{"product_id":"horsetail-equisetum-arvense","title":"Horsetail (Equisetum Arvense)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe silica herb — hair, skin, nails, bones, and connective tissue support from one of Earth's most ancient plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHorsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a living fossil — unchanged since the age of the dinosaurs — and one of the richest plant sources of bioavailable silica on Earth. Silica is essential for collagen synthesis, bone mineralisation, and the strength of hair, skin, and nails. Long used in European herbalism and now backed by modern research, horsetail is the go-to herb for anyone looking to strengthen connective tissue, support kidney health, or accelerate healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHair strength \u0026amp; growth · Nail strength · Skin elasticity \u0026amp; collagen · Bone \u0026amp; connective tissue · Kidney \u0026amp; urinary tonic · Anti-inflammatory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteep 1–2 tsp dried horsetail in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins. Drink 1–2 cups daily. Mild, slightly grassy flavour. For best mineral absorption, use with vitamin C or rosehip. Often combined with nettle for a hair and nail strength blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Expect Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNail strength: 4–6 weeks · Hair quality: 6–12 weeks · Bone \u0026amp; connective tissue support: 3+ months of consistent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Hair thinning, breakage \u0026amp; slow growth\u003cbr\u003e• Weak, brittle nails\u003cbr\u003e• Skin elasticity \u0026amp; anti-ageing\u003cbr\u003e• Bone density \u0026amp; joint support\u003cbr\u003e• Kidney \u0026amp; urinary tract health\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Pregnant or nursing — avoid\u003cbr\u003e• Kidney disease — consult GP (diuretic action)\u003cbr\u003e• On diuretics or lithium — may interact\u003cbr\u003e• Thiamine deficiency — contains thiaminase; avoid long-term use without B1 supplementation\u003cbr\u003e• Nicotine sensitivity — contains trace nicotine alkaloids\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–18 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrganically grown · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides \u0026amp; contaminants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiwi Herbs","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":45979342045231,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":45979342077999,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":45979342110767,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":45979342143535,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":45979342176303,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":45979342209071,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1872\/4399\/files\/Horsetail-Equisetum-Arvense.jpg?v=1788105067","url":"https:\/\/www.fiwiherbs.co.uk\/products\/horsetail-equisetum-arvense","provider":"Fiwi Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}