Hawthorn Berry Extract 6.7:1 (Shan Zha) – A Potent Cardiovascular & Digestive Ally

Tired of confusing supplements with unclear potency? Discover Hawthorn Berry Extract 6.7:1, a time-honored heart and digestion tonic used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This ultra-concentrated extract delivers the full power of whole hawthorn fruit—now in an easy-to-use powder form. Whether you're seeking natural heart support, improved circulation, or post-meal bloat relief, this herbal powerhouse has you covered.

What Does “6.7:1 Extract” Mean?

When you see 6.7:1 extract, it means that 6.7 parts of raw hawthorn berry were used to make just 1 part of this concentrated powder.

In other words:
You’re getting 6.7 times the strength of the dried fruit—without having to simmer, boil, or consume large volumes. It’s a more potent, more convenient, and highly bioavailable form of traditional hawthorn.

What Is Hawthorn Berry (Shan Zha)?

• Botanical Name: Crataegus pinnatifida

• TCM Name: 山楂 (Shān Zhā)

• TCM Category: Herbs That Relieve Food Stagnation

• Part Used: Fruit

• Taste & Nature: Sour, Sweet / Slightly Warm

• Meridians: Liver, Spleen, Stomach

Shan Zha is traditionally used to break down heavy foods, activate blood flow, and resolve food stagnation—especially after fatty or meat-rich meals. In modern herbal practice, it’s widely praised for its ability to support cardiovascular health and aid healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels.

Top Benefits of Hawthorn Berry 6.7:1 Extract

1. Cardiovascular Support

Hawthorn is one of the most extensively researched herbs for heart health. It may help:

• Improve blood flow to the heart

• Support healthy heart rhythm

• Promote arterial integrity and elasticity

• Lower blood pressure (mild to moderate cases)

 PubMed Study on Hawthorn and Heart Function

2. Powerful Antioxidant Protection

Hawthorn berries are rich in flavonoids and proanthocyanidins, compounds that combat oxidative stress and help protect cells from damage.

3. Supports Healthy Cholesterol & Triglycerides

Compounds in hawthorn may help reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglyceride levels, while supporting HDL ("good") cholesterol.

4. Digestive & Post-Meal Comfort

TCM uses Shan Zha to:

• Break down rich or greasy food

• Relieve post-meal bloating and heaviness

• Move stagnant Qi in the digestive tract

5. Kidney and Fluid Balance Support

With mild diuretic properties, hawthorn may help relieve water retention and gently support urinary health.

Nutritional and Herbal Chemistry

Hawthorn berries contain:

• Flavonoids (hyperoside, vitexin)

• Phenolic acids

• Oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs)

• Vitamin C, B-vitamins, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium

These compounds contribute to its antioxidant, vasodilatory, and lipid-lowering effects.

How to Use Hawthorn Extract Powder

• Recommended Amount: 1–2 grams per serving (approx. 1/2 teaspoon)

• Mix Into:

  • Warm water or tea

  • Smoothies or juice

  • Capsules or DIY tinctures

For best results, take after meals—especially when eating meats, fried foods, or high-fat dishes.

Who Should Use It?

✅ Best For:

• Mild to moderate cardiovascular concerns

• Digestive sluggishness or heaviness after eating

• Oxidative stress support

• Fatty liver, high cholesterol, or metabolic syndrome

• Those seeking natural post-meal comfort

❌ Not Ideal For:

• Individuals with very low blood pressure

• Pregnant women (Shan Zha may stimulate uterine activity)

• Those on heart medications—consult your provider

Product Format & Purity

• Type: Single Herb Concentrated Extract Powder

• Potency: 6.7:1 (6.7 lbs of herb condensed into 1 lb of extract)

• Form: Fine, water-soluble powder

• Purity: No fillers, no preservatives, no additives

• Suggested Serving Size: 1–2g (up to twice daily)

Bonus: Folklore & Traditional Use

In ancient China, hawthorn was served after feasts to “unblock the stomach” and support digestion. It was also known as an herb that “moves the blood,” helping circulation and preventing stagnation—both emotionally and physically.

In Western herbalism, hawthorn has long symbolized protection, heart resilience, and longevity.

✅ Why Choose Concentrated Hawthorn Extract?

PubMed-Backed Research

• Cardiovascular Support: PMID: 18451829

• Lipid Lowering Effects: PMID: 17914172

• Antioxidant Protection: PMID: 20368756

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Botanical Name:  Crataegus pinnatifida fruit  (Crataeguss laevigata)

Channels/Meridians: Spleen, Stomach, Liver

Pin Yin Name:  Shan Zha

Other Names: Hawthorn Fruit, Hawthorn Berries, Hawthorne Berry, May Flower, White Horn, English Hawthorn, Crataegi Fructus

Other Ingredients: Dextrin (derived from non-GMO corn)

Package Size:   100 grams   (3.5 ounces)

Form: Powder - Fine powder 80 to 100 mesh size (similar to the consistency of baking flour)

Origin: China

Brand:  ActiveHerb

Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Not use with high blood pressure medication.  Do not use if over abundance of stomach acid.

Possible Side Effects of Hawthorn and Hawthorn Berries

Possible side effects of hawthorn include headache, dizziness or an upset stomach, although it is widely regarded to be safe over a short period of time for the majority of adults. However, it is important to point out that hawthorn should only be taken under the qualified supervision of your medical practitioner. Hawthorn is primarily used as a cardiac tonic because it has been shown to increase oxygen utilization by the heart. It acts as a mild dilator of the heart and as a peripheral vasodilator.

California Prop 65 

Naturally Occurring Components: L-epicatechin; quercetin; hyperoside; chlorogenic acid; citric acid and its monomethyl ester, dimethyl ester, trimethyl ester; sucrose; flavan polymer; and ursolic acid.

Product Properties:  Sour, Sweet, Slightly Warm

• Made at GMP internationally certified facilities (Good Manufacturing Practices) Quality control tests are done at the manufacturing site and at third party labs to confirm results.

• Manufactured using Unsulfured, Chlorine free, Aluminum Phosphate free herbs when possible.

• Microbials and heavy metals tested. No preservatives.
  

Traditional Chinese Herbs

Chinese Traditional herbs should be regarded as an added feature to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs (Teas) emphasize harmony, and balance.

References:
Prescription for Nutritional Healing by Balch and Balch
Chinese Materia Medica 
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/hawthorn-berry-benefits#1
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3249900/
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2010/0215/p465.html
http://alternativehealing.org/shan_zha.htm
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/ShanZha.html