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BIRCH SWEET
Plant Origin: Northern Maine, Canada, Scandinavia.
Action: Analgesic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory,
liver stimulant, and supports bone function.
Traditional Uses: The American Indians and early
European settlers flavoured their tea with birch bark.
Birch�s main constituent, methyl salicylate, is also found
in willow trees and is similar to the salicylic acid used
in aspirin.
Indications: Arthritis, rheumatism, inflammation,
muscular pain, tendonitis, hypertension, and cramps. Contains
an active principle similar to cortisone and is beneficial
for bone, muscle, and joint discomfort.
Other Uses: Birch oil may be beneficial for cystitis,
acne, bladder infection, gout, gall-stones, edema, eczema,
osteoporosis, skin diseases, ulcers, and urinary tract
disorders.
Application: Birch oil is safest to apply after
diluting with massage oil or V-6 Mixing Oil. It also may
be applied neat to the bottom of the feet. For baths, add
3 to 5 drops to bath water with ½ oz. of Bath Gel Base.
Fragrant Influence: It stimulates and increases awareness
in all levels of the sensory system.
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