Botanical Name – Myrica Cerifera
Parts Used – Root bark
Active Constituents – Beta-carotene, gallic acid, myrisic acid, phenol
So what is Bayberry good for?
Therapeutic Properties – astringent, decongestant, febrifuges, circulatory tonic
Bayberry can be used to help reduce fever
Bayberry can be used to help improve circulation
Bayberry can be used as a decongestant
Bayberry can be used to stop bleeding
Bayberry is also good for the eyes and the immune system
Dosage
Tincture – 50 drops twice a day
Tea form – two cups a day
How do you make bayberry tea?
Boil one teaspoon of the dry root bark in two cups for ten minutes, strain out the usd herbs and let cool before drinking.
Contraindications
You should not use Bayberry if you have a history of stomach or colon cancer
You should not use Bayberry when pregnant or nursing
You should not take Bayberry if you have kidney problems
You should not take Bayberry if you have high blood pressure
You should not take Bayberry if you have any gastrointestinal disorders
You should not take Bayberry if you have congestive heart failure
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