Juniper - Herb Uses |
WARNING - This herb may cause skin irritation and allergic responses. Contraindicated while during pregnancy and suffering kidney disease or infection.
Culinary (eaten)
The berries, fresh or dried, are used in pickling brine, sauerkraut, stuffing, and in wild game, ham and pork dishes
Infusion (like a tea)
Pour near-boiling water over the berries and let steep 5-10 minutes. Standard quantities are 75g fresh or 30g dried herb to 500ml water. The Infusion must be taken same day. It may be sweetened, but do not add milk.
Used for treating Cystitis, Kidney Inflammation, Rheumatism, Gout, Arthritis, Indigestion, Flatulence, and Colic
Tincture
Using a strong clear alcohol (gin or vodka is ideal), steep the berries for 2 weeks or more, strain and use. Standard quantities are 75g fresh or 30g dried herb to 400ml alcohol. Tinctures store very well.
Used for treating Cystitis, Kidney Inflammation, Rheumatism, Gout, Arthritis, Indigestion, Flatulence, and Colic
Oil
Medicated Oils are oils infused with the herb. Used for healing, oils are also used for skin and hair conditioning. Four methods are available to make Medicated Oils. 1) heat 250g dried or 750g fresh herb in 500ml of oil in a bowl over boiling water for 2-3 hours. 2) fill a jar with fresh herbs, top it up with oil, cover and leave for 2-3 weeks. Renew the herb for another 2-3 weeks to increase the concentration (best for flowers). 3) add 25-50 drops of the "essential oils of the herb" into 100ml of Oil for immediate use. 4) essential oils are obtained by evaporation of the herb in a stoppered glass container left in the sun for several days.
Used for treating Rheumatism, and Neuralgia
Juniper - Plant Information |
