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Butcher’s Broom

Ruscus aculeatus

Circulatory, Vein Health

Butcher’s broom is a circulation-focused herb used for vein support—often for leg heaviness, swelling, and hemorrhoid comfort routines. It’s usually taken as an extract or capsule in vascular blends.

Key Benefits

Supports healthy circulation and vein comfort routines.
Used for leg heaviness/tired legs routines.
Used in hemorrhoid comfort support routines.

Common Issues It May Help With

Leg heaviness routines.
Water retention/swelling comfort routines (circulation-related).
Hemorrhoid comfort routines.

How To Use (Simple)

Extract/capsules: common; follow label dosing.
Tea: less common; often blended if used.
Pair with lifestyle basics: movement, hydration, compression if needed.

Taste / Notes

Bitter, herbal (if tea).

Evidence Level

Moderate evidence for vein/leg symptom support when using standardized extracts.

Cautions

Avoid in pregnancy/breastfeeding unless clinician-guided. Use caution if you have hypertension. Stop before surgery if advised.

Interactions

Use caution with blood pressure medications and vascular-acting stimulants.

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