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Bayberry, sometimes called candleberry, waxbeny, or wax myrtle, has a spicy, astringent flavor and affects the stomach, spleen, lungs, and liver. The bark possesses stimulant, astringent, expectorant, and diaphoretic properties and it is used for colds, flus and fevers; it is astringent for hemorrhoids; and it may be used as a dentifrice. The biochemical constituents include a volatile oil, starch, lignin, albumin, gum, tannic and gallic acids, acrid and astringent resins, and an acid resembling saponin.
The most renowned use of bayberry bark is in "Dr. Thompson's Composition Powder." In the past it was commonly used by many doctors upon the first sign of colds, coughs and flus. There are still many favored versions of composition powder. The use of bayberry in this formula acts as a stimulant to rally the body's defenses and resistance to disease. Bayberry is used wherever an astringent is indicated. When unavailable, oak bark can be used in its place although this does not have the stimulating properties of bayberry bark.
Steep one teaspoon in a cup of boiling water, cover and allow to stand until cool enough to drink. Honey may be added to taste. It will effectively induce perspiration, improve circulation and tone all the tissues it contacts. In large doses it serves as an emetic. It may be used as a gargle for sore throats. A fomentation made from this tea can be applied externally at night to relieve, cure and even prevent varicose veins.
Bayberry bark is used to treat prolapsed uterus and excessive menstrual bleeding, and may be used in a douche to treat vaginal discharge. It has also been valued for stopping hemorrhage of the bowels, lungs and uterus. The powder may be taken in gelatin capsules, two at a time as needed. Direct application of the powder to the gums is good for managing pyorrhea.
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Directions
Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals.
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