Salix alba
Original source of salicylic acid (forerunner of aspirin). Effective anti-inflammatory and analgesic for osteoarthritis, lower back pain, and fevers with fewer side effects than aspirin.
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May interact with blood-thinning medications and other anti-inflammatories
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Minor gastrointestinal issues possible
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