[Latin Name] Salix alba L.

[Plant Source] from China

[Specifications] Salicin 15-98%

[Appearance] Yellow Brown to White powder

Plant Part Used: Bark

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

Brief Introduction

Salicin is a naturally occurring compound found in the bark of several species of trees, primarily North American in origin, that are from the willow, poplar, and aspen families. White willow, from whose Latin name, Salix alba, the term salicin is derived, is the most well known source of this compound, but it is found in a number of other trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants as well being synthesized commercially. It is a member of the glucoside family of chemicals and is used as an analgesic and antipyretic. Salicin is used as a precursor for the synthesis of salicylic acid and acetylsalicylic acid, commonly known as aspirin.

A colorless, crystalline solid in its pure form, salicin has the chemical formula C13H18O7. Part of its chemical structure is equivalent to the sugar glucose, meaning it is classified as a glucoside. It is soluble, but not strongly so, in water and alcolhol. Salicin has a bitter taste and is a natural analgesic and antipyretic, or fever reducer. In large quantities, it can be toxic, and overdoses may lead to liver and kidney damage. In its raw form, it may be mildly irritating to skin, respiratory organs, and eyes.

Function

1. Salicin is used to ease pain and reduce inflammation.

2. Relieve acute and chronic pain, including headache, back and neck pain, muscle aches, and menstrual cramps; Control arthritis discomforts.

3. Relieve acute and chronic pain.

4. It has the same effect on the body as aspirin without any of the side effects.

5. It is an anti-inflammatory, a fever reducer, an analgesic, an anti-rheumatic, and an astringent. Specifically, it helps to relieve headaches.

Application

1.Anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic,

2.Reduce a fever,

3.Use as an analgesic and astringent,

4.Relieve headache,

5.Ease pain caused by rheumatism, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Our body can live with an acceptable level of toxicity without much harm done. When the threshold of toxicity is exceeded, problems will arise, ranging from a minor skin rash to a serious one like cancer. However, it’s difficult to know where the threshold is until something happens.

Toxic substances are absorbed into our body through the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the general environment we are exposed to everyday. Most toxins are not fatal because the amounts absorbed are usually small. Furthermore, our body is constantly cleansing them out to keep the accumulation in check.

The prescription given here is not strong enough to cure serious diseases like cancer all by itself. Moreover, no Chinese herbs are substance specific, that is, they are not known to be able to eliminate specific toxins or chemicals from the body. However, this prescription is good for regular use as a general cleansing treatment, or as a way to keep the toxicity level in the body well below threshold.

This prescription should achieve three things: cleanse the blood, assist the liver in its cleansing function, and assist the kidneys in expelling toxins via urination. The following herbs are used:
1) Cleanse blood
Sheng Di Huang 生地黃
Bai Hua She Cao 白花蛇草
Xian He Cao 仙鶴草
Chuan Xin Lian 穿心蓮
2) Assist liver in cleansing
Huang Qin 黃芩
Jin Ying Hua 金銀花
Chai Hu 柴胡
Bai Shao 白勺
3) Assist kidneys in cleansing
Chuan Lian Zi 穿楝子
Jin Qian Cao 金錢草
Ze Xie 澤瀉
Xu Duan 續斷
A total of 12 herbs are recommended.

Please go to www.herbsandtea.com for further information.
Raw herbs or capsules can be tailor-made for your special conditions.

With vitamins and beta-carotenes, antioxidants and alkaloids, and host of astringent properties, the herb eyebright has been used in medicine for centuries. But there is one particular area in which this herb has been the undisputed leader, which is, as its very name makes it apparent, in the treatment and prevention of a significant number of ailments related to the eye. In fact, it is often considered to be the best antidote for any eye related disorder. But because it has a wide range of beneficial compounds eyebright can and is also used to treat a host of other common ailments. However, caution is advised when using eyebright, especially when using it on the eye, as sometimes it can lead to some side effects. Eyebright, unlike a majority of herbs, bears beautiful flowers and so can be cultivated as beautiful garden plants. Even the petals of its flowers can provide excellent medicinal benefits. To know more on what all benefits that you can find from this herb continue pursuing this article.

Benefits Of Eyebright

•It is used to treat the inflammation of the eyes. Various types of eye inflammation like ophthalmia, blepharitis, and stye can be effectively treated by using an eyebright tea as a compress. To make this tea, boil one teaspoon of eyebright herb in one and a half cup of water for ten minutes. Then drain the leaves using a fine strainer and allow the tea to cool. Take a cotton pad and dampen it in the tea and put it on the eye three to four times every day.

•Other eye ailments like conjunctivitis, weeping eye, cataracts, blood shot and strained eyes can be alleviated by washing the eyes with an eyebright tincture. Take two cups of cool water and add five to eight drops of eyebright tincture. You can also boil one teaspoon of eyebright herb in one and a half cup of water. Now strain the liquid in a bowl of rose water. Every four hours wash the eyes with this solution to control the symptoms of eye infection.

•Eyebright is known for its antibacterial and astringent properties. Therefore eyebright can also be used to treat acne and skin irritation. The best way to relieve skin problems is to wash the skin with eyebright tea or apply it on the skin as a poultice. Crush two handfuls of eyebright leaves and flower petals and apply it on the skin. Leave it for twenty minutes and then remove. Wash the skin in the morning. You can also wash the skin with a cotton pad soaked in eyebright tea or tincture. Eyebright oil makes for an excellent face moisturizer that can be applied at night and washed off in the morning.

•Eyebright can also be used to treat various allergies and respiratory problems like cold, cough, stuffy nose and sinusitis. This is because eyebright contains the natural astringent tannins which tighten the mucus membrane. The herb is also rich in flavonoids that defend the body against such ailments. When suffering from problems like these it is recommended to take eyebright tea two to three times a day until the symptoms subside.

•Another important benefit of eyebright is that it can improve the cognitive performance and memory. Since eyebright contains flavanoids and beta-carotene, a regular dose of eyebright tea or powder can improve gradual memory loss.

•Eyebright tea or tincture can help detoxify the liver and protect it from damage if taken regularly. However, this herb should not be taken as a solution to alcoholism. Liver damage through alcohol can only be treated with this herb only if alcohol is avoided and a proper diet is taken.

The article on eyebright benefits will give you all the information related this wonderful herb. Include it in your day to day living and make the most out of it!

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