The circulatory system is, in the vision of Ovidiu Bojor, the key to longevity and general health. Without efficient blood circulation, oxygen and nutrients do not reach where they are needed, and the body begins to show signs of weakness. Bojor has dedicated a significant part of his work to natural remedies for the heart, arteries, and capillaries, emphasizing plants that support circulation, reduce blood pressure, thin the blood, and calm cardiovascular stress.
Essential plants for the circulatory system recommended by Ovidiu Bojor
1. Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)
Referred to by Bojor as the cardiologist’s plant, hawthorn has the following effects:
- coronary vasodilator
- blood pressure regulator
- mild sedative for the nervous system
Dosage: tincture (20 drops x 3 times/day) or infusion (1 tablespoon in 250 ml of water, twice/day).
Duration: minimum 3 weeks.
2. Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)
Recommended for:
- reducing blood pressure
- calming palpitations of nervous origin
- combating anxiety that affects the heart
Dosage: infusion (1 tablespoon in 250 ml of water, 1-2 times a day), or tincture.
3. Mistletoe (Viscum album)
Considered by Bojor one of the most important natural hypotensives.
- regulates blood pressure
- strengthens capillaries
- balances heart functions
Usage: cold maceration (1 tablespoon of crushed mistletoe in 250 ml of water, left for 8-10 hours, then strained and taken in the morning).
Mistletoe should be used with caution, only from the leaves (not the berries).
4. Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)
Recommended for:
- varicose veins
- hemorrhoids
- capillary fragility
Dosage: tincture or ointment for external use.
Internally: in the form of standardized extract (consult a herbalist for dosage).
5. Ginkgo biloba
Ovidiu Bojor mentions ginkgo as a cerebral and vascular supporter.
- improves microcirculation
- combats fatigue and memory disturbances related to poor circulation
- thins the blood
Dosage: capsules or infusion (1 tablespoon in 250 ml of water, once/day).
Avoid in combination with anticoagulants.
Combined recipes for the entire circulatory system
Complete tea for circulation and heart according to Bojor’s recipe
Mix:
- 3 parts hawthorn
- 2 parts motherwort
- 1 part mistletoe (crushed, dried)
Preparation:
Mix the plants and store them in a jar. Use 1 tablespoon of the mixture in 250 ml of water. Infuse (10 minutes), drink twice a day.
The treatment lasts 21 days, followed by a 7-day break, then it can be resumed.
Elixir for varicose veins and peripheral circulation
Internally:
- horse chestnut tincture + ginkgo tincture (20 drops of each, twice/day)
Externally: - ointment with horse chestnut and calendula applied to the legs, twice/day.
What studies say about the plants recommended by Bojor
- Hawthorn: a study published in Phytomedicine (2014) shows that hawthorn extract significantly reduces blood pressure and improves cardiac function.
- Mistletoe: research in European Journal of Medical Research (2019) confirms its hypotensive and immunomodulatory action.
- Ginkgo biloba: a study in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience (2020) highlights its benefits in cerebral circulation and prevention of vascular dementia.
- Horse chestnut: a systematic review in Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics (2015) supports its efficacy in treating varicose veins and capillary fragility.
Important contraindications
- Hawthorn: may interact with heart and blood pressure medications
- Ginkgo biloba: contraindicated in combination with anticoagulants or before surgeries
- Mistletoe: toxic in large quantities, only the leaves should be used, with caution
- Motherwort: not recommended during pregnancy
- Horse chestnut: internally, only in the form of standardized extract, NOT homemade tincture
Consult a doctor or herbalist before starting any treatment!
Sources used:
- Guide to medicinal and aromatic plants from A to Z by Ovidiu Bojor & Elena Bojor, Fiat Lux Publishing
- Plants and health by Ovidiu Bojor, Fiat Lux Publishing
- Health through aromatherapy and phytotherapy by Ovidiu Bojor, Fiat Lux Publishing
- Interview with Ovidiu Bojor: Plants that can prolong our life and save us from serious diseases
- Phytomedicine: Hawthorn extract for cardiovascular health
