Birch Leaf
Betula spp.
Birch-leaf tea is a traditional spring 'flushing' diuretic for the joints and urinary tract.
Traditional use (european-folk): Birch-leaf tea is a traditional spring 'flushing' diuretic for the joints and urinary tract.
Birch-leaf tea is a traditional spring 'flushing' diuretic for the joints and urinary tract.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- Birch-leaf tea is a traditional spring 'flushing' diuretic for the joints and urinary tract.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Avoid with birch-pollen allergy and in kidney disease.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Avoid with birch-pollen allergy and in kidney disease.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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