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Herbology 101 - Herbal Remedies and Herb Information

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Crampbark (Viburnum opulus): Also called: European Cranberry Bush, Cranberry Tree, Pembina, Guelder Rose
Parts used: branch bark
A bush with white flowers and red berries, found in both Europe and North America. As its name implies, the bark of the plant is an anti-spasmodic that been used to fight all kinds of muscle cramps from asthma to menstrual cramps. Crampbark is a uterine tonic, an astringent, and it helps alleviate high blood pressure. It can help with pains that accompany ailments like arthritis when they cause muscles to constrict to compensate for the disease itself.
The berries are used to make jelly, candies, and other condiments, and as a substitute for cranberries. They are also high in vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and calcium.

Used for:

Anxiety
Hysteria
Nervousness
Antispasmodic
Burns, cuts & skin irritations
Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema
Muscle Tension
Acne
Colic
Circulation
Astringent
Menstrual Cramps
Toothache
Hypertension
Hemorrhoids
Ulcer
Rheumatism
Uterine tonic
Constipation

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