The Heart Tonic

I'm always amazed at the knowledge you pick up whilst blipping.

I photographed these hawthorn berries this evening and thought I'd research them before adding. I never knew that they were considered valuable as a remedy for those with circulatory and cardiac problems by improving blood flow to vital organs. Apparently the hawthorn's therapeutic powers come from the berries, flowers and the leaves, making it one of nature's little 'gifts'.

I planted a couple of hawthorn bushes in the garden years ago but they've not produced berries yet. The birds will have to make do with the various pyracantha.

I had dinner cooked for me by my eldest Daughter this evening. It was chicken dhansak done in the slow cooker and after a long walk with the dogs, was most welcome.