Organic Connections Juniper Berries Whole 1lb

Juniper is short to a medium-height tree that grows wild in some parts of Europe, North America, and Asia. There are many varieties of juniper, but Juniperus communis is the most common in North America.

People use juniper berries whole to make medicine. Medicinal preparations include the extract of juniper berry, as well as the essential oil of juniper berry.

Juniper is used for digestion problems including upset stomach, intestinal gas (flatulence), heartburn, bloating, and loss of appetite, as well as gastrointestinal (GI) infections and intestinal worms. It is also used for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and kidney and bladder stones. Other uses include treating snakebite, diabetes, and cancer.

Some people apply juniper berries whole directly to the skin for wounds and for pain in joints and muscles. The essential oil of juniper is inhaled to treat bronchitis and numb pain.

In foods, the juniper berry is often used as a condiment and a flavouring ingredient in gin and bitter preparations. The extract and essential oil are used as flavouring ingredients in foods and beverages.

In manufacturing, juniper oil is used as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics.

Juniper extract and juniper oil are used in cosmetics including lipstick, foundation, hair conditioners, bath oils, bubble bath, eye shadow, and many other products.

Juniper berries contain chemicals that might decrease inflammation and gas. It might also be effective in fighting bacteria and viruses. Juniper might also increase the need to urinate.

• Topical for joint pain

• Heartburn/bloating

• Loss of appetite

• Urinary tract infections/kidney stones

• Wounds