Edema

• If you suffer from edema, a build up of fluid in the body that usually occurs in the legs, feet and ankles, drinking horsetail tea can help to flush fluids out of your system.

Fingernails

• The tea's silica and mineral content can strengthen your fingernails (as well as your hair) if they are brittle or are have trouble growing.

Oral Agent

• You can gargle with horsetail tea to soothe a sore throat, bleeding or irritated gums, or ulcers in your mouth.

Urine

• The tea supports urinary tract health and improves the urine stream. It can relieve cystitis (which is when the bladder gets inflamed), ulcers and infections.

Compresses

• A horsetail-tea soaked compress can be applied to cuts and burns to promote healing. It also will ease the pain of sprains, broken bones and arthritis-stiffened joints.

Diuretic

• This tea is a diuretic, because it contains flavonoids, which promote the shedding of excess water. It is a good choice for women who bloat during their menstrual cycle.