Willow

The medicinal properties of willow are due to the salicin content of the bark of this tree, from which salicylic acid (a component of aspirin) is obtained. Willow has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic effects that make it suitable for various applications. To enjoy the benefits of willow, you can use dried willow bark to prepare herbal teas, infusions, poultices and other natural remedies; Or buy food supplements with willow.

What are the properties of willow

Its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties mean that taking willow contributes to relieving headaches and back pain, as well as rheumatic, muscular or joint pain. It also reduces the discomfort of menstruation and associated with menopause. In addition, willow bark is very effective in reducing fever caused by colds, flu, and infections of the gastric and urinary system. Another interesting willow property is its ability to combat heartburn, diarrhea and other digestive disorders.

Finally, applying willow to the skin helps to clean and heal wounds, burns, calluses and warts, thanks to the powerful antimicrobial and antibacterial action of this substance.

Ways to take willow

The active principles of the willow are present above all in the bark, which cannot be eaten directly but can be prepared in different ways to benefit from its properties. For example, you can buy dried willow bark to prepare infusions and herbal teas to relieve pain, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Another possibility is to prepare willow plasters or poultices to apply directly to the skin and thus treat different skin conditions. Finally, there are several food supplements made from willow, which are available in the form of capsules, willow extract or creams and ointments that contain its active ingredient.