White Willow Bark Capsules | 100% Wild-Crafted | Salix Alba | 500mg

No Additives, No Fillers, No Binders.

100% Wild Crafted White Willow Bark

Common Usages for White Willow Bark:

• Has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects
• Defends against common illnesses and fevers
• May help support athletic performance
• May fight headaches and boost your mood

White willow trees, also known as 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. Willow trees are members of the Salicaceae plant family and native to Europe, Central Asia and Northern Africa. Once salicin is absorbed it breaks down to various salicylate derivatives, which have a variety of health-promoting capabilities. The effects of white willow take longer than aspirin to kick in, but they tend to last longer and cause fewer adverse reactions than aspirin side effects.

Antioxidant compounds called polyphenolic glycosides and flavonoids are also found in white willow bark. These have been shown to protect against oxidative stress and various symptoms tied to aging, such as poor physical performance, cognitive decline, etc. Dating all the way back to the time of Hippocrates, people have chewed on white willow bark to help naturally dull pain and inflammation. Today we know form studies that willow bark has the capability to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress and increase antioxidant activity, including glutathione.

By supporting the immune system, providing antioxidants and reducing inflammation, white willow bark can be used to help get rid of a fever, treat the common cold, help manage systems of the flu and speed along recovery from other illnesses. Additionally, because white willow bark can provide natural pain relief, white willow bark extract is used by some athletes to help support their performance and recovery. Anecdotal reports and a small number of studies suggest it has the ability to decrease muscle and joint pain and fight fatigue that interferes with physical capabilities. Some people have also claimed that they experience benefits of white willow bark for reducing headaches, fatigue and anxiety.

Consuming high doses of white willow bark can be dangerous because too much salicin is capable of contributing to a number of health problems among some individuals, including bleeding disorders and kidney damage. Other potential side effects may include upset stomach and skin itching.

As is the case with taking any supplement while you are pregnant or breastfeeding or taking medication, you should always consult with your healthcare professional prior to usage.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.