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Salicylic Acid: The Journey From Humble Willow to Aspirin
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Salicylic Acid: The Journey From Humble Willow to Aspirin

Posted on . by Justin • 12 Comments

Plant based medicines have been around nearly as long as humans, but one stands out more than all the others combined. The ancient Sumerians, circa 2000 BC, recorded the use of willow leaves to treat inflammation. The Ebers Papyrus, circa 1500 BC, one of the most important medical documents of ancient Egypt, references the use of … Continue reading →

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