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White Pine

General Information

OTHER NAMES: Pinus strobus, northern pine, soft pine, Weymouth pine (Scotch pine reportedly has the most health benefits)


HISTORY: Used for medicinal and spiritual purpose by Indigenous peoples for hundreds of years.


PROPERTIES: Anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, antimicrobial, possibly antifungal

Considered Uses

Respiratory: Lungs: Upper respiratory problems, lower respiratory infection,  congestion, hoarseness, bronchitis, cold symptoms, cough


Cardiovascular: May help lower high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease


Gastrointestinal: Stomach problems/digestion


Genitourinary: Kidney and bladder problems


Musculoskeletal: Rheumatic conditions (topical), inflammation, muscle and nerve pain


Neurologic: May help improve thinking and memory


Skin: Wound healing (pitch)


Glucose: May help control blood sugar


Immunity: May help build immunity


Other: Fever, vitamin C supplementation, may help decrease body weight


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SIDE EFFECTS: Indigestion, dizziness, irritability, urinary retention, headache, sleepiness, sneezing, rash, anti-clotting properties


CAUTION/CONTRAINDICATIONS: Allergy to pine/pine nuts, interactions with blood thinners, blood clotting problems, autoimmune diseases


FORMS: Tea (steep needles for 20 minutes/drain), syrup, tincture, oils, extracts


DOSAGES: As directed

Reported doses – May NOT be supported by evidence reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E and others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on label.


  • 50 mg per day to 480 mg per day (extract)


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White Pine

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