{"product_id":"horse-chestnut-300-mg-90-veggie-caps-now-foods","title":"Horse Chestnut Extract 300mg 90 Veggie Caps | Standardised 20% Aescin + Rutin, Now Foods","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA standardised horse chestnut and rutin formula delivering 60mg of aescin per capsule — one of Europe’s most researched botanical treatments for healthy vein tone, capillary integrity, and circulatory function.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorse chestnut (\u003cem\u003eAesculus hippocastanum\u003c\/em\u003e) has been used for centuries to support healthy veins and is now one of the most commonly recommended botanical treatments for chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) — characterised by poor venous return from the legs, leading to heaviness, aching, swelling, and varicose veins. The primary active compound, aescin, increases tone in vein walls, reduces capillary permeability, and inhibits enzymes that break down the structural integrity of vascular walls. This formula adds rutin (200mg from \u003cem\u003eSophora japonica\u003c\/em\u003e), a powerful bioflavonoid that complements aescin by further strengthening capillary walls, reducing fragility, and providing potent antioxidant protection. Together, they offer a synergistic approach to vascular health from complementary angles. Standardised to a guaranteed minimum of 20% aescin for consistent potency in every capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenotonic — aescin improves vein wall tone and venous return from the lower limbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-oedematous — reduces fluid leakage from capillaries, supporting leg and ankle swelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens capillary walls and reduces fragility and permeability (rutin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotent antioxidant protection for vascular tissue (rutin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardised to minimum 20% aescin (60mg) per capsule for consistent potency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most researched botanical treatments for chronic venous insufficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 vegan capsules — 45-day supply at 2 capsules daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFormula Highlights\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse Chestnut Extract (\u003cem\u003eAesculus hippocastanum\u003c\/em\u003e seed, standardised to min. 20% aescin \/ 60mg per capsule)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a triterpenoid saponin extract with venotonic, anti-oedematous, and anti-inflammatory properties. Aescin inhibits hyaluronidase and elastase enzymes that degrade capillary wall proteoglycans, maintaining structural vascular integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRutin Powder (\u003cem\u003eSophora japonica\u003c\/em\u003e flower bud, 200mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a bioflavonoid that strengthens capillary walls, reduces capillary fragility and permeability, and provides potent free radical scavenging activity. Used independently for capillary support, bruising tendency, and haemorrhoid management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSupplement Facts\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing size: 1 veggie capsule | Servings per container: 90 (45 days at 2 capsules daily)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount Per Serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse Chestnut Extract (\u003cem\u003eAesculus hippocastanum\u003c\/em\u003e seed, std. to min. 20% \/ 60mg triterpenoid saponins as aescin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e†\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRutin Powder (\u003cem\u003eSophora japonica\u003c\/em\u003e flower bud)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e†\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e† Daily Value not established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 capsule twice daily, preferably with meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOther Ingredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellulose, silica, magnesium stearate (vegetable source). Vegan capsule. Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, or tree nut ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Now Foods\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow Foods has been a family-owned leader in quality nutritional supplements since 1968. Committed to making natural products accessible and affordable, Now Foods operates with rigorous GMP quality assurance across their full range. Their horse chestnut extract is standardised to a guaranteed minimum of 20% aescin — the clinically active compound — ensuring consistent potency in every capsule, unlike non-standardised herbal products where active compound levels can vary significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor adults only. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication (particularly blood thinners or anticoagulants), or managing a health condition. Horse chestnut seed extract should not be confused with raw horse chestnut seeds, which are toxic if consumed unprocessed. Keep out of reach of children. Do not eat freshness packet — keep in bottle. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42763343986754,"sku":"NFHC90","price":45.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/4320\/1090\/files\/7-6_57d9a2f0-8060-459a-a4a2-c66bbadfe808.jpg?v=1781502053","url":"https:\/\/www.superfoodsnz.co.nz\/products\/horse-chestnut-300-mg-90-veggie-caps-now-foods","provider":"Superfoods NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}