Juniper Effects, Dosage, and Side Effects Enebro; Genevrier; Ginepro; Juniperus communis; Kuli; Wacholder
Junipers are coniferous plants in the genus Juniperus of the cypress family Cupressaceae. Depending on taxonomic viewpoint, there are between 50-67 species of juniper, widely distributed throughout the northern hemisphere, from the arctic, south to tropical Africa in the Old World, and to the mountains of Central America in the New World.
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... Traditionally, juniper has been taken by mouth to treat conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, such as gas, indigestion, and poor appetite. It is believed that juniper may relieve gastrointestinal complaints that are related to low stomach acid levels by promoting the secretion of stomach acid. Additionally, juniper has some antiseptic action that may help to eliminate gastrointestinal bacteria and parasites. Recent laboratory studies show that juniper preparations may stop or slow down the spread of some organisms that contaminate foods and it may have some effects against certain kinds of cancer, as well. Juniper is also thought to increase slightly the loss of water from the body. This mild diuretic action may be useful for relieving excess water accumulation. In animal studies, oral juniper preparations lowered blood sugar levels, possibly by increasing insulin production and/or by increasing sugar utilization. None of these effects have been well studied in humans. ...
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