BUTCHER’S BROOM
Circulation Ruscus aculeatus (family Asparagaceae) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean basin. butcher’s broom extracts are currently used for vascular and tonic health involving the venous system.
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Identification : TLC
Data on traditional use
Cahier de l’agence du médicament (France):
- Used to reduce the sensation of heavy legs
EMA monograph :
- Relieves symptoms of leg discomfort and heaviness
German monograph :
- Used for venous circulation
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Detailed description
Ruscus aculeatus (family Asparagaceae) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean basin.
The underground parts of butcher’s broom have been traditionally used for hundreds of years in Europe to promote renal and digestive elimination and improve transit.
The main active substances identified are steroidal sapogenins, ruscogenin and neoruscogenin. These active ingredients have been the subject of scientific research into their vasoconstrictive and venotonic properties.
Preparations based on little holly root are currently used to ensure good vascular function and as a tonic involving the venous system, notably to ease circulation. The roots can also be used to promote renal elimination and urinary system health.
