Juniper berries, leaves and branches have been used since ancient times. The plant was believed to possess the power to ward off evil spirits, negative forces and illnesses. These parts were also used for cleansing and purifying the mind, body and spirit. Juniper branches and berries were burned as a sacrifice to the gods and considered sacred to the Sumerian goddess Inanna

In ancient Egypt, juniper was highly prized as a medicine and as an ingredient in religious incense. The 1^st remedy using Juniper to treat tapeworms was discovered in Egypt dating back to 1550 BC. Since that time, many cultures have used juniper to treat a wide range of conditions including urinary infections, respiratory conditions as well as arthritic and rheumatic conditions.

In Europe and Asia, it is reported that the needles and berries were used to make tonics for kidney and stomach ailments, and native Americans used tonics made from the branches to treat colds, flu, arthritis, muscle aches, and kidney conditions. In fact, juniper berry remains in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia to this day.

Juniper berry has stimulating & diuretic properties this makes it helpful in cleansing and purifying, which makes it helpful in treating cellulite and water retention.

The cleansing action may also make it helpful with arthritis, rheumatism and gout, since it encourages the removal of uric acid which is a contributing factor with these conditions. Massage is a great method of treatment for all three of these conditions. Juniper berry has a mild analgesic property which may help to ease general muscular aches and pains.

Juniper berry also has powerful antiseptic, astringent and soothing properties, these are very helpful when treating skin conditions and may help conditions like acne, dermatitis, eczema.

Another property Juniper has is as a neuro tonic, helping to ease conditions often associated with stress & anxiety

Blends well with Bergamot, Black Pepper, Lavender, Frankincense , Grapefruit, Lemon, Orange , Chamomile Roman