willow bark
Natural pain remedy
Willow bark is the outer layer of trees in the genus Salix, historically chewed or brewed as a remedy for pain and fever.
Its active compound, salicin, is chemically related to aspirin and provided the foundation for that drug's development.
Today willow bark appears in herbal supplements marketed for joint pain and inflammation, though its effectiveness compared to modern analgesics remains debated.
She prefers willow bark tea to over-the-counter painkillers.
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