Vasodilator — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary
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Vasodilator defined
— Widens blood vessels, improving flow.
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The definition
Plants that relax blood vessel walls, increasing peripheral circulation. Used in cold extremities, Raynaud's phenomenon, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction.
Mechanism
Nitric oxide release (garlic, hawthorn), direct smooth muscle relaxation, or alpha-adrenergic blockade.
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Example plants
Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.
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See also
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