White Willow

Modern research supports traditional uses for pain and inflammation, with salicin acting similarly to aspirin, though evidence strength varies.

Benefits

Anti-inflammatory
analgesic
antipyretic
supports joint health
aids workout recovery
promotes skin health.

Key compounds

Salicintanninsflavonoidssalicylic acid (metabolite)

May help with

Historically used in ancient Egyptian and Greek medicine for pain relief
fever reduction
and inflammation.

Best for these goals

Anti-inflammatoryanalgesicantipyreticsupports joint healthaids workout recoverypromotes skin health.

How to use it

Extracts, teas, salves

Evidence level

Moderate

Cautions & interactions

May cause gastric irritation, nausea, vomiting, or bloody stools; avoid if allergic to salicylates; not recommended for children due to Reye's syndrome risk, or during pregnancy/lactation. | Interactions: Use with caution if taking antiplatelet drugs or blood thinners; potential interactions with other salicylate-containing medications.

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