How to Make Juniper Berry Ointment
If you're live in a part of the world that has an abundance of juniper
trees
, harvest some berries and make some simple but very beneficial juniper berry ointment. Juniper berries have powerful anti-inflammatory qualities and the ointment can be used to treat painful and stiff joints and sore muscles.
Things You'll Need:
Juniper berries
Distilled water
Oil, such as olive oil, sweet almond oil or tea tree oil
Beeswax
Cheesecloth or muslin
Strainer
Sterilized jars with lids
1
Pick juniper berries when they are fully ripe, generally towards the end of summer.
2
Soak the juniper berries in distilled water for several hours, or overnight.
3
Place the berries and oil in the top of a double boiler and place it over low heat. Bring the water to a simmer for several minutes.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and strain the juniper berries through a layer of muslin or cheesecloth laid in a strainer. Discard the berries and preserve the oil.
5
Put the strained juniper berry oil back in the double boiler and put it back on the burner. Stir in the beeswax and allow it to melt.
6
Pour the juniper berry ointment into sterilized jars and attach the lids securely.
7
Massage the juniper berry ointment as needed into sore joints and muscles.
Tips & Warnings
Juniper berry ointment shouldn't be used by pregnant women because it can stimulate the uterus.
As with any home remedy, it is best to consult your physician before you begin using your juniper berry ointment.
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If you're live in a part of the world that has an abundance of juniper
trees
, harvest some berries and make some simple but very beneficial juniper berry ointment. Juniper berries have powerful anti-inflammatory qualities and the ointment can be used to treat painful and stiff joints and sore muscles.
Things You'll Need:
Juniper berries
Distilled water
Oil, such as olive oil, sweet almond oil or tea tree oil
Beeswax
Cheesecloth or muslin
Strainer
Sterilized jars with lids
1
Pick juniper berries when they are fully ripe, generally towards the end of summer.
2
Soak the juniper berries in distilled water for several hours, or overnight.
3
Place the berries and oil in the top of a double boiler and place it over low heat. Bring the water to a simmer for several minutes.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and strain the juniper berries through a layer of muslin or cheesecloth laid in a strainer. Discard the berries and preserve the oil.
5
Put the strained juniper berry oil back in the double boiler and put it back on the burner. Stir in the beeswax and allow it to melt.
6
Pour the juniper berry ointment into sterilized jars and attach the lids securely.
7
Massage the juniper berry ointment as needed into sore joints and muscles.
Tips & Warnings
Juniper berry ointment shouldn't be used by pregnant women because it can stimulate the uterus.
As with any home remedy, it is best to consult your physician before you begin using your juniper berry ointment.
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