White Willow Bark

Willow is a tree that reaches a height of 25-28 meters. It is found near rivers, swamps, waterfalls and generally wet places.

Most of its properties are due to the salicylic acid it contains, a key component of the well-known aspirin.

Properties:

• Helps relieve pain, especially in the musculoskeletal system such as arthritis, back pain, rheumatism, muscle aches, sciatica and menstrual cramps.
• It has anti-inflammatory properties and helps with colds, flu and fever.
• Ideal for diarrhea, toning of the body, gout, gastrointestinal discomfort, stomach.
• Helps eliminate migraines and headaches by lowering blood pressure in the small capillaries and blood vessels in the head.
• It can be used as a preventative method for regular headaches.
• Reduces blood pressure.

How to use: Put 1 teaspoon in a cup of water and simmer for 8-10 minutes. Strain and add if you wish sugar, honey or any sweetener of your choice.

Caution! Do not consume during pregnancy or lactation, by people with ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, kidney disease or liver disease. Do not combine with aspirin or anticoagulants.