Helps ease pain
associated with inflammatory conditions such as rheumatism,
arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
White Willow Bark Extract
helps control fevers
How White
Willow
Bark Extract Works The bark of the White Willow tree
contains salacin. This is a mild aspirin-like compound that works in
much the same way as aspirin to help counteract pain.
Side
Effects No major side effects are known
at this time. As a result of the tannins in White Willow some people may
develop stomach upsets.
Safety
Issues Due to it's
chemical similarity to aspirin, avoid this herb if you have had any
allergic reactions to aspirin.
History
of White Willow
As far back as 500 B.C.ancient
Chinese healers began using Willow bark to control pain. Native
Americans also discovered the value of the Willow tree for relieving
pain from headaches and rheumatism, and reducing fevers.
