Willow bark is used to ease pain and reduce inflammation. Researchers believe that the chemical salicin, found in willow bark, is responsible for these effects.
Willow Bark is the bark from various types of the Willow Tree, such as White Willow native to North America, Asia and Central and Southern Europe.
Willow bark extracts are made from the bark of the willow tree. How to Make Your Own Willow Bark Extract. Here s how to make willow bark extract from the tree in your backyard: 1. With a sharp large survival knife and a little caution, cut a square into the trunk. 2. Pry the bark from the tree. 3. You ll see a pink section of the bark.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the safety of using willow bark during pregnancy. It's best to avoid using it. Using willow bark while breast-feeding is POSSIBLY UNSAFE. Willow bark contains chemicals that can enter breast milk and have harmful effects on the nursing infant. Don't use it if you are breast-feeding.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Salicylates are not recommended during pregnancy, so pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take willow bark.
Recommendations for using Willow Bark during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Limited data suggests no known risk.
This ingredient is not currently on EWG's Skin Deep Restricted or Unacceptable Lists. Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the willow
Pregnancy: Willow bark should be avoided in pregnancy7. Breastfeeding: Willow bark is strongly discouraged during breastfeeding8.
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but.. it's just that... wolves don't bark.