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What is white willow bark good for?

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Like aspirin: Its kind of like a natural asprin and some people use it for aches, pains, tension, etc.

Answered 3/1/2012

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Pain relief: Willow bark is the original plant source of aspirin. Many native cultures still chew on willow bark for pain relief (especially tooth ache). Aspirin, Ketoprofen and Ibuprofen are more standardized choices today that have been through rigorous quality control & testing.

Answered 6/26/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

White Willow Bark: contains salicin which is similar to aspirin and can be used to decrease fever, pain and inflammation.

Answered 5/22/2019

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