herbal Syllabus “Juniper Berry
Herbal Syllabus
Juniper berry
“Juniperus communis L.”
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Description:
Juniperus communis juniper berries change from four to twelve millimeters in distance across; different species are for the most part comparative in estimate, however some are bigger, prominently J. drupacea (20– 28 mm). Not at all like the isolated and woody sizes of a run of the mill pine cone, those in a juniper berry stay meaty and converge into a bound together covering encompassing the seeds.This powerful little berry pack a whopping punch with healing enzymes and antesepic properties making it an amazing Home remedy no home should be without.
Parts of plant Used:
Berries/fruit
The berries are green when youthful, and develop to a purple-dark shading over around year and a half in many animal types, including J. communis (shorter, 8– 10 months in a couple of animal categories, and around two years in J. drupacea).The develop, dim berries are normally yet not only utilized as a part of cooking, while gin is enhanced with completely developed yet juvenile green berries.
Location where herb is found:Juniper (Juniperus communis ) is an evergreen bush found on mountains and heaths all through Europe, Southwest Asia, and in dry rocky soil in North America to Mexico and texas tree develops to a stature of 6-25 ft (2-8 m) and has solid, guided needles that develop toward 0.4 in (1 cm) long.
Properties:
Antiseptic, Carmative, Diuretic, Rubefacient,
Nourishment Profile of Juniper Berries
While you can get new juniper berries, will probably discover them dry in the herb and flavors segment of your market. As a nourishment that is commonly utilized as a part of little amounts because of its solid flavor, the healthful commitment to your general eating routine is insignificant. A large portion of a teaspoon of juniper berries has zero calories, carbs, protein and fat.
Wellspring of Vitamin C:
Juniper berries are a wellspring of vitamin C. In any case, similar to calories, you may not get much vitamin C while adding it to your nourishment. Grown-ups require 75 to 90 milligrams of vitamin C daily. Most Americans don’t experience considerable difficulties meeting their day by day needs of this fundamental supplement, yet adding a little juniper berry to a formula may help knock up your admission a bit. Vitamin C enables wounds to mend, ward off colds and different infections and improves ingestion of iron. It’s additionally required for making collagen and certain neurotransmitters.
Cancer prevention agent Power:
Juniper berries are rich in cancer prevention agents that may shield your body from oxidative harm. Notwithstanding vitamin C, which is a capable cancer prevention agent, juniper berries additionally contain a large group of flavonoids and polyphenols. While explore is blended on taking cell reinforcements as supplements, most specialists concur that in case you’re searching for medical advantages it’s smarter to get your cancer prevention agents from sustenances, for example, juniper berries. Adding more cell reinforcement rich nourishments to your eating regimen may decrease your danger of coronary illness and certain kinds of disease.
Preparations and Dosing:
The herb can be prepared in the form of:
- Infusions
- Teas
- Concoctions
- tinctures/Extracts
- Infused oils & honeys
- tablets and capsules
- Syrups/Exlirs
Dosing: Infusion/ steep 1 cup of crushed berries in one half cup of water for 5 to 10 minutes a covered pot and strain. ADULTS; take 1/2 to 1 cup a day a mouthful at a time sweeten with raw honey or food grade vegetable glycerine only if desired used for gastrointestinal problems.
Syrups: Adults take 1 teaspoon 2 times daily
Uses of Juniper berry:
A few uses for juniper berry are:
UTI, gout, arthritis, bone and joint problems, digestive problems, gastro intestinal problems, inflammation and cramps. Diabetes, shingles
Precautions:
Do not use for long term use, use with caution in persons with inflammatory kidney disease. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Some other herbs that work well with juniper berry;
Horsetail, Oatstraw, Rose hips, Birch leaf, Parsley seed;
“Recipes/Formulas”
Juniper berry Tea
You will need:
2 teaspoons of dried crushed juniper berries 4 teaspoons if berries are fresh
8 ounces of boiling water
Directions:
Add herb to a tea ball and then place in cup of boiling water let steep for 10 minutes. Add no Sugar or milk. If you must sweeten it use pure raw wildflower honey.
Making Juniper berry Tincture:
You will need:
1 part of juniper berry herb ( dried and cut and sifted)
3 parts of 100 proof Alcohol ( use a good quality vodka)
a Pint Size Mason jar
Directions:
Add one part herb to glass jar add 3 parts alcohol,
Stir and cover .
Let sit for 6 weeks minimum.
Make sure there is at least 1-2 parts alcohol over the herb at all times.
Shake jar everyday for 2 weeks.
Note: Sometimes herbal tinctures go cloudy but then eventually clear up if it doesn’t clear up there is a good chance the herb(s) went bad. Then Dump out
Making Juniper berry Infusion:
Steep 1 cup of crushed berries in one half cup of water for 5 to 10 minutes a covered pot and strain press in a potato ricer for maximum potency and extraction of all healing aliments and essential oils.