Much more important is the escin component, which should be between 100–150 milligrams per day.

The use of horse chestnut seed extract is generally considered safe. Reported side effects of horse chestnut seed extract are mild and include digestion issues, upset stomach, dizziness, headache, and itching. In addition, horse chestnuts should not be consumed raw as they contain compounds that are not fit for human consumption and can be poisonous.

Please consult with your healthcare provider before taking horse chestnut extract.

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