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Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) (Juniperus communis), addressing uti, kidney support, arthritis.

supplementsrussian-siberianBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

UTIKidney SupportArthritisDigestive IssuesRheumatismAntimicrobial

Ingredients

  • Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik)

Full profile
  • Significant kidney impairment — diuretic herbs may worsen renal function

Pregnancy

Avoid

Juniper berry has a well-documented traditional history as an abortifacient/emmenagogue and can be a kidney irritant at concentrated doses — contraindicated in pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

Avoid

Contraindicated during breastfeeding given its uterine-stimulant reputation and kidney-irritant potential.

Children

Avoid

Kidney-irritant potential at concentrated doses means juniper is not used medicinally in children.

Diuretics, diabetes medications, lithium

Additive diuretic and blood-sugar-lowering effects.