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Balsam Fir

Northern conifer whose needles are a documented traditional source of vitamin C and whose resin was a wound and cold remedy.

Benefits

Key compounds

Vitamin Cterpenes (pinenelimonene)resin

May help with

Best for these goals

Immune season supportrespiratory comfort

How to use it

A few young needles steeped (not boiled) as a light citrusy tea; resin dabbed externally in tiny amounts

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Correctly identify the tree — never confuse with toxic yew. Keep needle tea light and occasional; avoid large amounts in pregnancy. Resin is for external use.
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