Remedies for Heart Palpitations

Hawthorn has been revered for centuries in Europe as a premier heart tonic. Roman physician Dioscorides wrote of it, and it was used in traditional European medicine to treat heart failure, high blood pressure, and irregular heartbeats. It was often called the 'heart's valet' for its gentle yet profound effects.

The name 'Motherwort' comes from its historical use for women's reproductive health, but its Latin name 'cardiaca' points to its other primary use: as a heart remedy. Ancient Greeks used it for anxiety, and it became a staple in European herbalism for calming heart palpitations caused by stress and anxiety.