NOW Foods – Willow Bark Extract
15% Salicin
Temporary Relief from Minor Pain of Overexertion
Willow is a shrub with a long history of traditional use. Modern scientific researchers have identified numerous compounds from its bark that contribute to its bioactivity. Of these active compounds, Salicin is best known for its support of the body’s healthy response to normal physiological stress. In addition to Salicin, polyphenols and flavonoids have also been found to contribute to its activity. NOW Willow Bark has 15% Salicin plus a natural balance of other bioactive compounds that may gently help to temporarily relieve minor pain caused from overexertion and typical everyday stress.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
took them mainly for women’s cramps. I haven’t tried it for headaches or other pain. I get really terrible cramps sometimes and these seem to help me a lot. Sometimes I also take a pharmacy drug which I try to avoid unless I have to, but these even seem to improve that. I consider this one as one of the MUST HAVE supplements. I don’t take it every day, only when I need it and it’s even good for that kind of immediate use, unlike some supplements that you have to take regularly. It takes about 1-2 hours to start. So depending on your usage and needs, you may have different results, especially if you take them daily, but I think the quality and potency of these are really good. I also have the Solaray Willow in rotation and that one is a bit softer, but just as good. I’m really happy to have a natural pain reliever because I don’t like to take over-the-counter products if I don’t have to. Really impressed with the willow!
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
NOW Foods products are high quality supplements and products. I have never been disappointed with any purchase. These help me with inflammation and pain without the stomach upset of aspirin products. The ingredients have been used forever and at my age it is a blessing. Less pain, less inflammation and no upset stomach.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
always have willow bark on hand, and it’s my favorite brand. I trust them/their products, and they are so affordable to buy. I am always impressed with how quickly Ecosupplements orders come in too!!! Excellent product for headaches and migraines, especially if taken as soon as they start. I always try to immediately rub a warm cream on my shoulders for tension headaches and drink an electrolyte mix immediately too. I even carry a bottle in my purse!!
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
This willow bark extract has helped me many times with muscle aches, minor colds and headaches. It also promotes restful sleep. It is easy to take, tastes neutral and gives me no side effects. Despite the warnings on the bottle, it does not interfere with my diet.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
bought this guided by Dr. Berg on YouTube who I follow for natural pain relief and for peripheral neuropathy. and I took white willow bark instead of over-the-counter UK drugs from the pharmacy. it helps me with less pain/tingling/tenderness. and helps me with the pain that I feel from the cold all the time in the winter. and I also feel calmer and less anxious. recommended +++
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
This is a very high quality NOW branded product! I’ve sometimes had to settle for other brands (when I ran out and had to try something from the store before my Ecosupplements order shipped) and they never provided the same benefit that now. I’ve been taking willow bark extract for years (along with boswellia extract – also a NOW product!) for arthritis pain, with great improvement in my pain. Highly recommend! For the record, I do a LOT of research before incorporating any herb or supplement into my daily diet. White willow bark has been used for centuries, and for good reason. Be careful though, because WWB has properties similar to factory-made aspirin found on store shelves (hence its ability to relieve pain). Please research as needed for your own individual needs and use as directed.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
I bought this for my husband to use as an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever and so far we have seen great benefits. I also used it for a headache once. Although it takes a little longer to see results than using an over-the-counter medication, I will buy it again.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
This product is absolutely amazing. I was super skeptical. I really didn’t think it would work as well as the aspirin you buy, but damn it, I was wrong. It works much better and without side effects. This is the find of the century for me. The quality is amazing. No nasties in the ingredients and suitable for most ages over 10. The packaging is easy to use.
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
Now willow bark extract has been a big benefit for my headaches. It’s better for me than ibuprofen (and others) and it works just as well. I feel an improvement in about 15 minutes. I was worried it would upset my stomach, but that wasn’t a problem. There is no taste or aftertaste to the pill.
ainos (verified owner) –
This is not my first purchase of this product. I use White Willow Bark occasionally but prefer to have it on hand for when I need it.
Annonymous (verified owner) –
I bought 3 bottles of this and 2 of us both got severe MIGRANE headaches! I didn’t realize the headache came from taking this until it happened 3 times and same for a friend I gave a bottle to! I would NEVER buy it from this company or any company again. I will be returning them.
Christie M (verified owner) –
I have been trying to find a White Willow product that works well for me. Not all brands are effective in my case. The NOW product works well compared to some other brands I have tried.
Shari (verified owner) –
I was very disappointed when End Pain was discontinued. I use this along with Boswellia and Tart Cherry when my joints ache – for any kind of pain. It works
Ecosupplements customer (verified owner) –
I have rheumatoid arthritis and have tried dozens of different supplements to fight the residual inflammation that is part of everyday life. Sometimes it’s active joint inflammation, and sometimes it’s pain from walking on already damaged joints. Well it works. If I take it regularly (4 a day) I can almost completely avoid taking NSAIDs.
NanNan65 (verified owner) –
I saw this product a few weeks ago, noticing it was “standardized”, and less expensive than another brand I had been using, which is important to me due to limited funds. After trying this, I feel it is of good quality and seems to be working well for me!
rhondilynne (verified owner) –
I have taken now brand supplements for years, they are of good quality and at a reasonable price.