Name:  White Willow

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Used for:  The herb, mixed with vinegar, is said to be effective against warts and corns.  During menopause, willowbark has been found to lower incidences of night sweats and hot flashes.  Willowbark can also be used to lower fevers.  However, the primary usage for willowbark is as a pain reliever.  Aspirin was created from a compound found within willowbark, and they have similar actions and effects.  There are benefits to using the herb rather than the pill.  For one, the other constituents of willowbark make it far gentler on the stomach, and though it takes a bit longer to act than aspirin, the effects are longer lasting, and generally more effective.

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Directions & Warnings:  Same as aspirin, although to a far lesser extent.