Aspen Bark

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Other Names : Populus tremula, Common Aspen, Eurasian Aspen

Health Benefits and Uses of Aspen Bark

Also known as "Nature's Aspirin", is a bark that is harvested from the Aspen Tree. It can be used as a natural alternative to aspirin because it contains Salicin.

  • Pain Reliever
  • Fever Reducer
  • Effective in treating bladder infections
  • Soothes stomach irritation
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, Aspen bark is considered helpful for arthritic pain management.
  • Additionally, Aspen bark is used as a mild diuretic and is thought useful for treating urinary tract infections.
  • As a tonic herb, it has been used to combat intermittent fevers, and is also thought to help restore impaired digestion, relieve chronic diarrhea, and restore kidney function.
  • Uses in Skin care and Cosmetics
    • Leaves skin feeling smooth
    • Softens skin
    • Soothes irritated skin
    • It is a natural preservative eliminating the need for harsh synthetic chemical preservatives