White Willow Bark (Salix Alba)

The natural pain reliever that works like Aspirin.

White willow trees (Salix alba) grow a bark that contains the chemical called salicin, which has anti-inflammatory effects.

Salicin works in similar ways as acetylsalicylic acid, the active ingredient in aspirin. In fact, in the 1800s, salicin was used to develop aspirin.

Regarding its use as a natural painkiller, most of the known benefits of WWB (White Willow Bark) are based on anecdotal observations, rather than clinical studies. While few studies have been conducted, those that have suggest it can help treat conditions including:

• chronic lower back pain
• joint pain/osteoarthritis
• soreness due to physical training

Health Benefits:

• Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory effects
• Managing Arthritis symptoms and Chronic pain
• Defends against common illnesses and fevers
• May help support athletic performance
• Used to help with weight loss
• May fight headaches and boost your mood

Avoid using:

People with any of the following health conditions should avoid using white willow bark products:

• Bleeding disorders (since willow bark slows down blood clotting)
• Kidney disease or kidney failure
• Sensitivity to aspirin
• Asthma
• Stomach ulcers
• Diabetes
• Gout
• Hemophilia
• Liver disease
• Recent surgery

Taking willow bark along with aspirin, beta blockers, diuretics or choline magnesium can increase the effects and contribute to side effects. It also shouldn’t be used with any other medication that slows blood clotting (anticoagulants), since this increases the risk for uncontrolled bleeding.

How to use:

White willow bark comes in several forms, including:

• Extract/distilled tincture
• Tea
• Capsules/salicin tablets
• Topical creams/ointments
• Lozenges

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