Digestive Health Support
Bayberry (Myricetin) background and Benefits

Bayberry is a common name for all plants in the genus Myrica, which includes up to 50 species. Myrica cerifera is one of the best known members of this genus. Other common names include candleberry, southern bayberry, southern wax myrtle, and tallow bush. The laurel plant has many uses in horticulture, herbal medicine and candle making.
Myrica cerifera is originally from North America, primarily from the east coast. Its naturally found in Central America in the south and  New Jersey in north. The laurel can grow rapidly under a variety of conditions and is often one of the first trees to colonize an area. The laurel is most likely to be found in wetlands near rivers.
 
The most valuable part of the bay tree in herbal medicine is the root bark. Triterpenes, flavonoids, phenols and tannins are the biological active compounds present in its root bark. The triterpenes in laurel extract mainly include myricadiol as well as taraxerone and taraxerol. Myricetin is a flavonoid in laurel that is specific to this genus.
 
The main biochemical action of myricadiol is its effect on potassium and sodium levels. Myricetin is especially useful for its antibiotic properties. Dietary supplements usually contain myricetin in the form of dihydromyricetin.

Uses of bayberry (myricetin).

The astringent effects of bayberry primarily benefits health. These include supporting the digestive and respiratory systems, as well as fighting inflammation and supporting menstrual health.

Signs that you may need Bayberry (myricetin)

Digestive tract infections are typically the most common signs that you could benefit from bayberry extract. These signs primarily include chronic gastritis and diarrhea, but digestive tract infections can also cause colitis and nausea. Internal inflammation may benefit from bayberry, especially if it affects the digestive tract. Signs of respiratory disorders such as cough, sinusitis, and pharyngitis may indicate a need for bayberry extract. Menstrual cramps may also benefit from bayberry.