It is useful for urinary infections, dropsy, colic, flatulence, and other stomach ailments.

Description
Wintergreen is an analgesic, anodyne, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, and expectorant.

From Herbal Descriptions by Truman Berst: #3198 WINTERGREEN (Gaultheria procumbens) Most of the medicinal value is in the oil of the leaves. It is useful for urinary infections, dropsy, colic, flatulence, and other stomach ailments. A tea of the leaves makes an effective mouthwash/gargle for the mouth and throat. It may be used as a douche for leucorrhea and as a poultice or compress for skin disease and inflammation. The oil is especially useful externally for the relief of pain associated with arthritis, rheumatism, and other aches of the muscles and joints. CAUTION: the pure essential oil may cause local irritation. Please refer to Wintergreen essential oil, product #6223.

Ingredients
Wintergreen, R/O Water, 12-24% Alcohol.

Methodology
Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue, or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily.

Shake well. Store in cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

Traditional Historical Uses
Helps headaches, rheumatic pain, sciatica, and joint and muscle pain. Helps to stimulate digestion. Also makes a good mouthwash.

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