Butcher’s Broom (Ruscus aculeatus),Varicose Veins, Poor Circulation, tighten and strengthen blood vessel walls

Butcher’s Broom (Ruscus aculeatus) is a well-known European herbal remedy, traditionally used for circulation problems, especially varicose veins and hemorrhoids (piles).

✅ Key Benefits (Traditional + Evidence-Based Support)

🦵 Varicose Veins & Poor Circulation

• Helps tighten and strengthen blood vessel walls

• Improves venous tone (reduces pooling of blood in legs)

• May reduce:

  • Leg heaviness

  • Swelling (oedema)

  • Aching and fatigue

👉 Active compounds: Ruscogenins (support vasoconstriction + anti-inflammatory action)

🔥 Hemorrhoids (Piles)

• Reduces swelling and inflammation in rectal veins

• Helps relieve:

  • Pain

  • Itching

  • Bleeding (mild cases)

• Supports faster healing of irritated tissues

💧 Anti-inflammatory & Fluid Balance

• Mild diuretic effect → helps reduce fluid retention

• Useful for people with chronic venous insufficiency

💊 How to Use

Extract / Capsules (most effective)

• Standardised extract (usually 9–11% ruscogenins)

• Typical dose:

  • 150–300 mg, 2–3 times daily

Powder (less common but usable for your store)

• 500 mg – 1 g daily (less potent than extract)

⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Generally safe when used properly

• Avoid if:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Severe hypertension (can mildly raise BP)

• Possible mild side effects:

  • Stomach upset

  • Nausea (rare)