Juniper Berries 50g

Description

History:

• The best known use for Juniper Berries is in the flavouring of gin, gin was originally a medicine in the 16th century?
• The herb had been used to flavour medicines and liqueurs since the 11th century, when juniper was used as a means of trying to avoid the Black Death.
• Gin as a medicine is said to have been originally invented by a Dutch chemist who used juniper to flavour his medicine for the diuretic, stomachic, and carminative properties.

Properties:

• High in nutrients, a good source of vitamin C
• Flavonoid Antioxidants
• Monoterpenes – which provide anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties
• Antibacterial
• Antifungal
• Diuretic
• Stomachic
• Carminative

Uses:

• Having an astringent, pine-like taste good for seasoning rich gamey dishes containing venison, duck, and pheasant
• Useful in relieving stomach problems such as indigestion and flatulence.
• Ground into a powder they have been used for purification and cleansing for centuries.
• Best known as the flavouring for Gin.
• Can also be used to make sweet syrups

Cautions:

• Should be avoided in pregnancy, as juniper berries are considered uterine stimulants and may cause miscarriage in high doses
• Not considered suitable for children
• May also interact with certain medications, such as diuretics and psychiatric drugs.

Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any medications.

This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Allergens:

• Nuts, gluten, celery, milk/dairy and mustard are handled on the site where this product is processed.

Handling procedures are in place to reduce the likelihood of allergens being present, but we cannot guarantee our ingredients are totally free of traces in the product supplied.