Willow Bark First Used to Relieve Symptoms of Arthritis

Around 500 BC, a wonder drug, known as the willow bark came into prominence when it became known that it had the power to relieve gained popularity when it was discovered that this bark could help relieve some of the aches and pains of arthritis because it contained a naturally-occurring compound called salicin, later known as acetylsalicylic acid – or aspirin

Around 500 BC willow bark gained popularity when it was discovered that this bark could help relieve some of the aches and pains of arthritis.

...the first popular remedy seems to be the willow bark which was supposed to provide relief, and dates to around 500 BC.

Around 500 BC willow bark gained popularity when it was discovered to help relieve some of the aches and pains of arthritis.