Lesnik & Aspirin
Hey, have you ever found a plant that can both calm a sore throat and keep you from turning into a walking pharmacy? I’ve been looking at willow bark, and it’s like a natural aspirin with a botanical twist.
I’ve catalogued a few—bamboo shoots and marshmallow root are both soothing and low in alkaloids, so you won’t end up a walking pharmacy. But if you’re looking for the “natural aspirin” vibe, willow bark is the classic, just keep a close eye on dosage so the body doesn’t start synthesizing its own pain meds.
Sounds like a solid list, and I’ll keep an eye on the dosages just in case the body starts its own pharmacy. I'll jot this up in my log and see how the herbs behave over time.
Sounds good—just remember, even the gentlest herb can backfire if you overdo it. Keep a close eye on the reaction, and you’ll know if the body is up to a pharmacy makeover or just a mild soothing dose.
Absolutely, I’ll watch the reactions closely and note any changes. If anything shifts, I’ll adjust the dosage right away.