Juniper, Berries, Dried
(also referred to as...)
Juniper Berry
Latin Name: Juniperus communis
Family: Coniferae
Description
Most Juniper berries and volatile oil originate from Hungary where the shrub grows wild and the berries are used fresh. Blue and green berries are found on the same plant as it takes 2 to 3 years for the berries to ripen. In Sweden, the fruit is made into a beer that is regarded as a health drink. Juiper berries have also long been used in the making and flavouring of gin.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
The berries have long been used as a wonderful antiseptic to the urinary system and are beneficial in the treatments of nephritis, cystitis, urine retention, stones, gravel, and lumbar pains. They are also a great general antiseptic and are useful against many types of infections. They are used in rheumatism and gout as they help in the removal of uric acid.
Juniper berries help stimulate the release of hydrochloric acid and are used in digestive weaknesses, flatulence, and indigestion. They are an excellent circulatory stimulant, can help in the treatment of colds and flu, and are a good anti-inflammatory. They have also been known to treat aching muscles due to excess lactic acid.
Chewing the berries makes for a good mouthwash and can be used against many mouth infections. This method will also sweeten the breath and heal infected gums.
The berries stimulate uterine contractions during labour.
Source
Berries
Preparations
Infusion: Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon crushed berries, cover, and infuse 10 minutes. Take 3 cups daily.
Do not boil the berries as this will destroy the volatile oils.
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
Do not use during pregnancy as it is a powerful uterine stimulant. It is fine to use during labour.
Do not use in the case of kidney weaknesses.
Abstain for several days with every 2 weeks of use.
Ailment / Situation Listing
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