Wintergreen

Overview

Joint pain relief

Latin name : Gaultheria procumbens

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Feuilles

Preparation Forms

huile essentielle, baume, gel

Active Compounds

salicylate de methyle, gaultherine

Therapeutic Properties

• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Rubefacient

Recommended Dosage

External use only: 2-5% EO diluted for massage

Contraindications

• Salicylate allergy
• Anticoagulants
• Children < 6 years

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✗ Not recommended