White willow
Salix alba
also known as Willow bark, European willow
The original aspirin tree — willow bark contains salicin, the natural precursor that inspired the discovery of acetylsalicylic acid.
- Bark contains salicin — natural precursor to aspirin
- Eases mild headache
- Eases lower back pain
- Eases osteoarthritis pain
- Used since the time of Hippocrates
- Approved by Commission E for pain
Active in Salicin, Flavonoids, Tannins, Polyphenols.
Avoid with aspirin allergy or salicylate sensitivity
Do not give to children with viral illness — Reye's syndrome risk
Avoid in pregnancy
Use caution with blood thinners
Avoid with peptic ulcer disease
Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery
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