In ancient times, the Greeks used Juniper Berry to combat epidemics. It’s known in aromatherapy for its ability to help the body detox and for the ability to remove excess waters from the body.
Name of Oil: Juniper Berry
Latin Binomial: Juniperus communis
Countries of Origin: Italy, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, France
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood