WILD HARVESTED Mistletoe

Mistletoe ( Viscum album) Viscum album is a hemiparasite on several species of trees, from which it draws water and nutrients.One of the most well-known evergreens, the mistletoe has inspired fascination throughout history, and is held in esteem for its medicinal and perceived magical properties.Mistletoe was a sacred plant of the Celtic peoples; the Celts and Gauls called it “all-heal” or “cure-all”.This partially parasitic species is well-known for its waxy white berries and in Europe is strongly associated with Christmas. It is highly sought-after for use as a winter decoration and there is a long-held tradition of kissing underneath bunches of mistletoe.

Nutrition of MISTLETOE

 lectins I lectins II lectins III (glycoprotein)viscotoxin (protein)galacturonanarabinogalactan (polysaccharides)alkaloidsMISTLETOE BENEFITS:

antispasmodic [an agent which relieves or eases muscular spasms, cramps or convulsions]cardio-tonic [an agent that stimulates or otherwise affects the heart]diuretic [an agent that increases the volume and flow of urine which cleanses the urinary system]emetic [an agent that causes vomiting]hypotensive [lowers blood pressure