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Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a type of tree that grows throughout the Northern Hemisphere. In herbal medicine, horse chestnut seeds, leaves, bark, and flowers have long been used in treatment of various health conditions.
Horse chestnut contains a compound called aescin, which has been found to produce an anti-inflammatory effect.
In folk medicine, horse chestnut is used to relieve symptoms such as swelling and inflammation and strengthen blood vessel walls. Health claims for horse chestnut include the treatment of the following problems:
* Circulatory disorders
* Diarrhea
* Hemorrhoids
* Varicose veins