Phytexcell™ White Willow Bark

White willow bark has been used through centuries in many cultures. In China, this tree is widely recognised for calming aches and pains. In 1828, a French pharmacist explained that the Willow contained salicin, a substance with the same properties as aspirin. Today, the curative virtues of willow bark are accepted in Pharmacopoeia both in America and in Europe. White willow is astringent and was formerly used to staunch internal bleeding. It is also renown as an excellent remedy for arthritic and rheumatic pain affecting the back, and joints such as the knees and hips. In combination with other herbs and dietary changes, it relieves inflammation