HerbMate Library

Birch

Betula alba

Diuretic, Anti‑inflammatory

Birch (leaf or bark depending on product) is used in traditional diuretic and skin-support routines. Birch leaf tea is most common for ‘flush’ and water-balance style routines.

Key Benefits

Traditional mild diuretic for water-balance routines (birch leaf).
Used in skin-support traditions.
Used in seasonal wellness routines (traditional use).

Common Issues It May Help With

Water retention routines (traditional use).
Skin support routines (traditional use).
Seasonal comfort routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Tea: birch leaf tea steeped 10 minutes.
Capsules/extract: used in some diuretic blends.
Topical: birch extracts show up in skincare.

Taste / Notes

Mild herbal, slightly woody.

Evidence Level

Traditional use is strong; modern clinical evidence is limited.

Cautions

Avoid if allergic to birch pollen (possible cross-reactivity). Use caution with kidney disease or if on diuretics.

Interactions

May add to diuretic medications; monitor hydration and electrolytes if combining.

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