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Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) Tea / Infusion

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

teasrussian-siberianBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: Brew fresh; dried herb keeps 6–12 months stored airtightDosage: 1–3 cups 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. Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Juniper Berry (Mozhzhevelnik) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Cover while steeping.
  3. Strain and drink.

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.