Birch-Herbals

Birch- Active Compound- Dried Bark and Twigs )
 Other Names- Betula Alba, B. Pendula, B. Verrucosa, B. Pubescens, B.
Lenta, Birch Tar Oil, Birch Wood Oil, Black Birch, Cherry Birch, Sweet Birch
Oil, White Birch
o Native to- Eastern Northern America, Europe, and Parts of Russia
What is it used for?
 Used for- Diuretic to Treat Urinary Tract Infection, Bladder Infections,
Digestive Problems, Headache, Gout, Pain Relief, Kidney Stones,
Rheumatism, Skin Disorders
Signs and Symptoms:
 Acute Skin Irritations from the Sap or Leaves
 Cross-Sensitivity Allergies- to other Plant Allergens as Celery, Mugwort
Pollen
 Nasal Allergy Symptoms
Recommend:
 Tea or Extract- Steep 2-3 grams of Bark in Boiling Water for 12-15 Minutes,
Take 2-3 times/Day
 Oil- Bark, Wood, or Tea
 AVOID- if Pregnant, Breast-Feeding, Children (Fatal to Children) when
applied to the skin
 Use Cautiously- if Seasonal Allergies, hypersensitivity to plant allergens
What can I do?
 See your Health Care Provider
 See a FFF RD- on line for help
 Never- Combine Herbs or Drugs due to unwanted Side Effects
 Start- with a Low Dosage and Increase Strength as tolerated