Juniper (Juniperus communis) diuretic, stimulant, stomachic and carminative

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Mostly used are the green unripe berries because properties are more

pronounced. It is diuretic, stimulant, stomachic and carminative.

The berries are mainly used for urinary infections and prescribed to

clear acid wastes from the system in arthritis and gout. They reduce

colic and flatulence, stimulate the digestion and encourage uterine

contractions in labor.

 

It is a valuable remedy for cystitis, and helps to relieve fluid

retention but should be avoided in cases of kidney disease.

 

In the digestive system, juniper is warming and settling, easing

colic and supporting the function of the stomach. Taken internally

or applied externally, juniper is helpful for chronic arthritis,

gout, and rheumatic conditions.

 

Juniper contains a potent antiviral compound (deoxypodophyllotoxin).

The extracts appear to inhibit a number of different viruses

including those that cause flu and herpes.

 

Large doses of juniper cause the urine to smell of violets. Being

disinfectant and insectifugal, the berries are used in veterinary

medicine to treat open wounds. Its disinfectant action is similar to

that of pine cleaners.

 

As a diuretic the oil is thought to increase the production of urine

by irritating the kidney's filtration glomerulae.

 

Traditional formulas are in combination with ginger and dong quai

or with goldenseal or with uva ursi.

 

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