Health Benefits of the Juniper Berry

The Juniper shrub is a shrub that is grows four to six feet tall and is found in the Northern Hemispheres. The Juniper berry is also known as Juniper Bark, and Juniper Bush. One will see the Juniper bush growing with ease around London as the bush thrives in the type of soil that is found in this location. The Juniper bush loves soil, which contains a bit of lime and it is seen in the Scotch Mountains as well. Many cultures in the past have used the Juniper berry for the treatment of cancer, warts, gout, and urinary diseases. Juniper oil has even been found in ancient tombs.

Today many Juniper berry bushes are derived from Hungry who cultivates them for the purpose of production of Juniper oils. As prices continue to increase, Great Britain has begun to produce the oil as well. It should be noted that there is a difference in the chemical make-ups in Juniper berry oils depending on the location of their origin.

The process of Juniper berries ripening is a long process and can take up to three years. However, only the ripe berries, which are blue, are harvested. Juniper berries that are green in color are still in the ripening stage.

The oil of the Juniper berry is used for its health benefits. The oil is used for those with indigestion problems, and kidney and bladder diseases. Even animals are treated with Juniper berry oil that has been mixed with lard and applied to wounds. Juniper berry oil contains healing qualities.