🌲 White Pine Bark (Pinus strobus) | Respiratory, Circulatory & Immune Support | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

🌱 Common Names: White Pine Bark, Eastern White Pine Bark, Weymouth Pine Bark, Soft Pine Bark. Corce de pin blanc (French), Corteza de pino blanco (Spanish), Weißkiefern­rinde (German), Scorza di pino bianco (Italian), Casca de pinheiro branco (Portuguese).

✨ Key Benefits:
🌬 Respiratory Health – Traditionally used as an expectorant to help clear congestion, soothe coughs, and support bronchial function.
🩸 Circulatory Support – Rich in procyanidins and polyphenols that promote healthy blood flow and vessel integrity.
🛡 Immune Modulation – Antioxidant compounds may enhance immune defense and protect against oxidative stress.
🔥 Anti-inflammatory Action – Helps reduce inflammation in respiratory and musculoskeletal conditions.
💧 Wound & Tissue Healing – Historically applied topically as poultices to promote skin recovery and reduce irritation.

📌 Traditional & Herbal Uses:

• Native American medicine employed pine bark teas for colds, coughs, and chest congestion.

• Decoctions used as a general tonic to strengthen vitality.

• Ground bark prepared in poultices for wounds, skin irritations, and insect bites.

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

• Licorice Root → Synergistic support for lungs and throat.

• Eucalyptus → Enhances respiratory clearing.

• Turmeric → Anti-inflammatory partner for systemic balance.

🧴 Available Forms:

• Dried Bark (cut & sifted, powdered)

• Bark Extract (capsules, tincture, tea)