Viridian Organic White Willow 400mg

Viridian Organic White Willow 400mg is a certified organic herbal supplement providing 400mg of white willow bark (Salix alba) per capsule. White willow has one of the longest and best-documented histories of use as a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory remedy in Western herbal medicine, with records of its use dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It is famously known as the original source from which aspirin was derived, with its key active compound salicin serving as the chemical template for the synthesis of acetylsalicylic acid in the nineteenth century.

The therapeutic properties of white willow bark are attributed to its salicylate content, particularly salicin, which is converted in the body to salicylic acid — the active anti-inflammatory and analgesic compound. However, white willow bark is believed to act through a somewhat different mechanism from synthetic aspirin, and unlike aspirin, it does not inhibit platelet aggregation or carry the risk of haemorrhagic side effects at typical herbal doses. The bark also contains polyphenols, flavonoids, and tannins that contribute additional anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity, creating a more complex and potentially gentler action than the isolated synthetic compound.

White willow bark has been studied for its potential to provide relief from musculoskeletal discomfort, particularly back pain and joint pain associated with inflammatory conditions. It is also used in herbal medicine for headaches, feverish conditions, and general pain management. The organic certification of this product ensures it is cultivated without synthetic chemicals.

Contains 100% active ingredients, no artificial additives, and is suitable for vegans. Produced in the UK to Viridian's strict ethical standards.